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{{Short description|Battery electric mid-size pickup truck}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Rivian R1T
| image = 2022 Rivian R1T (in Glacier White), front 6.21.22.jpg
| caption = Rivian R1T
| manufacturer = [[Company:Rivian|Rivian]]
| aka = 
| production = 2021–present
| model_years = 2022–present
| assembly = Normal, Illinois (Rivian Automotive LLC)
| designer = 
| class = [[Engineering:Mid-size car|Mid-size]] [[Engineering:Luxury car|luxury]] [[Engineering:Pickup truck|pickup truck]]
| body_style = 4-door crew cab
| layout = {{unbulletedlist
  | Dual-motor four-wheel drive with differential at each axle
  | Quad-motor four-wheel drive, [[Engineering:Individual wheel drive|individual wheel drive]]
  }}
| platform = 
| related = [[Engineering:Rivian R1S|Rivian R1S]]
| motor = [[Physics:Alternating current|AC]] [[Engineering:Permanent magnet motor|permanent magnet]] Motors
| transmission= Single-speed
| battery = 105, 135 or 149{{nbsp}}kWh [[Engineering:Lithium-ion battery|Li-ion]] pack
| range = 
| electric_range = {{unbulletedlist
  | 105 kWh - up to {{convert|231|mi|abbr=on}}{{nbsp}} EPA
  | 135 kWh - up to {{convert|314|mi|abbr=on}}{{nbsp}}<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/Find.do?action=sbs&id=44462|title=2022 Rivian R1T|website=www.fueleconomy.gov|access-date=15 September 2021|archive-date=9 September 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210909005632/https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/Find.do?action=sbs&id=44462|url-status=live}}</ref>
  | 149 kWh - up to {{convert|401|mi|abbr=on}}{{nbsp}}<ref>{{cite web |url=https://evcompare.io/cars/rivian/rivian_r1t_180_kwh/ |title=Rivian R1T 180 kWh specs, price, photos, offers and incentives |work=EVcompare.io |location=US |access-date=2023-03-18}}</ref>
  }}
| charging = {{unbulletedlist
  | DC: 210 kW, 400 V (135 kWh)
  | AC: 1.44 kW, 120V or 11.52 kW, 240 V<ref>{{Cite web |title=EPA Rivian Application for Certification |url=https://dis.epa.gov/otaqpub/display_file.jsp?docid=53765&flag=1 }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-04-23 |title=Rivian R1T Full Charging Curve, Cost, & Analysis - Large Pack 135kWh - YouTube |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mAZKJ8capN8 |access-date=2022-04-23 |website= [[Company:YouTube|YouTube]]|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220423231634/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mAZKJ8capN8 |archive-date=23 April 2022 |url-status=dead}}</ref>
  }}
| wheelbase = {{convert|135.9|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|217.1|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|81.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} (mirrors folded)
| height = {{convert|75.7|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}<ref group="note">With antenna.</ref>
| weight = {{cvt|6949|lb}}<ref group="note">On-road package, 135 kWh pack, no spare</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Anderson |first=Brad |date=14 December 2021 |title=Rivian R1T And R1S Lack Heat Pump, Can Charge At Up To 210 kW |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2021/12/rivian-r1t-and-r1s-lack-heat-pump-can-charge-at-up-to-210-kw/ |access-date=11 January 2023 |website=Carscoops}}</ref>
| predecessor = 
| successor = 
| sp = us
| powerout = {{unbulletedlist
  | {{cvt|533|hp|kW|0}} - Dual-Motor
  | {{cvt|665|hp|kW|0}} - Dual Motor Performance
  | {{cvt|835|hp|kW|0}} - Quad Motor
  }}
}}

The '''Rivian R1T''' is a [[Engineering:Battery electric vehicle|battery electric]] [[Engineering:Mid-size car|mid-size]]<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.thedrive.com/news/40527/heres-how-big-the-2022-rivian-r1t-adventure-truck-actually-is | title=Here's How Big the 2022 Rivian R1T Adventure Truck Actually is | date=10 May 2021 }}</ref> [[Engineering:Light truck|light duty]] [[Engineering:Luxury car|luxury]] [[Engineering:Pickup truck|pickup truck]] produced by the American company [[Company:Rivian|Rivian]].<ref name=iev20210914/> The first production R1T was manufactured in Illinois and was delivered to a customer in September 2021.<ref name=ctrib20210915/><ref name=iev20210914/> The official EPA range for the Rivian R1T (MY 2022–2023) ranges from {{cvt|289-352|miles}}, depending on drivetrain, battery pack capacity and wheel size.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/PowerSearch.do?action=PowerSearch&year1=2022&year2=2024&cbmkRivian=Rivian&cbmcpickupTrucks=Pickup+Trucks&minmsrpsel=0&maxmsrpsel=0&city=0&highway=0&combined=0&YearSel=2022-2024&MakeSel=Rivian&MarClassSel=Pickup+Trucks&FuelTypeSel=&VehTypeSel=&TranySel=&DriveTypeSel=&CylindersSel=&MpgSel=000&sortBy=Comb&Units=&url=SearchServlet&opt=new&minmsrp=0&maxmsrp=0&minmpg=0&maxmpg=0&sCharge=&tCharge=&startstop=&cylDeact=&rowLimit=50 |title=2022-2023 Rivian R1T |website=www.fueleconomy.gov |access-date=16 August 2023 }}</ref>

