VOLTERRA ZSL ELECTRIC REFUSE COLLECTION VEHICLE
MCNEILUS
North America’s first fully integrated electric refuse collection vehicle is poised to deliver the best driver, technician and owner experience imaginable. It raises the bar for innovation and sustainability while improving total cost of ownership. The Volterra ZSL is also certified zero emission by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB).
DRIVER-FIRST DESIGN
Our spacious cab puts the driver first by providing nearly 38% more space compared to the industry average. Combined with a flexible-designed interior, low 15″ step, direct visibility, active safety systems and streamlined controls, it’s an optimal workspace for drivers.

LOW 15" STEP HEIGHT
With a step height that’s 2″ lower than industry standard, drivers can easily board and exit from the street or curbside. This can make a hard day’s work a little easier and contribute to reduced risk of injury on the job.

DIRECT VISIBILITY
Direct visibility helps drivers see obstacles and can help minimize potential incidents along the way.

MORE INTERIOR ROOM
The fully integrated design of the cab puts the driver first with 38% more space compared to a traditional cab. This promotes driver alertness, boosts comfort and makes it easy to operate.

ELEVATED DRIVER WORKSPACE
Drivers come in many shapes and sizes. That’s why our design and placement of the pedals, tilt and telescoping steering wheel, along with integrated controls and temperature-controlled seating.

ADVANCED DRIVER-ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
Fully installed at the factory and standard on every McNeilus Volterra ZSL electric refuse collection vehicle, this integrated system includes blind-spot monitoring, 360° camera view, forward and rear collision notification, park assist, backup camera, rear cross traffic assist, lane departure warning and advanced emergency braking.

DRIVER INSTRUMENT PANEL DISPLAY
The 12.3″ digital gauge cluster display keeps the driver informed with speed, odometer, battery regeneration, tire pressure, indicator lights, 360° camera images and more.
PRODUCTIVITY & PERFORMANCE

BUILT TO OUTPERFORM.
What happens when you combine dependable, high-performing trucks with cutting-edge refuse collection technology? You turn some heads. Our vehicle features the proven McNeilus Zero Radius™ vertical lift arm and a tight turning radius. Common components and intuitive, consistent placement of modules can help improve productivity and serviceability.
SUSTAINABILITY
DRIVING TOWARD A MORE SUSTAINABILE FUTURE
The purpose-built McNeilus Volterra ZSL can help achieve customer sustainability goals. The vehicle features an electrified drivetrain, e-axle architecture, smart battery system and cooperative regenerative braking to enable an all-day route on a single charge with zero emissions. It is certified by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
