HYDROGEN
INTRODUCING OUR HYDROGEN FUEL CELL BUS
GO THE DISTANCE, POWERED BY HYDROGEN
Crafted for resilience and performance, our next-generation zero-emission solution delivers unmatched range, rapid refueling, and advanced modular performance. Powered by the latest Ballard FC-move™-XD v2 fuel cell and BAE Systems Gen 3 electric drive technologies, all built on the proven GILLIG Low-Floor platform, GILLIG’s Hydrogen Fuel Cell bus is engineered to last 15 years or 650,000 miles and withstand every climate, climb, and cruising distance your agency demands, with water as the only tailpipe emission.
ZERO EMISSIONS, ZERO RANGE ANXIETY
The GILLIG Hydrogen Fuel Cell bus delivers zero-emission performance with nearly 400 miles* of range per fill, giving you the freedom to operate without range anxiety. With modular fuel capacity options of up to 55kg and refueling in as little as 10 minutes**, it’s built to meet the toughest transit demands while keeping your fleet moving forwards to a cleaner future.
- 46 KG CAPACITY
- OVER 320 MILES ON SINGLE FILL
- APPROX.10 MIN FILL TIME**
- 55 KG CAPACITY OVER
- 375 MILES ON SINGLE FILL
- UNDER 20 MIN FILL TIME**
*Range may vary depending on duty cycle and configuration
**Fueling times are approximate, may vary with fueling set-ups.
THE FUEL CELL FOR
THE LONG HAUL
The GILLIG Hydrogen Fuel Cell bus is powered by Ballard’s FCmove™-XD v2 fuel cell, delivering zero-emission performance you can rely on. With over 125 million miles of proven service across nearly 4,000 buses and trucks, Ballard’s advanced technology ensures your fleet operates cleanly, efficiently, and without compromise—keeping your community connected with the dependable, emission-free performance you expect.
- Most advanced & mature fuel cell tech in the transit bus market today
- Designed to last over 30,000 hours of operation, equivalent to over one million miles
- Compact & powerful 120kW output with a maintenance-friendly single stack design for greater reliability and efficiency
- 60% improvement in fuel consumption & heat management compared to previous generations
ADVANCED POWERTRAIN
WITH PROVEN DURABILITY
The GILLIG Hydrogen Fuel Cell bus is powered by BAE Systems’ Gen 3 electric drive, a system with over 20 years of hydrogen innovation and trusted in more than 18,000 transit vehicles worldwide. This advanced powertrain delivers smooth, reliable performance, validated over millions of miles in real-world transit operations.
- Advancing zero-emission performance through powerful, whisper-quiet, direct-drive electric engine & cutting-edge highly efficient power controllers
- Requires no oil changes, specialty coolants, air filter changes, or emission after-treatments, lowering the total cost of ownership and decreasing downtime
- The power controllers, MAPS and MCPS, offer streamlined efficiency & optimize power density in a compact footprint
- All components are IP67 & IPx9k
ENGINEERED TO ENDURE
- Built to last 15 years, or 650,000 miles lifespan
- Engineered for extreme weather performance, operating in -22º to 120º F, rapid freeze start from -4°F eliminates the need for vehicle plug-in or special start procedures
- Capable of every climb, with validated gradeability performance tackling 18% grades with full seated capacity
- Built on the proven GILLIG Low Floor platform with common parts & easy serviceability, includes high- performing brakes, HVAC, axles, steering, & suspension
SMART TELEMATICS: INSIGHTS & IMPACT
Experience unparalleled fleet management with GILLIG’s advanced telematics system. This web-based platform delivers real-time and historical data, empowering you to optimize fleet performance with customizable dashboards, instant alerts, and detailed analysis tools. Accessible on any device, GILLIG telematics keeps you connected, enabling informed decisions and driving operational efficiency.