==History==
[[File:Rivian Normal Plant Floor.jpg|thumb|left|First production Rivian R1T rolls off the Normal, Illinois assembly line, September 2021.]]<!-- a number of pre-production R1T vehicles had been built on this mfg line prior to 15 Sep 2021 -->

Rivian unveiled the upcoming truck under the working name A1T in May 2018<ref name=engadget20180521/> but rebadged the vehicle in November 2018 as the R1T.<ref name=rivianpr20181115>{{cite press release |url=https://media.rivian.com/rivian-releases-debut-video-of-r1t-electric-adventure-vehicletm/ |title=Rivian releases debut video of R1T Electric Adventure Vehicle |work=Rivian |access-date=15 November 2018 |archive-date=5 December 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191205132404/https://media.rivian.com/rivian-releases-debut-video-of-r1t-electric-adventure-vehicletm/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Designed to be off-road capable, the 2018 concept design was planned to have {{cvt|14|in}} of ground clearance, feature an {{cvt|800|hp|kW}} electric motor, with the most expensive models being designed to achieve approximately {{convert|450|mi|km}} on a charge.<ref name=engadget20180521>{{cite news| url= https://www.engadget.com/2018/05/21/rivian-ev-truck-suv-detroit/ |title=Inside the automotive startup taking EVs off-road |work=[[Software:Engadget|Engadget]] |date=21 May 2018 |access-date=28 September 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180821062642/https://www.engadget.com/2018/05/21/rivian-ev-truck-suv-detroit/ |archive-date=21 August 2018 |url-status=live}}</ref> The company claimed that early prototype testing showed the truck to be able to accelerate from  0–{{cvt|60|mph|0}} in under 3.3 seconds, wade through {{cvt|1.1|m|order=flip}} of water and climb a 45{{space}}[[Grade (slope)|degree incline]].<ref name=engadget20180521/> These design objectives were largely achieved in the 2021 production vehicle release.<ref name=motortrend20210910/>
Rivian said{{when|date=September 2021}} it was designing the vehicles to facilitate "car-sharing" with their autonomous features.<ref name=wglt20190419>{{cite web|url=https://www.wglt.org/post/investor-joins-rivian-electric-automaker-staffs |title=Investor Joins Rivian As Electric Automaker Staffs Up |first=Ryan|last=Denham |website=www.wglt.org |date=12 December 2017 |access-date=18 April 2019 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20190418053224/https://www.wglt.org/post/investor-joins-rivian-electric-automaker-staffs |archive-date=18 April 2019 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=2023 Rivian R1T Review, Pricing, and Specs |url=https://evlegacy.com/2023-rivian-r1t/ |website=EvLegacy}}</ref><!-- these 2018 early plans in the concept seem to have been mostly achieved; but need to compare to Sep 2021 sources on the production model -->

In 2018, Rivian stated it intended to license its electric chassis to other manufacturers as a design base for machinery such as cars and other components.<ref name=pfstar20180522>{{cite web| url= https://www.pjstar.com/news/20180522/rivian-in-normal-plans-november-debut-for-electric-off-road-vehicles |title=Rivian in Normal plans November debut for electric off-road vehicles|first=Matt|last=Buedel |website=Journal Star|access-date=18 April 2019|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20190418053216/https://www.pjstar.com/news/20180522/rivian-in-normal-plans-november-debut-for-electric-off-road-vehicles |archive-date=18 April 2019|url-status=live}}</ref><ref name=AutocarIndia-2018-12-07>{{cite web |url= https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/pininfarinas-pf1-super-suv-to-use-rivian-tech-410688 |title= Pininfarina's PF1 super-SUV to use Rivian tech |date= 7 December 2018 |publisher= Autocar India |access-date= 16 December 2018 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20181217062643/https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/pininfarinas-pf1-super-suv-to-use-rivian-tech-410688 |archive-date= 17 December 2018 |url-status= live }}</ref>
As of 2018, Rivian stated it planned to begin production of the R1T in 2020.<ref name=pfstar20180522/>

