Hero Electric launches three e-scooters in Nepal
Posted On: January 18, 2022 By : Shuva Raj KhatriLaxmi e-mobility Pvt. Ltd, the authorised distributor of Hero electric scooters in Nepal, has made a comeback by launching three e-scooters: the Photon, the NYX, and the Optima. The e-scooters are up on display and can be taken for test rides at the newly launched Hero Electric Scooter showroom in Teku.
Hero Photon
The Photon comes equipped with a 72V battery that is capable of generating a maximum power of 1800 watt and can achieve a top speed of 45 kmph. The e-scooter takes 5 hours to fully charge via a home-charging outlet and it provides a range of 108 km on a full charge.
The e-scooter’s notable features are the LED headlamp, digital instrument cluster, portable battery, remote lock, anti-theft alarm, alloy wheels, telescopic suspension, and regenerative braking.
Specifications
| Power (W) | 1200-1800 |
| Battery capacity | 72V/26Ah |
| Top speed (kmph) | 45 |
| Range (km) | 108 |
| Charging time | 5 hours |
| Braking type | Combined braking system |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 150 |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 87 |
Hero NYX
The NYX is equipped by a 51.2V battery that generates a maximum power of 1300 watts. The e-scooter takes approximately 4-5 hours to charge and on a full charge, which provides a range of 165 km. Its top speed is 42 kmph.
Among the scooter’s key features are a USB port, split-folding seats, in-dash bottle holder, LED headlights, digital instrument cluster, alloy wheels, and regenerative braking.
Specifications
| Power (W) | 600-1300 |
| Battery capacity | 51.2V/30Ah*2(dual) |
| Top speed (kmph) | 42 |
| Range (km) | 165 |
| Charging time | 4-5 hours |
| Braking type | Combined braking system |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 160 |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 87 |
Hero Optima
Unlike other models, the Optima comes with single or double battery options. Powering the e-scooter is a 51.2V 30Ah battery that is capable of generating a maximum power of 1200 watt. The vehicle can speed up to 42 kmph. It takes 4-5 hours to charge the scooter and on a full charge, it provides a range of 82 km (single-battery) or 122 (double battery).
The Optima comes with features such as an LED headlamp, digital instrument cluster, portable battery, USB port, remote lock, anti-theft alarm, alloy wheels, telescopic suspension, and regenerative braking.
Specifications
| Power (W) | 550-1200 |
| Battery capacity | 51.2V/30Ah |
| Top speed (kmph) | 42 |
| Range (km) | 82-122 |
| Charging time | 4-5 hours |
| Braking type | Combined braking system |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 150 |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 73(single)-83(dual) |
Hero electric scooters price in Nepal
The company has revealed the prices of all three models. The Hero electric scooters in Nepal cost between Rs 2 lakh to Rs 3.10 lakh.
| Hero e-scooter models | Price in Nepal |
| Photon | Rs 2,49,600 |
| NYX | Rs 2,84,600 |
| Optima (single battery/double battery) | Rs 2,09,600 / Rs 3,09,600 |
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