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Rad Power Bikes RadWagon vs Rad Power Bikes RadWagon 5

Two cargo & family e-bikes at $1,799–$2,399, 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 RadWagon 5 assists 8 mph faster.
  • The RadWagon 5 makes 25 Nm more torque.
  • The RadWagon costs $600 less.
  • The RadWagon is 9.3 lb lighter.
  • The RadWagon 5 carries 25 lb more total load.
  • The RadWagon uses a cadence sensor; the RadWagon 5 uses a torque sensor.
  • The RadWagon is rigid; the RadWagon 5 is hardtail (front only).
  • The RadWagon ships as class 2; the RadWagon 5 ships as class 2–3.

Every spec, side by side

RadWagonRadWagon 5
Headline
Price$1,799$2,399
CategoryCargo & familyCargo & family
Price per Wh$2.50 per Wh$3.33 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque65 Nm90 Nm
Motor power750 W750 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeRadRad
SensorCadenceTorque
Battery & range
Battery720 Wh720 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity15 Ah15 Ah
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)60 mi60 mi
Range as statedEstimated 20 to 60 miles per charge20-60 miles
Est. real range29 mi29 mi
Estimate assumes25 Wh per mile25 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight76.7 lb86 lb
Max load350 lb375 lb
Rack capacity120 lb120 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 2Class 3
ClassClass 2Class 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed20 mph28 mph
Build
Gears7-speed7-speed
Drivetrain1x7 (11-34T)Shimano
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm180 mm
SuspensionRigidHardtail (front only)
Fork travelRigid45 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionNoYes
Suspension seatpostNo
Tires22 x 3.020 x 3.3
DisplayFull colour, USB-CRad color display
FrameAluminumAluminum
SizesOne size, fits 5'2" to 6'4"One size
Step-through optionNoNo
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 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""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)Two year limited warranty; battery 300 recharge cycles or 2 years, whichever comes first (brand policy)

Specs transcribed from www.radpowerbikes.com on 09/21/2026 and www.radpowerbikes.com on 09/19/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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