In September 2021, the first customer vehicle rolled off the production line and was delivered to a customer.<ref name="ctrib20210915">{{cite news |url=https://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-biz-rivian-production-launch-ev-truck-manufacturer-20210915-mu4eanomhfgkdcnrklimc7kw2q-story.html |title=EV truck startup Rivian launches production in Normal |last=Channick |first=Robert |date=15 September 2021 |work=Chicago Tribune |access-date=28 September 2021 |archive-date=1 October 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211001134843/https://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-biz-rivian-production-launch-ev-truck-manufacturer-20210915-mu4eanomhfgkdcnrklimc7kw2q-story.html |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name="iev20210914">{{cite news|url=https://insideevs.com/news/533085/first-rivian-r1t-assembly-line/ |title=First Production Rivian R1T Rolls Off Assembly Line |work=Inside EVs |last=Kane|first=Mark |date=14 September 2021 |access-date=28 September 2021 |archive-date=2021-09-15 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210915214544/https://insideevs.com/news/533085/first-rivian-r1t-assembly-line/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Rivian began delivering the first R1T trucks to customers in October 2021.<ref>{{Cite news|last=Foldy|first=Ben|date=2021-11-01|title=EV Startups Lucid and Rivian Deliver First Models to Customers|language=en-US|work=Wall Street Journal|url=https://www.wsj.com/articles/ev-startups-lucid-and-rivian-deliver-first-models-to-customers-11635759002|access-date=2021-11-01|issn=0099-9660}}</ref>

==Design and specifications==
[[File:2022 Rivian R1T in Launch Green, rear left, 05-20-2022.jpg|thumb|left|Rivian R1T Launch Edition, rear view]]

As initially delivered in 2021, the Rivian R1T is an [[Engineering:Electric truck|all-electric]], [[Engineering:Battery electric vehicle|battery-powered]], [[Engineering:Individual wheel drive|individual wheel drive]] light duty [[Engineering:Pickup truck|pickup truck]].<ref name=r&t20200928>{{cite news |last=Sorokanich |first=Bob |title=The Rivian R1T Proves That the Perfect Off-Roader Is Electric |work=Road & Track |date=28 September 2021 |url=https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a37764868/the-rivian-r1t-proves-that-the-perfect-off-roader-is-electric/ |access-date=29 September 2021 |archive-date=28 September 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210928213735/https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a37764868/the-rivian-r1t-proves-that-the-perfect-off-roader-is-electric/ |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name=mtrend20210928>{{cite news |last=Priddle |first=Alisa |title=2022 Rivian R1T Second Drive: A More Production-Ready Example Only Hardens Our Opinions |work=Motor Trend |date=28 September 2021 |url=https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2022-rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-truck-second-drive-review/ |access-date=29 September 2021 |archive-date=28 September 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210928181656/https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2022-rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-truck-second-drive-review/ |url-status=live }}</ref>

===Drivetrain===
====Quad-Motor====
The initial version of the R1T features four electric motors, one on each wheel, that combine to produce {{cvt|835|hp}} and deliver {{cvt|908|ftlb|Nm}} of torque.<ref name=ars20210928/><!-- combined torque & hp cannot just be added from addition of the axle torques & hps --> Each motor is an [[Physics:Alternating current|AC]] [[Engineering:Permanent magnet motor|permanent magnet motor]]<ref name=insideevs20210928>{{cite news |last=Moloughney |first=Tom |title=2022 Rivian R1T First Drive Review: Electric Off-Road Dominance |work=InsideEVs |date=28 September 2021 |url=https://insideevs.com/reviews/536129/2022-rivian-r1t-first-drive-review/ |access-date=5 October 2021 |archive-date=5 October 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211005032745/https://insideevs.com/reviews/536129/2022-rivian-r1t-first-drive-review/ |url-status=live }}</ref> designed by Robert Bosch GmbH and produced by Rivian under license.<ref name=IEVs-20230224/><ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.autonews.com/manufacturing/rivian-will-speed-factory-flow-making-its-own-motors |title=Rivian shifts to in-house motors to boost production |author=Iliff, Laurence |date=April 14, 2023 |work=Automotive News |url-access=subscription |access-date=30 May 2023}}</ref> The front two motors produce {{cvt|415|hp}} and {{cvt|413|ftlb|Nm}} of torque while the rear two motors produce {{cvt|420|hp}} and {{cvt|495|ftlb|Nm}} of torque.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Gold|first=Aaron|date=2021-08-31|title=The 2022 Rivian R1T Is the Most Remarkable Pickup We've Ever Driven|url=https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2022-rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-truck-first-drive-review/|access-date=2021-09-13|website=MotorTrend|language=en-US|archive-date=2021-09-15|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210915222549/https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2022-rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-truck-first-drive-review/|url-status=live}}</ref> The four motors are carried near the centerline of the chassis and use direct-drive [[Engineering:Transaxle|transaxle]]s to each wheel;<ref name="mtrend20210913">{{cite news |date=2021-09-13 |title=Exclusive: We Drive the Rivian R1T Off-Road Across America, Part 2 |url=https://www.motortrend.com/features/2022-rivian-r1t-exclusive-drive-review-trans-atlantic-trail-off-road-part-2/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210924004539/https://www.motortrend.com/features/2022-rivian-r1t-exclusive-drive-review-trans-atlantic-trail-off-road-part-2/ |archive-date=24 September 2021 |access-date=2021-10-11 |work=Motor Trend}}</ref> the quad-motor setup allows the use of a [[Engineering:Torque vectoring|torque vectoring]] wheel control system, which senses slip on each wheel with millisecond granularity and responds by "distribut[ing] the proper amount of power to each wheel, precisely as needed."<ref name=insideevs20210928/>

