Fuel Consumption

When evaluating the Butler System, it’s important to understand how fuel consumption may affect overall operating efficiency and cost. We provide clear guidance on fuel consumption so you can budget with confidence and choose the right vehicle configuration for your business.

Fuel usage is estimated to be approximately 1.25 to 1.75 gallons per hour when the Butler System is fully operating.

These estimates may vary based on factors including:

• Fuel quality, fuel temperatures, regional fuel blends, and presence of oxygenates or additives, octane/cetane ratings

• Ambient temperature, altitude, and climate, various regions of the country

• Engine condition, combustion efficiency and maintenance history

• Payload, terrain, driving habits, and installed vehicle options

Manufacturers of commercial vans and trucks typically do not publish fuel economy data for this type of application. However, Butler System owners operating newer model vehicles have reported notable improvements in fuel efficiency compared to earlier model years and depending on engine size.

Fuel consumption is also influenced by additional factors such as payload weight, terrain, driving conditions, and operator driving habits.