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Detailed Introduction to the FCPM-C190 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Engine

The FCPM-C190 hydrogen fuel cell powertrain is a high‑power hydrogen fuel cell powertrain jointly launched by Qingling Motors and Bosch of Germany. It belongs to Qingling’s premium core product lineup for hydrogen power, targeting the heavy-duty logistics tractor, large-scale construction vehicles, and specialized heavy commercial vehicle markets. Relying on advanced hydrogen fuel cell technology developed through deep collaboration between Qingling and Bosch, this powertrain boasts core advantages such as ultra‑high power output, exceptionally high energy efficiency, ultra‑high three‑electric integration, ultra‑long service life, and unparalleled safety. It delivers high‑end, intelligent hydrogen power solutions for intensive, long‑distance operations in areas like heavy‑duty commercial vehicle trunk line logistics and large‑scale construction projects. As Qingling’s flagship model in the field of heavy‑duty new energy commercial vehicles, it forms a complete product portfolio together with the FCPM-C75 and FCPM-C132 within the same series, achieving full hydrogen power coverage across the entire spectrum—from light trucks and medium‑size trucks to heavy commercial vehicles. Compared to higher‑power models in the same series, it offers comprehensive upgrades in terms of power output, hydrogen consumption control, and environmental adaptability.

I. Core Basic Parameters

The FCPM-C190 hydrogen fuel cell engine uses hydrogen as its core fuel and employs advanced proton exchange membrane fuel cell technology, paired with a high‑efficiency, high‑power fuel cell stack, a precise and intelligent hydrogen management system, and an upgraded, state-of-the-art thermal management system. Its core parameters have undergone rigorous tuning to balance ultra‑high power output with efficient hydrogen energy utilization, making it well suited for the long‑distance, high‑intensity operations of heavy commercial vehicles as well as large-scale engineering applications. The specific parameters are shown in the table below, with detailed explanations as follows:

Parameter Category	FCPM-C190 (Standard Edition)	FCPM-C190 (Adapted Version)	General Parameters
Engine Model	FCPM-C190 (Hydrogen Fuel Cell)	Adapted for heavy-duty logistics, engineering, and special-purpose vehicle exclusive versions.	Originally manufactured by Qingling, it is compatible with heavy-duty new energy commercial vehicles.
Battery Type	Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFCs): High-Power, High-Efficiency Stacks		High energy conversion efficiency and no degradation during long‑term operation.
Rated power	190 kW (approximately 258 hp)		Power adaptation for the high‑intensity demands of heavy commercial vehicles
Peak power	200 kW (approximately 272 hp)	195–205 kW (approximately 265–279 hp)	Powerful peak performance, perfectly suited for extremely complex operating conditions.
Hydrogen Purity Requirements	99.999% (industrial-grade high-purity hydrogen)		Compatible with standard hydrogen specifications for conventional refueling stations, ensuring convenient refueling.
Emission levels	Zero emissions—only pure water is discharged, with no harmful gases whatsoever.		Compliant with national new energy and environmental protection policies, green and low‑carbon.
Energy conversion efficiency	≥60%, far exceeding that of conventional fuel and hydrogen-fueled engines in the same class.		Hydrogen energy boasts high utilization efficiency and a significant advantage in hydrogen consumption.
Structural Features	Ultra-high integration design, minimalist layout, lightweight modular structure.		Easy to install, with strong chassis compatibility and suitable for heavy-duty vehicle configurations.
Other Performance	Compatible with an ultra-heavy-duty electric drive axle, paired with an ultra‑large capacity energy storage battery.	Adapts to intelligent electronic control systems for heavy commercial vehicles and supports CAN bus integration.	Quiet operation, five-layer safety protection, and strong cold‑start capability.

Engine Model The main model is the FCPM-C190 Standard Edition, with several dedicated variants tailored for heavy-duty logistics tractors, large construction vehicles, and specialized heavy commercial vehicles—all manufactured by Qianjiang’s original factory. This high‑end flagship hydrogen fuel cell powertrain was jointly developed by Qianjiang and Bosch, has entered mass production, and is installed in models such as the Qianjiang 49‑ton hydrogen‑powered tractor. It has successfully completed multi‑province trunk line transportation tests, showcasing Qianjiang’s cutting‑edge technological capabilities in the field of heavy‑duty hydrogen power. Working in tandem with the FCPM-C75 and FCPM-C132, it achieves full‑range hydrogen power coverage for commercial vehicles.

