FELLTEN has introduced particulars of a collaboration with Morgan Motor Firm this week, the enterprise one it says will mix custom with innovation as it really works to collectively develop the electrical XP-1 prototype, a modern-day tackle the basic Morgan 3 Wheeler.
The Bristol-based firm says the chance permits it to showcase the combination of Fellten’s chopping edge-battery expertise, the forthcoming mannequin to function a classy and light-weight 33kW module that’s mentioned to make sure “dynamic efficiency”.
Fellten’s contribution to the XP-1 additionally features a state-of-the-art battery administration system it says performs a pivotal position in preserve the car’s light-weight structure, whereas on the similar time providing effectivity, ease of integration, speedy charging, superior thermal administration properties, and strong energy supply traits.
“Fellten’s collaboration with the Morgan Motor Firm on the XP-1 prototype underscores our dedication to main the conversion-to-electric revolution,” mentioned Fellten chief govt officer, Chris Hazell.
“We’re devoted to innovation and high quality, striving to mix custom with trendy expertise on a big scale. We invite commerce and {industry} companions to hitch us in shaping an electrified and sustainable future.”
The 302-volt battery pack to be featured within the Morgan XP-1 weighs in at 230kg, or round half the dry weight of the previous S&S V-Twin powered 3 Wheeler (525kg dry).
“It has been nice to have the ability to work with industry-leading specialists like Fellten to supply a one-off battery for our new experimental prototype, XP-1,” mentioned Morgan Motor Firm chief technical officer, Matthew Gap.
“We’re immensely proud to be sharing the XP-1 with the world and showcasing a few of the first-class engineering that takes place behind the scenes at Morgan.
“As we embark on our electrical journey, this prototype will turn into a focus of the engineering and design course of, offering a wealth of perception and serving to to construct upon our in-house EV functionality.
“We’re in little question that we are able to guarantee future electrical Morgan sports activities vehicles retain the core enchantment of our present vary, which means they’re enjoyable to drive, light-weight, handcrafted, and bespoke. We shall be relentless in our pursuit of preserving these traits for our prospects for generations to come back.”
The present-generation Morgan Tremendous 3 is powered by a Ford-sourced three-cylinder petrol engine displacing 1.5 litres. The 635kg successor to the three Wheeler was launched in 2021 gives 87kW of energy and 149Nm of torque, driving the rear wheel by way of a Mazda-sourced five-speed handbook transmission.
With its super-formed aluminium monocoque physique, the Tremendous 3 is the primary Morgan three-wheeler to get rid of the standard picket substructure. The diminutive mannequin measures 3581mm in size, 1850mm in width and 1132mm in top.
Morgan says the Tremendous 3’s physique design was influenced by aerodynamics and mechanical necessities (i.e., bringing the engine inboard). The forged aluminium constructions – completed in black or silver – that give the Tremendous 3 its distinctive face additionally brace the engine and a few suspension elements, whereas directing air over the Fiesta-sourced engine’s side-mounted cooling packs.
The “face” of the Tremendous 3 portrays the acquainted two headlights and horseshoe grille with machined aluminium turrets housing the symptoms and positioning (park) lights. Morgan says that each one the weather of the Tremendous 3’s wishbones, pull-rod suspension and headlight construction have been honed to help airflow to the radiators behind them.
On the rear, the Tremendous 3’s physique tapers to a streamlined end corrupted solely by an uncovered rib, which varieties a beltline across the midpoint of the car. Morgan mentioned this design cue was a nod to seam becoming a member of strategies deployed on mid-century plane fuselages and the stomach tanks of early jets. It sits atop an uncovered cut-off tailpipe and forged tail-light and quantity plate brackets.
