Electric Bigfoot No. 20: The World’s First All-Electric Monster Truck
When people think about electric vehicles, quiet city cars usually come to mind—not massive monster trucks crushing cars and launching into the air. That perception changed dramatically with the unveiling of Bigfoot No. 20, the world’s first fully electric monster truck, showcased at the Vancouver Auto Show.
This groundbreaking vehicle proves that electric power isn’t limited to small, lightweight cars. It can also handle extreme performance, massive weight, and the brutal demands of monster truck motorsports.
What Makes Bigfoot No. 20 So Special?
Bigfoot No. 20 is powered entirely by electricity, using a custom-built DC motor developed by Electrified Motorsports expert Dennis Berube. The truck runs on a 360-volt battery system made up of 30 high-performance batteries, delivering impressive horsepower, strong torque, and precise variable speed control.
To support steering and braking systems, an additional six batteries are used, bringing the total to 36 batteries. Together, they weigh approximately 623 kilograms, making energy management and structural strength critical to the truck’s design.
How Does the Truck Handle All That Weight?
Despite the heavy battery setup, Bigfoot No. 20 remains structurally strong and agile. This is achieved through a custom-designed fiberglass body, which keeps the vehicle lightweight while maintaining the durability needed for high-impact landings, jumps, and car-crushing stunts.
The smart balance between weight reduction and strength allows the truck to perform without compromising safety or performance.
Performance That Surprised Everyone
Bigfoot has always been one of the most iconic names in monster trucks, with vehicles weighing nearly five tons. Many skeptics doubted whether an electric monster truck could even complete a full performance run.
However, Bigfoot No. 20 exceeded expectations by operating for over 20 minutes on a single charge, without performance loss. According to Bigfoot’s leadership, this achievement is only the beginning of what electric monster trucks may become in the future.
Why This Electric Monster Truck Matters
Bigfoot No. 20 is more than just a technical experiment—it represents a major step forward for electric vehicle technology. While it may not immediately replace traditional fuel-powered monster trucks, it plays a powerful role in showing that EVs can thrive even in the most demanding motorsports environments.
This project helps introduce electric vehicles to a broader audience, proving that sustainability and extreme performance can coexist.
The Bigger Picture for Electric Motorsports
As electric technology continues to evolve, projects like Bigfoot No. 20 demonstrate that EVs are no longer limited by power, endurance, or durability. From city roads to monster truck arenas, electric vehicles are steadily expanding their reach.
Bigfoot No. 20 stands as a symbol of innovation—showing the world that even the loudest, toughest machines can go electric.
