Spec Showdown
BYD 8TT vs Freightliner eCascadia
The BYD 8TT and Freightliner eCascadia are both Class 8 electric trucks aimed at drayage and regional. BYD 8TT: Battery-electric Class 8 day cab. Freightliner eCascadia: Zero-tailpipe Class 8, in production. Our catalog lists 15 shared wear-part categories for both platforms — confirm exact fitment with Mike before ordering.
| Specs |  BYD 8TT |  Freightliner eCascadia |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | BYD Company | Daimler Truck North America |
| Body type | Electric | Electric |
| Class | 8 | 8 |
| Production | 2019–present | 2022–present |
| Rating | Up to 80,000 lb GCWR | Up to 82,000 lb GCWR |
| Power | Electric drive | Up to 470 hp equiv. |
| Engine options | Battery-electric | Detroit ePowertrain |
| Typical jobs | Drayage, Port, Regional | Drayage, Regional, Last-mile |
| Common parts overlap | 15 shared categories: Brakes & Wheel End, Air System, Electrical & Lighting, Suspension & Steering +3 more | |