Tests are being conducted in Tashkent for the Yutong ZK6890BEVG (E9) electric bus, a compact nine-meter model manufactured by the Chinese producer Yutong. The company reported that testing of this vehicle in the Uzbek capital began earlier this year.
Under a temporary transfer agreement between the operator Toshshahartranskhizmat and the Chinese company Yutong Holdco Co., the electric bus was put into operation on Route 26, connecting Madjunatol Mahalla and Alay Market on August 12, 2026. The tests, carried out by Branch No. 1 of the Bus Depot, are scheduled to last one month.
During the operational trials, specialists are assessing the technical characteristics and operating parameters of the bus in the urban environment of Tashkent, as well as passenger service convenience and overall efficiency. Route 26 passes through the city's internal streets and central districts, which requires maneuverability for a nine-meter vehicle.
According to the manufacturer's data, the low-floor Yutong E9 is designed for narrow city streets and suburban routes. Its dimensions are slightly less than 9 meters long, 2.42 meters wide, and about 3.3 meters high. The cabin is designed for 22 seats, includes a dedicated space for wheelchairs, and has a total capacity of up to 62 passengers. Passenger access is provided by two doors.
The bus is equipped with an electric motor with a nominal power of 160 kW and a peak power of up to 240 kW. It features a 289 kWh liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery and charges via a European standard connector. The vehicle has an independent pneumatic suspension with disc brakes on the front axle and a Dongfeng pneumatic suspension on the rear axle, along with 265/70R19.5 tires. The cabin includes air conditioning and device charging ports.
The E9 model is part of Yutong's line of electric buses, alongside larger models such as E7S, E11PRO, E12, and E18PRO. Yutong maintains a presence in the Uzbek market. The model was previously introduced in Tashkent in January 2026 and underwent a month-long trial on Route 76. Following positive results on high-passenger-flow routes, testing was expanded to other regions of the country. Data collected during the current trials will be used to evaluate performance in Tashkent.