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Cushman Tug 8K (48V Electric)

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Last updated: 3 October 2026

Motor and performance

Motor power, as the maker rates it
Continuous 6.7hp (5kw); Peak 15.4hp (11.5kw)

“HORSEPOWER (KW) Continuous 6.7hp (5kw); Peak 15.4hp (11.5kw)”

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Controller current
350 AMP

“SPEED CONTROLLER 350 AMP AC Programmable. SRO Capable”

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Controller
350 AMP AC Programmable. SRO Capable

“SPEED CONTROLLER 350 AMP AC Programmable. SRO Capable”

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Battery and charging

The battery the maker fits
Six, 8V Deep Cycle

“BATTERY (QTY/TYPE) Six, 8V Deep Cycle”

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System voltage
48V

“ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 48V”

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Other findings

Battery count
Six

“BATTERY (QTY/TYPE) Six, 8V Deep Cycle”

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Charger
48V DC On-Board, 1000W

“BATTERY CHARGER 48V DC On-Board, 1000W”

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Power source
48V DC

“POWER SOURCE 48V DC”

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Powertrain label
48V AC Electric

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Battery specs & replacement options