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Denago Cargo 1 vs Rad Power Bikes RadRunner Plus

Two cargo & family e-bikes at $1,799–$1,999, every published spec lined up. Nothing here is estimated: a figure the manufacturer does not publish is shown as “—”.

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Where they differ

  • The RadRunner Plus carries 50 lb more total load.
  • The RadRunner Plus costs $200 less.
  • The Cargo 1 claims 5 more miles of range.
  • The Cargo 1 uses a torque sensor; the RadRunner Plus uses a cadence sensor.
  • The Cargo 1 is rigid; the RadRunner Plus is hardtail (front only).
  • The Cargo 1 ships as class 3; the RadRunner Plus ships as class 2.

Every spec, side by side

Cargo 1RadRunner Plus
Headline
Price$1,999$1,799
CategoryCargo & familyCargo & family
Price per Wh$2.97 per Wh$2.88 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque60 Nm
Motor power750 W750 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeRad
SensorTorqueCadence
Battery & range
Battery672 Wh624 Wh
Voltage48V
Capacity14 Ah13 Ah
CellsLG
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)60 mi55 mi
Range as stated60 miles, 70 with the second battery55+ miles
Est. real range34 mi25 mi
Estimate assumes20 Wh per mile25 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight74 lb75 lb
Max load300 lb350 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 3: pedal assist to 28 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 2
ClassClass 3Class 2
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed20 mph20 mph
Build
Gears7-speed7-speed
DrivetrainShimanoShimano
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm
SuspensionRigidHardtail (front only)
Fork travelRigid65 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionNoYes
Suspension seatpostNo
Tires20 x 3.020 x 3.3
DisplayLCDRad colour display
Frame6061 aluminumAluminium
SizesOne size, fits 4'9" to 6'5"One size, fits 4'11" to 6'2"
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYesYes
RackYesYes
KickstandYesYes
SafetyUL 2849*UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this oneUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states it"UL Safety Certified In accordance with UL2849 and UL2271" — note "in accordance with" is not the same claim as certified"UL Certified to UL 2849 and UL 2271" on individual product pages, with the lineup-wide claim hedged as "All Rad ebikes are either UL Certified or tested by ACT to comply with UL 2849"
Warranty2 yr2 yr
Warranty termsTwo year limited warranty; battery 300 recharge cycles or 2 years, whichever comes first (brand policy)

Specs transcribed from denago.com on 09/21/2026 and www.radpowerbikes.com on 09/20/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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