ALL Electric Cargo · Not tested by Will
Velotric Packer 1: specs and how it compares
Not tested. Will hasn't ridden this bike. Specs come from Velotric's own site, written in our words, and each one is linked below. For bikes he has tested, see the reviews.
Class: Velotric sells it as Class 2 at 20 mph and says it can be unlocked to 25 mph. Once unlocked it no longer fits any of the three standard classes, so keep it at 20 mph where your state requires it. E-bike laws by state
Discontinued. The maker no longer sells this bike new. This page stays up for shoppers buying used.
$2,199
Price as of Oct 26, 2026 on Velotric's site. Velotric says the Packer 1 is no longer available (checked 2026-10-26).
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Our take
The Packer 1 is a longtail-style cargo bike for parents and errand runners who want a front suspension fork, which many cargo bikes skip. Its smaller 20 in rear wheel keeps the load low, and the 440 lb total limit is generous. The trade-offs are a cadence-type sensor rather than a torque sensor and a 691 Wh battery that is mid-sized for a 75 lb cargo bike. Both colors were unavailable when we checked.
Closest bike Will has tested
Aventon Abound LR
Will rode it: another longtail cargo bike with a 750W hub and hydraulic brakes, for about $200 less.
Read Will's reviewSpecs
| E-bike class | Class 2 (throttle, 20 mph by default) |
|---|---|
| Motor | 750W rear hub, 75 Nm |
| Battery | 691 Wh (48V 14.4Ah) with LG 21700 cells, removable |
| Claimed range | Up to 52 mi on pedal assist, up to 45 mi on throttle (maker's figures, 187 lb rider, lowest assist, flat ground) |
| Weight | 75 lb |
| Max payload | 440 lb total; the rear rack is rated for 176 lb |
| Brakes | 4-piston hydraulic discs, 180 mm rotors front and rear |
| Suspension | 80 mm hydraulic fork with lockout; rigid rear |
| Tires | 26 x 2.4 in front, 20 x 3.0 in rear (CST, puncture resistant) |
| Gears | Shimano 8-speed, 13-34T |
| Pedal sensor | Speed (cadence-type) sensor, plus throttle |
| Rider height | 5'3" to 6'6" |
Velotric sells it as Class 2 at 20 mph and says it can be unlocked to 25 mph. Once unlocked it no longer fits any of the three standard classes, so keep it at 20 mph where your state requires it. Check e-bike laws in your state.
Versions
- Packer 1: One frame size, two colors (this page)
Compared with similar bikes
| Velotric Packer 1not tested | Aventon Abound LR | Blix Packa | Aventon Abound | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,199 | $1,999 | $2,099 | $2,200 |
| Motor | 750 W | 750 W | 750 W | 750 W |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 80 Nm | — | — |
| Battery | 691 Wh | 733 Wh | 1344 Wh | 720 Wh |
| Weight | 75 lb | 88 lb | 67 lb | — |
| Payload | 440 lb | 440 lb | 250 lb | 440 lb |
| AEB Score | 6.2 (provisional) | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.8 |
Specs for the other bikes come from their pages on this site; ones marked spec profile haven't been ridden by Will. Prices change, so check the review page for the latest.
What owners say
Velotric's store shows a 4.8 out of 5 average from 126 reviews. Owners mention carrying toddlers with the passenger handrail and the smooth ride. One owner who hauls chainsaws on forest trails praised it but said the step-through frame flexes under a heavy load on rough ground.
Caveat: These reviews sit on the maker's own store, which may filter them. They aren't independent.
- Velotric Packer 1 product page reviews (126 reviews), read Oct 26, 2026
Sources
- www.velotricbike.com, specs checked Oct 26, 2026
Page updated Oct 26, 2026.