Hercules · Longtail
Rob Family F360
A family longtail on 24-inch wheels with belt drive and 1000 Wh of battery.
- Payload
- —
- Torque
- 65 Nm
- Battery
- 1,000 Wh
from €3,400
Long-range cargo bikes with a big battery
A loaded cargo bike uses far more energy than a normal e-bike. These models carry 700 Wh or more, enough for long commutes or several days without charging.
Models in this guide
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Cube · Front loader (bakfiets)
Cargo Dual Hybrid 1000
Cube's family front-loader with two batteries: 1000 Wh, a Cargo Line motor and a stepless hub.
- Payload
- 60 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 1,000 Wh
from €4,500
Cube · Front loader (bakfiets)
Cargo Sport Dual Hybrid 1000
The sportier Cube front-loader with two batteries: 1000 Wh, Cargo Line motor and a 10-speed derailleur.
- Payload
- 60 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 1,000 Wh
from €4,200
Cube · Longtail
Longtail Hybrid Comfort 800
Cube's longtail with belt drive and a stepless hub, a big 800 Wh battery and powerful Gustav brakes.
- Payload
- 60 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 800 Wh
from €4,499
Tern · Longtail
Orox S12
The off-road longtail for gravel, forest tracks and long trips with gear.
- Payload
- 100 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 800 Wh
from €6,100
Cube · Longtail
Longtail Hybrid 800
An affordable longtail with a big 800 Wh battery and powerful Gustav brakes.
- Payload
- 60 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 800 Wh
from €3,799
Urban Arrow · Longtail
Breeze
Urban Arrow's first longtail: two kids on the back, belt drive, 800 Wh and 24-inch wheels.
- Payload
- 80 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 800 Wh
from €6,099
QiO · Longtail
Long CLA
A compact 20-inch longtail for two child seats with belt drive, a stepless hub and 800 Wh.
- Payload
- 80 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 800 Wh
from €5,100
Tern · Longtail
Orox R14
The expedition-grade Orox: a 14-speed hub gear, belt drive and 800 Wh for long off-road trips.
- Payload
- 100 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 800 Wh
from €8,100
Cube · Longtail
Longtail Hybrid Family 800
Cube's longtail ready for two kids out of the box: bench, side guards, footboards and 800 Wh.
- Payload
- 60 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 800 Wh
from €4,099
Riese & Müller · Compact cargo
Multicharger2 Mixte GT Vario
A step-through touring e-bike with a long rear rack for one child or heavy shopping.
- Payload
- 70 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 750 Wh
from €5,700
Urban Arrow · Front loader (bakfiets)
FamilyNext Advanced Belt
The new Urban Arrow family bakfiets with a clean belt drive and a large 800 Wh battery.
- Payload
- 125 kg
- Torque
- 75 Nm
- Battery
- 800 Wh
from €5,999
Urban Arrow · Front loader (bakfiets)
FamilyNext Advanced Belt Auto
The FamilyNext that shifts by itself: automatic stepless hub, belt drive and 800 Wh.
- Payload
- 125 kg
- Torque
- 75 Nm
- Battery
- 800 Wh
from €6,899
Carqon · Front loader (bakfiets)
Cruise Smart E2
The Carqon Cruise with Bosch's Smart System: a wide foam box, Cargo Line motor, belt drive and 800 Wh.
- Payload
- —
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 800 Wh
from €4,400
Kettler · Front loader (bakfiets)
Cargoline FS 800 + Paket
A fully suspended front-loader with an 80 cm platform, Cargo Line motor and a large 750 Wh battery.
- Payload
- —
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 750 Wh
from €4,500
Urban Arrow · Front loader (bakfiets)
FamilyNext Pro 85Nm
The FamilyNext with the strong Cargo Line motor: 85 Nm, belt drive and a large 800 Wh battery.
- Payload
- 125 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 800 Wh
from €7,099
Tenways · Longtail
Cargo DUO
An affordable longtail with belt drive, a stepless hub and a 720 Wh battery.
- Payload
- 50 kg
- Torque
- 80 Nm
- Battery
- 720 Wh
from €3,499
Ca Go · Compact cargo
CS150
The mid-range Ca Go CS: a compact utility bike with a stepless hub and a large 725 Wh battery.
- Payload
- 80 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 725 Wh
from €5,200
Riese & Müller · Front loader (bakfiets)
Packster2 70 vario
R&M's current family front-loader: 750 Wh battery, belt drive and room for up to three children.
- Payload
- 70 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 750 Wh
from €8,999
Riese & Müller · Front loader (bakfiets)
Carrie city
A front-loader as short as a city bike: 2.09 m, with a box that widens when you need space.
- Payload
- 80 kg
- Torque
- 75 Nm
- Battery
- 725 Wh
from €5,600
Riese & Müller · Front loader (bakfiets)
Load5 75 touring
R&M's flagship fully suspended front-loader with a sporty 11-speed derailleur and 725 Wh.
- Payload
- —
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 725 Wh
from €7,899
Kettler · Front loader (bakfiets)
Cargoline HT 800 E-CA Belt
A long-platform front-loader with belt drive, stepless hub and a large 750 Wh battery.
- Payload
- —
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 750 Wh
from €4,000
Riese & Müller · Front loader (bakfiets)
Load5 75 vario
R&M's flagship fully suspended front-loader with a stepless hub, belt drive and 725 Wh.
- Payload
- —
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 725 Wh
from €9,299
Specialized · Longtail
Turbo Porto 4.0
Specialized's family longtail: a 90 Nm motor, 710 Wh, belt drive and a stepless hub.
- Payload
- 60 kg
- Torque
- 90 Nm
- Battery
- 710 Wh
from €4,999
Cube · Cargo trike
Trike Family Hybrid 750
A family cargo trike with a Cargo Line motor, 750 Wh and room for four children.
- Payload
- 100 kg
- Torque
- 85 Nm
- Battery
- 750 Wh
from €6,999
How far a loaded cargo bike really goes
A normal e-bike uses around 8 to 12 Wh per kilometre; a cargo bike with children or goods on board needs roughly 10 to 20 Wh. A 700 Wh battery therefore gives about 40 to 70 km with a load, depending on hills, temperature and assistance level. Manufacturer figures are measured in favourable conditions, so treat them as an upper limit.
One big battery or two
There are two routes to a long range: a single pack of 700 to 800 Wh, or a dual-battery system that brings the total to 1,000 Wh and more. A second battery adds about 3 to 4 kg and a considerable sum to the price, and both batteries need charging. Check the charger as well: with a small charger, a large battery takes most of the night.
Who needs a big battery
A large battery pays off on commutes of more than 15 km each way, in hilly areas, for delivery work and when you cannot charge at home every day. In winter, cold reduces the usable capacity noticeably, so a reserve is welcome. For short trips in a flat city, 500 Wh is usually enough and saves weight and money.
Frequently asked questions
How far can an electric cargo bike go on one charge?
With 700 Wh and a load, expect about 40 to 70 km. With two batteries, 80 to 120 km is realistic; hills, cold and a high assistance level reduce it.
Is a second battery worth it?
Only if you regularly ride more than your single battery covers. Many bikes can be fitted with one later, so you can start with one and decide after a few months.
Does a cargo bike battery lose range in winter?
Yes. In cold weather the usable capacity drops noticeably. Store and charge the battery indoors and fit it shortly before you ride.