====Dual-Motor====
In March 2022, Rivian announced it would develop and sell a dual-motor powertrain for the R1T, with one electric motor for each axle. The price of the dual-motor (DM) version would start around the same initial price at which the quad-motor (QM) version was offered, while the QM version would increase in price by almost 20%. The output of the DM version was expected to be more than {{cvt|600|hp}} and {{cvt|600|lbft}} of torque,<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/rivian-dual-motor-r1s-r1t-launch-quad-motor-price-increase/ |title=Rivian Launches 600-HP Dual-Motor R1S and R1T, Raises Quad-Motor Pricing |author=Golson, Daniel |date=March 1, 2022 |work=Road/Show |publisher=CNet |access-date=26 May 2023}}</ref> but was later published by Rivian at {{cvt|533|hp}} and {{cvt|610|lbft}} of torque.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://stories.rivian.com/difference-between-r1-drive-systems | title=Rivian Drive Systems, Decoded - Rivian Stories }}</ref> The largest ("Max") battery was removed as an option for the QM version in December, limiting availability to DM versions only.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://insideevs.com/news/627793/rivian-r1t-r1s-no-quad-motor-max-pack-2023/ |title=Rivian Removes Variant Of Its R1T For 2023, Provides Other Updates |author=Loveday, Steven |date=December 21, 2022 |work=Inside EVs |access-date=26 May 2023}}</ref> The "Enduro" traction motors for the DM versions were developed by Rivian in-house and reduce the number of semiconductors used compared to the QM, alleviating a key component supply restraint;<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2023/04/rivian-is-making-its-own-new-motors-to-speed-up-production-and-reduce-delays/ |title=Rivian Is Making Its Own New Motors To Speed Up Production And Reduce Delays |author=Bell, Sebastien |date=April 14, 2023 |work=CarScoops |access-date=30 May 2023}}</ref> production began in February 2023,<ref name=IEVs-20230224>{{cite news |url=https://insideevs.com/news/654215/rivian-starts-production-enduro-motors-for-dual-motor-awd-models/ |title=Rivian Starts Production Of Enduro Motors For Dual-Motor AWD Models |author=Mihalascu, Dan |date=February 24, 2023 |work=Inside EVs |access-date=26 May 2023}}</ref> although most of the initial production were diverted to [[Engineering:Rivian EDV|Rivian EDV]]s.

In April 2023, Rivian introduced a "Performance Dual-Motor" option (PDM), which uses software to unlock enhanced performance from the DM motors. With the PDM option, the R1T will produce approximately {{cvt|700|hp}} and {{cvt|700|lbft}} of torque.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.theverge.com/2023/4/7/23673961/rivian-performance-dual-motor-availability-max-pack-battery |title=Rivian's new 'Performance' powertrain lets R1T reservation holders keep their big battery |author=Shakir, Umar |date=April 7, 2023 |work=The Verge |access-date=26 May 2023}}</ref> As tested by ''Motor Trend'', each PDM traction motor has a maximum output of {{cvt|350|hp}} and {{cvt|428|lbft}}; combined output is slightly less than double, at {{cvt|665|hp}} and {{cvt|829|lbft}}. Externally, the PDM (silver accented badging, black brake calipers) can be distinguished from the QM (yellow accented badging and yellow brake calipers).<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2023-rivian-r1t-dual-motor-performance-first-test-review/ |title=2023 Rivian R1T Dual-Motor Performance First Test: It's the Same Picture |author=Evans, Scott |author2=Walker, William (photographer) |date=July 13, 2023 |work=Motor Trend |access-date=14 July 2023}}</ref>

The first R1T DM was completed on May 25, 2023, with deliveries to commence in June.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://stories.rivian.com/dual-motor-r1t-start-of-production |title=First Customer Dual-Motor R1T rolls off the line |date=May 25, 2023 |publisher=Rivian Automotive |access-date=26 May 2023}}</ref>

