Last Updated on 05/09/2024 by Arun jain
Segway is launching its new ZT series of electric scooters this month, starting with the ZT3 Pro. The all-terrain electric scooter was first showcased in China earlier this summer, but on Thursday, Segway revealed that a US-specific version is set to debut this fall.
The ZT3 Pro is the first Segway The new all-terrain eKickScooters are built around a full suspension frame. The scooter features a telescopic front fork and rear swingarm coil-suspension to handle rough terrain. The US version with its 1,600-watt brushless motor is also capable of speeds up to 24.9 mph and uphill gradients of 25 percent.
Some notable innovations are present, including Segway’s RideyLong technology, which allows the scooter to travel 43.9 miles on a single charge in Eco mode and 18.6 miles in Sport mode. Segway is also debuting its Segride technology, which ensures you have a “comfortable and safe ride even at high speeds.”
Plenty of smart features are also available on the ZT3 Pro, such as a wireless Bluetooth Airlock system, an upgraded battery management system, Flash Charge tech and integration with Apple’s Find My service. You’ll also find a 3-inch hexagonal LCD display on the handlebar that will show you real-time status updates including speed, charge, mode and more.
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Here is the complete list of features and specifications of the Segway ZT3 Pro eKickScooter:
- Front and rear suspension
- 6″ ground clearance
- 11” tubeless AT tires
- Dual disc brakes
- 1,600W motor
- RideyLong range optimization
- Range: 43.9 miles (Eco) / 18.6 miles (Sport)
- Maximum speed: 24.9 mph
- Maximum slope angle: 25%
- 3” LCD display
- Segrid Stability Enhancement System
- TCS (Traction Control System)
- BMS 2.0 (Battery Management System)
- Flash charge (4-hour charge time)
- Airlock (app required)
- Apple Find My compatible
- IPX5 body / IPX7 battery
- Weight: 65.5 lbs
- Payload: 265 lbs
“We’re very excited to finally share the ZT3 Pro with the world,” Tom Hebert, VP of Sales at Segway, said in a statement about the scooter. “Extreme R&D and testing has gone into this and it shows. This is an all-new scooter designed from the ground up to maximize fun, versatility and capability. It’s packed with tech and innovation and is an absolute blast to ride. It is the perfect introduction to our new ZT range.”
You’ll be able to pre-order the US model of the Segway ZT3 Pro eKickScooter on September 26. For more information on pre-orders, Go to this page on Segway’s website. The scooter is expected to start shipping in late October.
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