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Tesla Semi volume production begins at Nevada Gigafactory; ramping toward 50,000 units annually
Tesla achieved volume production of the Tesla Semi at its Nevada Gigafactory, with the first high-volume unit rolling off the line on April 29, 2026. The Semi is available in two variants: Standard Range (325 miles) and Long Range (500 miles), both with 1.7 kWh/mile efficiency and powered by three rear motors totaling 800 kW. Peak charging reaches 1.2 MW, recovering 60% battery in 30 minutes.
- Volume production milestone: first high-volume Tesla Semi on April 29, 2026.
- Standard Range: 325 miles, under 20,000 lbs; Long Range: 500 miles, 23,000 lbs.
- Triple rear motor design with 800 kW power; 1.7 kWh/mile efficiency.
- Peak charging 1.2 MW via Megacharger network; Nevada facility designed for 50,000 units annually.