{|class="wikitable" style="font-size:100%;text-align:center;"
|+R1T configurations<ref>{{cite web |url=https://stories.rivian.com/difference-between-r1-drive-systems |title=Rivian drive systems, decoded |date=December 22, 2022 |publisher=Rivian Automotive |access-date=16 August 2023}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.motortrend.com/news/rivian-r1s-electric-suv-will-get-max-pack-battery-dual-motor-awd/ |title=Rivian R1S Gets R1T's Dual-Motor, Max Pack Configuration and Nearly Matches Its Big Range |author=Banner, Justin |date=March 2, 2023 |work=Motor Trend |access-date=23 May 2023}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://rivian.com/vehicle-studio/r1t |title=Rivian R1T Vehicle Studio |publisher=Rivian Automotive |access-date=3 October 2023}}</ref><ref name=IEVs-20230408/>
! colspan=3 rowspan=4 {{diagonal split header|Battery<br/>(kW-hr)<br/>[wheel]|Motors}}
! Dual-Motor (DM) !! Performance Dual-Motor (PDM) !! Quad-Motor (QM)
|-
! colspan=3 | Output
|-
| {{cvt|533|hp}} & {{convert|610|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<ref>{{cite news |url=https://rivian.com/r1t |title=Rivian R1S Specifications |author=Rimac |access-date=12 December 2023}}</ref>
| {{cvt|665|hp}} & {{convert|829|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<ref>{{cite news |url=https://rivian.com/r1t |title=Rivian R1S Specifications |author=Rimac |access-date=12 December 2023}}</ref>
| {{cvt|835|hp}} & {{convert|908|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}<ref>{{cite news |url=https://rivian.com/r1t |title=Rivian R1S Specifications |author=Rimac |access-date=12 December 2023}}</ref>

|-
! colspan=3 | Range
|-
! rowspan=2 | Standard
| rowspan=2 | (105)
| [21"]
| {{cvt|270|mi}} || style="background:#ddd;" colspan=2 rowspan=2 | N/A
|-
| [22"]
| not yet available
|-
! rowspan=3 | Large
| rowspan=3 | (135)
| [21"]
| colspan=2 | {{cvt|350|mi}} || {{cvt|328|mi}}
|-
| [22"]
| colspan=2 | {{cvt|320|mi}} || {{cvt|303|mi}}
|-
| [20"AT]
| colspan=2 | {{cvt|300|mi}} || {{cvt|274|mi}}
|-
! rowspan=3 | Max
| rowspan=3 | (149)
| [21"]
| colspan=2 | {{cvt|410|mi}} || style="background:#ddd;" rowspan=3 | N/A
|-
| [22"]
| colspan=2 | {{cvt|380|mi}}
|-
| [20"AT]
| colspan=2 | {{cvt|355|mi}}
|-
| colspan=6 style="background:#aaa;font-size:20%" | &nbsp;
|}

====Storage batteries====
The Rivian R1T was initially offered with three different batteries sized 105 kWh ("Standard"), 135 kWh ("Large"), and 180 kWh ("Max") of energy storage.<ref name=motortrend20210910>{{cite news |last=Lin |first=Kelly |date=2021-09-10 |title=2022 Rivian R1Tk |url=https://www.motortrend.com/cars/rivian/r1t/ |access-date=2021-09-13 |work=Motor Trend |archive-date=2021-09-13 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210913204921/https://www.motortrend.com/cars/rivian/r1t/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Rivian R1T has an estimated range of {{cvt|230|mi}} with the smallest battery, {{cvt|314|mi}} for the medium battery, and over {{cvt|400|mi}} for the largest battery.<ref name=mtrend20210928/> Additional batteries can be mounted in the R1T's bed for improved range. Those backup/auxiliary batteries can be charged by another R1T, if no charging infrastructure is available.<ref name=motorauthority20210917>{{cite news |title=Rivians will be able to charge each other, auxiliary battery packs confirmed |url=https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1123515_rivians-will-be-able-to-charge-each-other-auxiliary-battery-packs-confirmed |date=17 September 2021 |access-date=2021-09-17 |work=Motor Authority |archive-date=2021-09-17 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210917021451/https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1123515_rivians-will-be-able-to-charge-each-other-auxiliary-battery-packs-confirmed |url-status=live }}</ref>

The "Large" battery pack consists of 7,776 cells ([[Engineering:2170 battery|2170 type]]<ref name=insideevs20210928/><!-- @17:10 in the video; is not mentioned in the article text -->) in a nine-module assembly for the 135 kWh battery pack.<ref name=mtrend20210928/> The Li-ion<ref name=ars20210928/> cells are manufactured by [[Company:Samsung|Samsung]]; battery pack is assembled by Rivian in Normal, Illinois.<ref name=electrek20210928/> A flashlight is available on the driver-side door containing a Li-ion cell identical to the cells used in the main battery, bringing the total cell count in the vehicle to 7,777.<ref name=tdrive2021>{{cite news |last=Gilboy |first=James |title=2022 Rivian R1T First Drive Review: The Electric Pickup Revolution Is Real, and It's Here |url=https://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/42512/2022-rivian-r1t-first-drive-review-the-electric-pickup-revolution-is-real-and-its-here |date=28 September 2021 |access-date=1 October 2021 |work=The Drive |archive-date=30 September 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210930173842/https://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/42512/2022-rivian-r1t-first-drive-review-the-electric-pickup-revolution-is-real-and-its-here |url-status=live }}</ref>