Battery Type It employs advanced proton exchange membrane fuel cells and is equipped with a high‑power, high‑efficiency fuel cell stack. The core components have been jointly developed and optimized by Qingling and Bosch, undergoing rigorous screening and fine‑tuning to deliver outstanding energy conversion efficiency. With no mechanical wear during operation and exceptional stability, this system eliminates the need for complex mechanical transmission structures compared to conventional internal combustion engines, resulting in smoother operation and lower noise levels. It is ideally suited to meet the long‑term, high‑intensity operational demands of heavy commercial vehicles, with all performance metrics reaching industry‑leading levels.

Power Specifications The rated power is 190 kW, with a peak power of up to 200 kW. The power response rate has been significantly improved compared to other models in the same series, delivering robust and sustained power output. It is precisely tailored to meet the power requirements of heavy-duty logistics tractors and large construction vehicles, providing continuous power for long-haul, heavy‑load transportation on main routes while also handling the temporary, extreme, high‑intensity power demands of large-scale construction operations and challenging road conditions—perfectly aligning with the diverse, high‑intensity operating scenarios of heavy commercial vehicles.

Hydrogen compatibility It is compatible with 99.999% of industrial-grade high-purity hydrogen and fully aligns with the hydrogen standards used at conventional refueling stations across China, offering convenient and rapid refueling—charging can be completed in just over 10 minutes. This addresses the major pain point of long refueling times for pure electric vehicles, while also delivering strong cold‑start performance and the ability to operate reliably in low‑temperature environments as low as -20°C. The system can run stably in diverse climatic conditions, including plateaus, cold regions, and high‑temperature areas, significantly boosting the operational efficiency of heavy commercial vehicles and perfectly meeting the demands of long‑haul, high‑frequency operations on trunk routes.

Emission levels : Achieving true zero emissions, the system emits only pure water during operation, with no harmful gases such as carbon monoxide or nitrogen oxides. It fully complies with national new energy and environmental protection policies, making it well suited for high‑environmental‑performance scenarios like green logistics on urban and intercity trunk routes, as well as large-scale construction projects. This helps the transportation sector attain its “dual carbon” goals and accelerates the green transformation of heavy commercial vehicles.

II. Power Performance

As a ultra-high‑power hydrogen fuel cell engine, the FCPM-C190 engine highlights its core advantages of ultra‑high power output, ultra‑high energy efficiency, high stability, and ultimate safety. It is perfectly suited for long‑haul trunk line operations and heavy‑duty working conditions in heavy‑duty logistics tractors and large construction vehicles. Paired with an ultra‑heavy electric drive system and ultra‑large capacity energy storage batteries, it balances power performance with operational efficiency, environmental friendliness, safety, and cost-effectiveness. The specific performance metrics are as follows:

Power Output Performance Rated power: 190 kW, peak power: 200 kW—delivering powerful and sustained power output with no jerky surges typical of conventional internal combustion engines. It offers smooth starts and steady acceleration, along with rapid power response, easily handling the demands of heavy commercial vehicles for empty‑load and full‑load long‑haul transportation as well as large-scale construction operations. This engine is well suited to a variety of challenging road conditions, including urban roads, intercity highways, construction sites, and mountainous terrain, while simultaneously meeting the high‑intensity, continuous operational power requirements of large engineering vehicles. The 49‑ton heavy truck equipped with this model can achieve efficient and stable operation.

Economic Viability of Hydrogen Energy Energy conversion efficiency is ≥60%, far exceeding that of conventional internal combustion engines and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in the same class. The hydrogen energy utilization rate is extremely high, with outstanding hydrogen consumption control—reducing hydrogen consumption by more than 20% compared to the market average—effectively lowering the operating costs of heavy commercial vehicles. Paired with a precise, intelligent hydrogen management system that accurately controls hydrogen supply, it prevents hydrogen waste while remaining compatible with standard hydrogen refueling stations, offering convenient and rapid refueling that significantly shortens energy replenishment time. When equipped with large-capacity hydrogen storage tanks, it can achieve a constant-speed range of over 600 km, making it ideal for long-haul, high-frequency transportation on trunk routes.

Drive Adaptation It is equipped with a super-heavy-duty electric drive axle specifically designed for heavy commercial vehicles, paired with an ultra‑large capacity lithium battery energy storage system, enabling efficient power transmission without the need for a complex gearbox structure. This results in more convenient operation while reducing mechanical wear and lowering maintenance costs. The intelligent electronic control system can automatically adjust power output based on operating conditions, accommodating diverse load requirements and balancing performance with energy efficiency. It supports seamless integration with the vehicle’s CAN bus and ECU, making it well suited to the complex operating conditions of long-haul trunk routes and engineering applications for heavy commercial vehicles—its driving dynamics and timeliness have been thoroughly validated through real-world operations.

