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RadWagon 5
RadWagon 5
$2,499
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- Weight
- 88 lbs
- Max load
- 350 lbs
- Torque
- 80 Nm
- Range (real)
- ~30 mi
- Battery
- 672Wh
- Kids
- Up to 2
Carryish Scores
The Carryish Take
The Volvo wagon of cargo bikes. Not flashy, endlessly practical. Gen 5 added a torque sensor (finally — the old cadence sensor felt jerky) and the SafeShield battery uses resin-encapsulated cells for thermal safety. Class 3 speeds up to 28mph help you keep pace with traffic. At 88 pounds, plan on parking it where you ride it. You're not carrying this upstairs.
Full Specifications
Motor & Power
- Motor
- Rad Power (Hub (rear))
- Power
- 750W nominal / 750W peak
- Torque
- 80 Nm
- Assist levels
- 5
- Throttle
- Thumb throttle
- Top speed
- 28 mph
- Class
- Class 3 (28 mph)
Battery & Range
- Battery
- Samsung 672Wh
- Voltage
- 48V
- Removable
- Yes
- Stated range
- 45 mi
- Real-world range
- ~30 mi (loaded)
- Charge time
- 6 hrs
Size & Weight
- Weight
- 88 lbs
- Max system weight
- 350 lbs
- Cargo capacity
- 150 lbs
- Length
- 78"
- Wheelbase
- 52"
- Rider height
- 5'1" – 6'2"
Drivetrain & Brakes
- Drivetrain
- Chain — Shimano Altus
- Gearing
- Derailleur (7-speed)
- Brakes
- Hydraulic disc — Tektro
- Rotor size
- 180/180mm
Wheels & Comfort
- Front wheel
- 22"
- Rear wheel
- 22"
- Tire width
- 3"
- Tires
- Kenda
- Puncture protection
- Yes
- Suspension
- Rigid
Cargo & Family
- Layout
- Longtail
- Max child passengers
- 2
- Child seat compatibility
- Thule Yepp, Rad Caboose
- Footboards
- Yes
- Rain cover
- Available separately
- Racks
- Rear
- Rack system
- proprietary
Safety & Security
- Integrated lights
- Yes
Extras
- Display
- LCD with USB
- Kickstand
- double leg
- Fenders
- Included
- Included accessories
- Fenders, integrated lights, rear rack
What reviewers say
7.3/10 avgYouTube: Propel
Chris Nolte
“Best budget cargo bike just got better. The torque sensor alone is worth the upgrade.”
Electric Bike Report
Sam Gross
“The torque sensor upgrade transforms the ride quality. Gen 5 is a genuine step forward for Rad.”
Reddit r/CargoBike
u/cargodad2024
“6 months in, daily school run with two kids. Hasn't missed a beat. Wish it was lighter.”
Electrek
Micah Toll
“At 88 pounds, portability is not its strength. But for the price, the utility is hard to argue with.”
Videos
RadWagon 5 Long-Term Review: 6 Months Later
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