The "Standard" battery pack will use {{chem|Li|Fe|P|O|4|link=Lithium iron phosphate}} chemistry, which eliminates the use of nickel and cobalt, reducing costs.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.cnbc.com/2022/03/10/rivian-changing-battery-cells-to-lfp-following-tesla-and-high-nickel.html |title=Rivian will follow Tesla and change the type of battery cells it uses in standard packs |author=Kolodny, Lora |date=March 10, 2022 |work=CNBC |access-date=26 May 2023}}</ref> R1T vehicles with "Standard" batteries are expected to ship in 2023.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.thedrive.com/news/rivian-battery-switch-could-increase-production-but-lower-range |title=Rivian Battery Switch Could Increase Production but Lower Range |author=Holderith, Peter |date=April 6, 2023 |work=The Drive |access-date=26 May 2023}}</ref>

====Efficiency and range====
The U.S. EPA rates the 2022 model year R1T QM at {{cvt|70|mpge}} for the combined city/highway driving cycle, tying it with the [[Engineering:Ford F-150 Lightning|Ford F-150 Lightning]] as the most efficient "Standard Pickup Truck" sold for that model year. City economy is slightly better at {{cvt|74|mpge}} than the rated highway economy of {{cvt|66|mpge}}.<ref>{{Fuel Economy Guide |year=2022 |page=9;25}}</ref> According to ''Car and Driver'' magazine, the real world range with the "Large" 129 kWh battery ranges from {{convert|220|to|280|miles|km|round=5|abbr=out}} highway driving, depending on tire choice.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-03-03 |title=2022 Rivian R1T Review, Pricing, and Specs |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/rivian/r1t |access-date=2022-06-16 |website=Car and Driver |language=en-us}}</ref> Wheel size also affects estimated range.<ref name=IEVs-20230408>{{cite news |url=https://insideevs.com/news/661401/rivian-r1t-performance-dual-motor-max-pack-range/ |title=Rivian Adds R1T Performance Dual-Motor Option, Details Max Pack Battery Ranges |author=Dnistran, Iulian |date=April 8, 2023 |work=Inside EVs |access-date=26 May 2023}}</ref>

Regenerative braking is possible at up to 0.21 [[Physics:G-force|g]], which charges the battery with energy dissipated during braking.<ref name=electrek20210928/> The R1T can charge at up to 225&nbsp;kW and supports [[ISO 15118|Plug&Charge]].<ref name=electrek20210928>{{cite news |title=Rivian R1T first drive: Easily the best pickup I've ever driven, both off road and on |last=Weintraub |first=Seth |work=Electrek |date=28 September 2021 |url=https://electrek.co/2021/09/28/rivian-r1t-first-drive-easily-the-best-pickup-ive-ever-driven-both-off-road-and-on/ |access-date=29 September 2021 |archive-date=28 September 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210928211143/https://electrek.co/2021/09/28/rivian-r1t-first-drive-easily-the-best-pickup-ive-ever-driven-both-off-road-and-on/ |url-status=live }}</ref>

===Chassis===
The chassis includes braking, suspension, and cooling systems with a battery in the center.<ref name=WGLT_C>{{cite web|url=https://www.wglt.org/post/rivian-reveals-Skateboard-chassis-michigan-conference|title=Rivian Reveals 'Skateboard' Chassis At Michigan Conference|first=Ryan|last=Denham|website= WGLT.org|access-date=18 April 2019| archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20190418053225/https://www.wglt.org/post/rivian-reveals-Skateboard-chassis-michigan-conference|archive-date=18 April 2019|url-status=live}}</ref>
Rivian's relatively flat, low center of gravity chassis is a typical electric vehicle [[Engineering:Skateboard (automotive platform)|skateboard]],<ref>[https://pantagraph.com/business/inside-rivians-test-drive-operation-in-normal/collection_b01efe1d-4372-54b6-a06e-6eb6637b473b.html#15 photographs of skateboard chassis and assembled battery pack]</ref> which enables straightforward modification by the manufacturer for other body types.<ref name=bloomberg20191223>{{cite news |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-12-23/electric-truck-maker-rivian-raises-1-3-billion-led-by-t-rowe |title=Electric-Truck Maker Rivian Raises $1.3 Billion in New Funding |work={{wipe|Bloomberg News}} |date=23 December 2019 |access-date=24 December 2019 |archive-date=24 December 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191224142815/https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-12-23/electric-truck-maker-rivian-raises-1-3-billion-led-by-t-rowe |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name=WGLT_C /> The suspension uses a "sophisticated suspension architecture" with dynamic roll control.<ref name=insideevs20210928/> The [[Engineering:Air suspension|air suspension]] allows adjustment of the ride height through a range of {{cvt|6.5|in|mm}}, giving the R1T a variable ground clearance of {{cvt|7.9–14.4|in|mm}}. Adaptive dampers are used for all four wheels; the front uses unequal-length [[Engineering:Double wishbone suspension|double-wishbone suspension]] while the rear uses a [[Engineering:Multi-link suspension|multi-link suspension]].