Running Performance It features an ultra-high‑integration, minimalist design and a lightweight, modular structure with a rational spatial layout, making installation quick and convenient. The chassis boasts strong compatibility, requiring minimal adjustments to the vehicle’s body layout, and can easily be adapted to various heavy-duty logistics tractors, large construction vehicles, and specialized heavy commercial vehicles. During operation, it produces no mechanical noise or vibration, offering exceptional driving comfort while delivering rapid start-up response and outstanding cold‑start performance. It is capable of meeting operational demands in diverse climatic conditions, including high altitudes, low temperatures, and high temperatures, and its stability has been rigorously verified through millions of kilometers of real-world operation and cross‑provincial trunk line transportation tests, resulting in an extremely low failure rate.

III. Structural Features and Core Advantages

The FCPM-C190 hydrogen fuel cell engine focuses its R&D efforts on the demands of heavy-duty commercial vehicles for long-haul trunk line operations and high-intensity work in large-scale engineering projects. Leveraging the deep, collaborative R&D expertise of Qingling and Bosch, it conducts targeted optimizations to address the core pain points of heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cells. Its key advantages align perfectly with the core needs of heavy‑duty new energy commercial vehicle users—namely, “environmental friendliness, high efficiency, strong performance, reliability, and safety”—as detailed below:

Eco-friendly and zero emissions, aligning with policy direction. During operation, it emits only pure water and no harmful gases whatsoever, truly achieving green and low‑carbon performance. It is fully aligned with the state’s policies for the new energy vehicle industry and is well suited for scenarios with stringent environmental requirements, such as green logistics on urban and intercity trunk routes, as well as large-scale construction projects. Users can benefit from relevant new energy policy support, reducing operational costs while helping to achieve the “dual carbon” goals in the transportation sector and driving the green transformation of heavy commercial vehicles.

Ultra-high integration and lightweight design with strong adaptability. It adopts an ultra-high integration, minimalist design and a lightweight, modular structure, resulting in a compact footprint and controllable weight. With standardized installation interfaces and strong chassis compatibility, it can be easily adapted to various heavy-duty logistics tractors, large construction vehicles, and specialized heavy commercial vehicles—without requiring significant adjustments to the vehicle’s body layout. Its broad adaptability, coupled with the FCPM-C75 and FCPM-C132, enables full-range hydrogen power coverage from light trucks to heavy commercial vehicles, meeting the needs of a complete lineup of hydrogen fuel cell commercial vehicles ranging from 4.5 to 49 tons.

Stable operation and long service life. Proton exchange membrane fuel cells feature a simple structure, no mechanical wear, and an extremely low failure rate. After undergoing rigorous reliability tests, actual operation over one million kilometers, and verification through interprovincial trunk line transportation, they demonstrate long service life and strong robustness. Their daily maintenance procedures are straightforward, eliminating the need to frequently replace components such as engine oil and filters—as is required with conventional internal combustion engines—thereby significantly reducing maintenance costs and downtime, perfectly aligning with the high-frequency, long-duration, and high‑intensity operational demands of heavy commercial vehicles.

High efficiency and energy saving, efficient operations. It boasts high energy conversion efficiency, outstanding hydrogen utilization, and a clear advantage in hydrogen consumption. At the same time, refueling is convenient and takes only a short time, overcoming the drawback of long charging times associated with pure electric vehicles. With a rapid power response rate, it can meet the demands of complex operating conditions; when paired with high-capacity hydrogen storage tanks, it can achieve ultra‑long range, significantly boosting operational efficiency. It is ideally suited for scenarios such as long‑haul heavy‑load transportation on main routes and large-scale construction operations, helping users achieve highly efficient operations.

Five layers of protection for high security. It features a five‑tiered safety assurance design that optimizes safety across the entire hydrogen lifecycle—covering storage, transportation, and reaction—effectively mitigating safety risks such as hydrogen leakage. Rigorous safety testing ensures outstanding operational safety, perfectly meeting the stringent safety requirements of heavy‑duty commercial vehicles for long‑term, long‑distance, high‑intensity operations, thereby providing users with comprehensive safety protection throughout their operations.

