Worlds First Log Haul with a Diesel Electric Truck!

The day has finally come! Topsy is hauling its first load of logs. We will show you the worlds first diesel electric logging truck being put to work. Learn how we lift the trailer off using a button top loader, log securement, and watch us being unloaded with a Letourneau log loader. Plus, we’ll showcase the power of our diesel electric truck—watch as we break down everything step by step. Stay tuned to see how our Canadian innovation makes history with this hybrid beast!

🚛 Highlights:
* Hauling logs with Topsy
* Mill transfer & trailer offload
* Diesel electric power in action
* Tips on securing your load with boomers
* Real-time driver perspective
* And much more!

00:00 - 00:33 - Intro
00:34 - 01:29 - At CBS Parts
01:30 - 02:32 - Hooking up trailer
02:33 - 05:34 - Topsy driving to the mill
05:35 - 07:37 - Arriving and the mill and getting Topsy ready
07:38 - 08:47 - LeTourneau Explanation
08:48 - 14:35 - Loading the first load of logs
14:36 - 15:14 - Wrapping the logs
15:15 - 16:34 - Driving Topsy to the scale
16:35 - 17:10 - Chace’s first impressions
17:11 - 21:42 - Driving and hauling logs with Topsy
21:43 - 22:22 - Chace’s comments at the wrapping station
22:23 - 23:21 - Unloading logs for the first time
23:22 - 23:41 - Throwback moments
23:42 - 24:14 - Comments on finishing the first load
24:15 - 25:26 - Loading the second load of logs
25:27 - 30:00 - Driving to the other mill
30:01 - 31:32 - Unloading logs for the second time
31:33 - 32:40 - Topsy driving empty to the next location
32:41 - 32:58 - Disconnecting the trailer
32:59 - 33:23 - Driving Topsy to parking
33:24 - 33:52 - Outro

[timbuckingham]

It's great to see you getting the power dialed in, looks like it's time for a Canadian company to put the future of trucking on the map.

[savageofthenorthshor]

No grant money... Its a crime you guys dont have endless grants.. you guys are badasses!!🎉

[jasontate]

Anyone else really impressed by how the seatbelts really always seem to match the occupant’s shirt. That’s the real innovation here! 😂

[bhzaddybhzolby]

This is how trucks should still be built, common parts and it even has a damn wig wag. The blend of old school analog technology and new tech is the coolest thing about this truck. No custom one off mirrors, no custom headlight pods, just a simple truck built for the toughest conditions.

[oddball_the_blue]

Also serious kudos to the logging company for allowing Chase and the boys to run the tests at the mills - I can imagine the look on some companies' bosses when asked - "hey, erm.. we want to load up your logs on our experimental diesel electric truck as it's first commercial load"

[bd]

This is my recommendation for the regen braking. Put it on a dial so you can infinitely adjust it. This way it can be perfect for every case scenario.

[tankerkiller]

The fact that a massive truck like that is moving with basically zero real sound in insane, I can't wait to see these things hauling stuff around in my area of the US.

[charlesmayberry]

One of the coolest things about this whole project, is how much documentation there has been of the process. Watching it go from basically a set of rails to a full truck has been incredible. The thing I know having worked in manufacturing is, you've showed some of the big struggles, but I'm over here going, For every big hiccup in the process, there's a hundred little ones. Engineering is a death of a thousand pinpricks, little flaws, oversights, and issues, that have to be resolved. I know all to well this can't have been any different and seeing the working prototype, actually into early testing like this, is incredible.

[jetstsrolds]

Finally there are builders who are humble without bringing politics into the equation. You guys are not arrogant and like to share your thoughts and ideas. Good for you guys. Big Thumbs Up.

[JohnnyHiemstra-ihdy]

Congrats on hauling your first load guys. I'm 80 years old retired driver, but I'm just super excited about what you guys have accomplished. God bless you, your crew, and everyone involved.

[AlexxxDE]

That was such an awesome 1st test. What really caught my attention, was when you guys were running down the road, at 85 KmPH, and having a regular voice conversation in the cab. So quiet in the cab without the engine. That was super impressive. Looking forward to more tests ! Great work. 👍

[hartsfire]

this is so amazing..
i do not think people really under stand just what you have accomplished in such a short time.

[gormauslander]

I really like how much b-roll there is here. It's like a little documentary about a little slice of the job, which is great to see after being introduced to it by these videos so long ago

[blendpinexus]

seeing the drivetrain accomplish this makes me excited for the coach bus conversion my brother and i want to do.

[koolchris]

This is the future of technology I’m excited for. There’s so much untapped potential that I’m glad you saw could be harnessed. Topsy is awesome. What a build.

[Rizz_Messiah]

im sure the locals will appreciate the peace and quiet.

[TallTexasGMan]

RG LeTourneau was a revolutionary individual not just in the heavy equipment industry but also in mankind. Thankfully, I've had the opportunity to put around in one of those log stackers on a school field trip. I was a sophomore and have to say that I've had the opportunity to be in a loader and a tourna-pull too! I've been saying for years if LeTourneau could do it, there is zero reason we can't today.

[brokenmarbles]

We are witnessing Canadian/world history!!

[simpledjchromo]

I love what you guys are doing. Looking forward to the steep grade stuff at 105, 500. I genuinely want you guys to succeed. I love my 18 with the big Cummins but this is cool. Stay well, stay safe, and keep up the good work.

[SternLX]

Gotta love when your prototype performs way better than expected.