The front-to-rear weight distribution is 51/49.<ref name=mtrend20210928/> Overall, the vehicle is {{cvt|217.1|in|m}} long, {{cvt|81.8|in|m}} wide (with mirrors folded), and {{cvt|72.1–78.3|in|m}} tall.<ref name=ars20210928>{{cite news |title=To the mountain and back: Rivian's electric truck and its 314-mile range |last=Gitlin |first=Jonathan |work=[[Ars Technica]] |date=28 September 2021 |url=https://arstechnica.com/cars/2021/09/rivians-67-500-314-mile-electric-adventure-truck-put-to-the-test/ |access-date=30 September 2021 |archive-date=29 September 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210929130825/https://arstechnica.com/cars/2021/09/rivians-67-500-314-mile-electric-adventure-truck-put-to-the-test/ |url-status=live }}</ref> The [[Engineering:Gross vehicle weight rating|gross vehicle weight rating]] is {{cvt|8532|lb|kg}} when carrying its maximum load of {{cvt|1700|lb|kg}} (driver + cargo + passengers).<ref name=ars20210928/> The coefficient of drag is 0.30.<ref>{{cite web |title=2022 Rivian R1T (Launch Edition (135 kWh)) Specs |url=https://www.motormatchup.com/catalog/Rivian/R1T/2022/Launch-Edition-(135-kWh) |website=Motor Matchup |access-date=18 April 2022}}</ref>

Rivian has applied for a patent on a novel tight-turning technique where differential motor torque between the turned front wheels and back wheels is applied.<ref name=gcr20210709>{{cite news |title=Rivian patents another maneuverability trick enabled by quad-motor layout |url=https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1132844_rivian-patents-another-maneuverability-trick-enabled-by-quad-motor-layout |date=9 July 2021 |access-date=2021-08-07 |work=Green Car Reports |archive-date=2021-08-07 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210807155553/https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1132844_rivian-patents-another-maneuverability-trick-enabled-by-quad-motor-layout |url-status=live }}</ref>  Previously referred to as "Tank Turn" mode, the software to support the feature was not ready and so it was not included with the initial production trucks in late 2021.<ref name=insideevs20210928/> In June 2023, Rivian announced it would not release the feature, as using it could damage roadways and surfaces.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.autonews.com/design/why-rivian-canceled-highly-touted-tank-turn-feature |title=Rivian cancels 'tank turn' feature to prevent trail abuse |author=Iliff, Laurence |date=June 1, 2023 |work=Automotive News |access-date=2 June 2023 |url-access=subscription}}</ref>

===Performance===
The R1T QM has a tested acceleration time of 3.0 seconds from 0 to {{cvt|60|mph}}.<ref name=motortrend20210910/><ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-03-18 |title=Here Are All The Electric Pickup Trucks Arriving In 2022 And Beyond |url=https://www.rategenius.com/electric-pickup-trucks-2022 |access-date=2022-06-16 |website=RateGenius |language=en-US}}</ref> Top speed is {{cvt|110|mph|km/h}}.<ref name=carbuzz20210928/>

===Interior features===
The R1T has four electrical outlets: dual 15A/120V AC outlets in the cargo bed; single 15A/120V AC outlet in the [[Engineering:Trunk (car)#Designs|frunk]] and another in the gear tunnel.<ref name=ars20210928/>

The interior [[Engineering:Display size|display size]] is {{cvt|12|in|cm}} for the driver's instrument cluster plus a {{cvt|15|in|cm}} combined display to control infotainment, navigation, climate, comfort functions in the center of dashboard.<ref name=carbuzz20210928>{{cite news |last=Lingeman |first=Jake |title=2022 Rivian R1T Truck: Review, Trims, Specs, Price, New Interior Features, Exterior Design, and Specifications |work=CarBuzz |date=28 September 2021 |url=https://carbuzz.com/cars/rivian/r1t |access-date=3 October 2021 }}</ref>

