Urban Arrow FamilyNext Advanced Belt vs Urban Arrow Shorty Performance Line CX
Urban Arrow FamilyNext Advanced Belt and Urban Arrow Shorty Performance Line CX are both Front loader (bakfiets) models, so the decision comes down to the details below.
Specifications side by side
| Technical specifications | FamilyNext Advanced Belt | Shorty Performance Line CX |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Front loader (bakfiets) | Front loader (bakfiets) |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line Smart | Bosch Cargo Line |
| Price | €5,999 | €6,099 |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 85 Nm (Better value) |
| Battery | 800 Wh (Better value) | 545 Wh |
| Estimated range | 59 km (Better value) | 42 km |
| Payload | 125 kg (Better value) | 100 kg |
| Max. total weight | 250 kg (Better value) | 225 kg |
| Bike weight | 51 kg | 43 kg (Better value) |
| Length | — | 2,030 mm |
| Max. children | 4 (Better value) | 2 |
| Drive | Belt drive (Better value) | Chain |
| Shifting | Hub gears | Hub gears |
| Brakes | Magura CMe, hydraulische Scheibenbremse | Magura CMe 4-piston |
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Urban Arrow FamilyNext Advanced Belt if…
- you need more range from a bigger battery (800 Wh vs 545 Wh)
- you ride long distances (59 km vs 42 km estimated range)
- you haul heavy cargo (125 kg vs 100 kg payload)
- you need a higher total weight limit (250 kg vs 225 kg)
- you carry more kids (up to 4 vs 2)
- you want a clean, low-maintenance belt drive
Choose the Urban Arrow Shorty Performance Line CX if…
- you ride hills with heavy loads (85 Nm vs 75 Nm torque)
- you often lift or push the bike (43 kg vs 51 kg)