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KBO Ranger vs Rad Power Bikes RadRunner Max

Two cargo & family e-bikes at $1,699–$2,299, 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 Ranger costs $600 less.
  • The Ranger carries 168 Wh more battery.
  • The Ranger is 5 lb lighter.
  • The Ranger uses a cadence sensor; the RadRunner Max uses a torque sensor.
  • The Ranger is rigid; the RadRunner Max is hardtail (front only).

Every spec, side by side

RangerRadRunner Max
Headline
Price$1,699$2,299
CategoryCargo & familyCargo & family
Price per Wh$2.02 per Wh$3.42 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Motor power750 W750 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeKBORad
SensorCadenceTorque
Battery & range
Battery840 Wh672 Wh
Voltage48V
Capacity17.5 Ah14 Ah
CellsLG
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)60 mi60 mi
Range as stated35 to 60+ miles60+ miles
Est. real range34 mi27 mi
Estimate assumes25 Wh per mile25 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight77 lb82 lb
Max load400 lb420 lb
Rack capacity120 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3
ClassClass 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
Gears7-speed8-speed
DrivetrainShimanoShimano
BrakesMechanical discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm180 mm
SuspensionRigidHardtail (front only)
Fork travelRigid80 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionNoYes
Suspension seatpostNo
Tires20 x 3.020 x 3.5
DisplayLCD backlitRad colour display
Frame6061 aluminumAluminium
SizesOne sizeOne size, fits 4'11" to 6'2"
Step-through optionNoYes
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYesYes
RackYesYes
KickstandYesYes
SafetyUL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states itNo UL standard named on the product page"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 kbobike.com on 2026-09-20 and www.radpowerbikes.com on 2026-09-20. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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