From its functionality to reliability, the GEM eS is extremely cost-effective and is much more economical than a gasoline-powered vehicle. In fact, it costs just pennies a day to operate! The GEM eS features six 12-volt flooded electrolyte batteries for a range of up to 30 miles on a charge and a 34" x 48" flat bed with a 330 pound cargo capacity. Visit the Standard Features section to learn more about the features that make the GEM eS an exceptional vehicle.

GEM eS Specifications
Curb Weight 1,170 lbs
GVW 1,850 lbs
Payload Capacity 680 lbs*
Length 108"
Height 70"
Width 55"
Wheelbase 72"
Cubic Feet of Cab 47 ft
Turning Circle 24 ft
Tires 12-inch street-rated
Range Up to 30 miles
Top Speed (High Mode) 25 mph
Top Speed (Low Mode) 15 mph

Safety

Automotive-style, three point safety belts.
12-inch street-rated tires.
Quartz-halogen headlamps with a 20-second safety delay after vehicle is turned off, front and rear turn signals, high-mount rear brake and taillights.
Laminated, tinted automotive safety glass with windshield wiper.
Structural composite and thermoplastic body panels.
Dual upper hand grips (optional) and lower seat rails.
Rear and side reflectors.
Rearview and dual exterior mirrors.

Design

The GEM eS seats two occupants with bench-style seating using molded-foam cushions covered by marine grade UV-stable vinyl coverings.
Four-wheel automotive-style hydraulic brakes and parking brake.
Dual A-arm front independent suspension with coil over shock.
Automotive rack-and-pinion steering.
Welded aluminum space-frame using custom aluminum-alloy extrusions.


Technology

The GEM eS features a heavy-duty DC motor with continuous 5 horsepower rating and 12 horsepower peak during acceleration and hill climbing.
Front-wheel drive with speed reducer and integral differential.
Solid-state custom motor controller with under and over voltage detector, regenerative braking, motor thermal protection and top speed regulation.
Six 12-volt flooded electrolyte batteries.
On-board 72-volt DC charger that plugs into a standard 110-volt AC 15-amp outlet.