FS25 HGR KY7 Electric Daycab v1.0

A classic 1980s tractor, the HGR KY7 Electric Daycab, was carefully modernized into a fully electric farm truck.
This unique machine reflects the dedication of a farmer-engineer who rebuilt her trusted cabover using components sourced entirely from a PlasmaStar catalog. At its heart is a PlasmaStar 250 XXS, delivering power through a severe-duty D32 steel driveshaft to the rear wheels. Though originally intended for a very different application, the system has been adapted for agricultural use with several discreet modifications.

The result is a truck that combines the familiar sound and feel of a diesel with the unmistakable high-pitched whine of advanced electric motors. Its unconventional energy transfer system is neither the most efficient nor the most refined, but it speaks to the ingenuity and persistence behind its creation. A true testament to keeping a beloved machine working the fields, long after its original prime.

List of modifications:
The engine and Transmission were created by Mayuka (MMus1cc) to mimic a 2-speed motor electric truck. Like real-world trucks, it is intended to pull a trailer, so it has the instant torque feeling of an electric vehicle if you drive it without it. With a load, it drives smoothly. Reverse speed is limited to make backing easier. If you use manual shifting, you can downshift to low range or ‘D’, the default forward mode is S+ (Sport Mode).
Has a functioning ‘after-market’ styled power gauge showing the power usage of the electric motor.
Fuel tanks removed and replaced with a battery box (Designed by Amina (1chig0_A) with batteries and an electric charging port.
The electric range is set to mimic that of a conversion kit and to give that feeling of always needing to plug in. (Amina note: and to make service vehicle useful!)
Clearance lights have a choice between Orange, White, and Green.
Removed the slanted CB antennas and replaced them with a normal mirror-mounted one.
New connections and cat-walk on the rear of the tractor. It now has hydraulic connections.

Works with Interactive Control. Radio functions, Windows roll down, and the battery box can be opened with IC.

 

[FarmerBoy]

The transformation of the classic 1980s tractor, the HGR KY7 Electric Daycab, into a fully electric farm truck is truly a testament to the dedication and innovation of the farmer-engineer behind its rebuild. The utilization of components sourced entirely from a PlasmaStar catalog, particularly the PlasmaStar 250 XXS at its core, showcases the adaptability and creativity involved in repurposing technologies for agricultural use.

The unique combination of diesel-like characteristics with the distinctive high-pitched whine of advanced electric motors gives this truck a one-of-a-kind feel and sound. While the energy transfer system may not be the most efficient or refined, its presence speaks volumes about the ingenuity and determination put into converting the cabover into an electric workhorse for the fields.

The list of modifications made to the HGR KY7 Electric Daycab is impressive and highlights the attention to detail in maintaining its functionality while integrating modern electric components. From the 2-speed motor electric truck simulation to the battery box replacing the fuel tanks, each modification serves a purpose in enhancing the truck's performance and usability in agricultural settings.

The addition of features such as the functioning power gauge, choice of clearance light colors, mirror-mounted CB antenna, and hydraulic connections further elevate the practicality and customization options of the truck. The integration of Interactive Control for radio functions, window controls, and battery box access adds an interactive element that enhances the overall user experience of operating this electric farm truck.

Overall, the HGR KY7 Electric Daycab v1.0 represents a harmonious blend of classic design with modern electric technology, capturing the essence of preserving a beloved machine for continued utility and performance in the farming environment.