Prinoth and Scania Expanded Electric Snow Groomer Partnership
The two companies have extended a long-term agreement to supply high-power battery systems for electric snow grooming vehicles.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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Prinoth has signed a long-term deal to integrate Scania battery-electric systems into its fleet of snow groomers. The collaboration powers models like the Husky and Leitwolf E-Motion for use on ski slopes.
Why it matters
Snow groomers operate in extreme conditions that require high energy density, consistent power delivery, and resistance to severe cold and vibrations. This partnership leverages industrial-grade electrification to help heavy-duty machinery transition away from traditional fuel sources.
The Core 800 battery system provides a voltage of 691V and supports a modular capacity range from 21 kWh to 624 kWh. These liquid-cooled, energy-dense packs are designed to meet the rigorous power demands of high-altitude grooming.
The players
Prinoth
Prinoth is a manufacturer of snow groomers and tracked utility vehicles based in Italy.
Scania
Scania is a Swedish manufacturer of heavy commercial vehicles and engine systems.
The details
The Leitwolf E-Motion model utilizes a sophisticated integration of Scania battery packs, which are mounted in both top and side orientations to optimize space and weight distribution. The system includes a proprietary charging management setup to handle the technical requirements of high-capacity energy storage in winter environments.
Timeline
The first snow groomers equipped with Scania batteries entered service in 2022.
The companies officially announced the extension of their partnership on October 14, 2026.
Roadmap
The adoption of the Scania Core 800 battery system in snow groomers mirrors the broader industrial push toward electrifying specialized off-road vehicles. This shift marks a departure from reliance on combustion engines in niches where cold-climate performance was once considered an insurmountable barrier to battery use.
Ski resort operators can expect reduced operational emissions and quieter grooming cycles when utilizing these electric units. Maintenance teams should note that these systems rely on modular battery packs, which may necessitate specialized charging infrastructure and new training protocols for service staff.
The takeaway
The successful integration of high-voltage batteries into snow groomers proves that heavy equipment can maintain performance in harsh, frozen climates. Resort operators looking to modernize their fleets should focus on assessing whether their local energy capacity supports high-capacity charging.
Further reading
For more on the electrification of specialized equipment, visit our Electric Vehicles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Electrek.
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