IV. Technical Applications and Adaptation Scenarios

The FCPM-C190 hydrogen fuel cell engine is Qianjiang’s flagship heavyweight product in its strategic push into the heavy-duty commercial vehicle sector powered by hydrogen energy. Leveraging advanced proton exchange membrane fuel cell technology jointly developed by Qianjiang and Bosch of Germany, and drawing on Qianjiang’s extensive manufacturing expertise in commercial vehicles, this engine has been specially optimized to meet the demands of the domestic heavy-duty commercial vehicle market. It has now entered mass production and multiple adapted versions have been launched, finding wide application in several of Qianjiang’s heavy-duty new-energy commercial vehicles. Offering an efficient, environmentally friendly, safe, and powerful power solution for heavy‑duty green trunk-line logistics, large-scale construction operations, and specialized transportation, the FCPM-C190 has already begun demonstration operations in numerous provinces and municipalities across the country.

As the core high‑end hydrogen power system for heavy commercial vehicles, its application scenarios are focused on long‑haul trunk line operations and high‑intensity work environments. Based on the characteristics of hydrogen fuel cells and the actual vehicle models equipped with them, the primary adaptation scenarios include:

Heavy‑duty logistics sector: Featuring 49‑ton heavy‑duty tractor trucks, oversized cargo transport vehicles, and intercity trunk line logistics vehicles, these models are primarily designed for long‑distance, heavy‑load transportation on intercity trunk routes and for the transport of large items. They are ideally suited to daily operating distances ranging from 400 to 600 km, offering ample power while remaining environmentally friendly. With convenient hydrogen refueling and significant advantages in hydrogen consumption, they markedly enhance the operational efficiency of long‑haul trunk line logistics while reducing overall operating costs. These vehicles have already undergone cross‑provincial transportation tests along the Western Land-Sea New Corridor Hydrogen Corridor and other similar routes.

Municipal and Engineering Applications: Large municipal sanitation vehicles, heavy-duty emergency response vehicles, large excavators, concrete mixer trucks, and more—these are ideally suited for urban municipal operations and large-scale construction projects. With high operational intensity and long service hours, their zero-emission and low-noise characteristics align with environmental protection requirements. Their ultra-high power output meets the demanding performance needs of engineering equipment, while their robust stability minimizes downtime due to failures and boosts overall project efficiency.

Dedicated application scenarios: port heavy‑duty transfer vehicles, mining transfer vehicles, special heavy‑duty transport vehicles, etc. With fixed routes and convenient hydrogen refueling, these vehicles are ideally suited for regional long‑haul transportation and high‑intensity operational environments. The high efficiency, stability, and safety of hydrogen fuel cells can meet the demands of frequent, high‑intensity transport operations, while their green, zero‑emission characteristics align with the environmental management requirements of industrial parks and mines, making them well‑suited to the needs of various specialized heavy‑duty commercial vehicles.

V. Summary

The FCPM-C190 hydrogen fuel cell engine is a high‑end, flagship hydrogen powertrain built around the core principles of “ultra‑high power, ultra‑high energy efficiency, exceptional reliability, and superior safety.” A heavyweight joint development between Qingling and Bosch, this engine delivers a comprehensive upgrade over its higher‑power counterparts in terms of power output, hydrogen consumption control, environmental adaptability, and integration. Leveraging advanced proton exchange membrane fuel cell technology, it achieves zero emissions and highly efficient power delivery. Its ultra‑highly integrated, lightweight design offers broad compatibility, perfectly meeting the demands of long‑haul trunk line operations and heavy‑duty tasks for heavy‑duty logistics tractors and large construction vehicles. The engine’s core advantages precisely address the key pain points faced by users of heavy‑duty new energy commercial vehicles—namely, “meeting stringent environmental standards, delivering robust power, ensuring operational efficiency, and providing safe and reliable performance.” It aligns with national policies supporting the new energy industry while helping users reduce operating costs and enhance operational efficiency. With mature mass production technology, extensive adaptability, and outstanding overall advantages, the FCPM-C190 has become the core powertrain for Qingling’s heavy‑duty new energy commercial vehicles. Working in tandem with the FCPM-C75 and FCPM-C132, it enables full coverage of the commercial vehicle hydrogen powertrain lineup, driving the green transformation of the heavy‑duty transportation sector, promoting the widespread adoption of hydrogen energy in heavy‑duty commercial vehicles, and pioneering a new direction in the development of hydrogen power for heavy‑duty commercial vehicles.

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