=== Storage and towing ===
<gallery mode=packed heights=150px widths=200px caption="Rivian R1T storage and interior">
File:Rivian R1T - 2nd Row 09.png|Storage space underneath the cargo bed
File:Rivian R1T - 2nd Row 02.png|The Gear Tunnel runs the full width of the vehicle behind the rear seating row, providing additional storage space
File:2022 Rivian R1T frunk.jpg|The "frunk" (front trunk)
File:Rivian founder and CEO Robert "RJ" Scaringe at the debut of the Rivian R1T pickup at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, November 27, 2018.jpg|Scaringe demonstrates the Gear Tunnel door strength
File:Rivian R1T - 2nd Row 05.png|Interior and dashboard
File:Rivian R1T - 2nd Row 01.png|Second row seating
</gallery>
The cargo bed is {{cvt|4.5|ft}} long. Its width at the narrowest point, between the wheel wells, is {{cvt|50|in|m}}.<ref name=autob20210511>{{cite news |url=https://www.autoblog.com/2021/05/11/rivian-r1t-storage-solutions |title=Rivian details R1T storage options and dives into the truck's specs |last=Palmer|first=Zac |date=11 May 2021 |access-date=2021-09-24 |archive-date=2021-06-18 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210618192008/https://www.autoblog.com/2021/05/11/rivian-r1t-storage-solutions/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Towing capacity is {{convert|11000|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}}, as tested in conditions exceeding {{cvt|100|F}} on a desert road that is specified by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) as the standard for determining a vehicle's tow rating<!-- on an uphill section of highway with elevation gain of 800 meters over a route of 18 km distance-->.<ref name=carscoops20200918>{{cite news |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2020/09/rivian-r1t-can-tow-up-to-11000-lbs-but-it-will-cut-the-range-in-half/ |title=Rivian R1T Can Tow Up To 11,000 Lbs, But It Will Cut The Range In Half |last=Cauthier |first=Michael |date=18 September 2020 |work=CarScoops |access-date=28 September 2021 |archive-date=12 December 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201212221631/https://www.carscoops.com/2020/09/rivian-r1t-can-tow-up-to-11000-lbs-but-it-will-cut-the-range-in-half/ |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-03-03 |title=2022 Rivian R1T Review, Pricing, and Specs |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/rivian/r1t/specs |access-date=2022-06-16 |website=Car and Driver |language=en-us}}</ref> The Class V tow hitch is hidden behind a removable panel.<ref name=autob20210511/>

The "frunk" — located where the engine would be in an internal-combustion-engine-powered truck — offers {{cvt|11|cuft|L|0}} of additional cargo space, and contains 12 V DC outlets, a 15A/120V AC outlet, and a drain.<ref name=ars20210928/>

Another storage compartment is the {{cvt|11.6|cuft|L|0}}<ref name=insideevs20210928/> {{cvt|65|in|m}}-long Gear Tunnel, which runs the width of the truck and can be used for storing sports equipment<ref name=autob20210511/> or a number of available accessories.<ref name=c&d20210706/>  It also has a 12 V DC outlet and a 15A/120V AC outlet.<ref name=ars20210928/>

=== Off-road driving and overlanding ===
[[File:Rivian at the Del Amo Mall in Torrance CA.jpg|thumb|right|Suspension lowered for street use]]
The vehicle has an air suspension which allows for {{convert|6.5|in|0}} of vertical travel — the ground clearance can be as low as {{convert|7.9|in|0}} or as high as {{convert|14.4|in|0}}.<ref name=carbuzz20210928/> Depending on the wheel configuration, the maximum ground clearance can be even higher, at {{convert|14.9|in|0}}.<ref name=carbuzz20210928/> Maximum wading depth in water is {{convert|43.1|in|0}}.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-23|title=Rivian|url=https://rivian.com/support/article/what-is-the-water-fording-height|access-date=2021-12-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211223022126/https://rivian.com/support/article/what-is-the-water-fording-height|archive-date=23 December 2021}}</ref> Approach, departure, breakover angles are 35.5, 30 and 26.4 degrees respectively.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-23|title=R1T - Rivian|url=https://rivian.com/r1t|access-date=2021-12-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211223023925/https://rivian.com/r1t|archive-date=23 December 2021}}</ref> Custom made Pirelli 275/65 R20 [[Engineering:Off-road tire#All-terrain|all-terrain]] tires are available as an option.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-09-28|title=Rivian Wheel and Tire Options Revealed - Rivian Stories|url=https://rivianstories.com/rivian-wheel-and-tire-options-revealed/|access-date=2021-12-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210928204614/https://rivianstories.com/rivian-wheel-and-tire-options-revealed/|archive-date=28 September 2021}}</ref>

Custom drive modes—which adjust the suspension, ride-height, throttle and steering—include "All-Purpose, Sport, Conserve, Tow and Off-Road", plus sub modes for off-road that include "Rock Crawl, Soft Sand and Rally."<ref name=carbuzz20210928/><ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-06-03 |title=Rivian Really Wants Owners To Drive In The Sand |url=https://carbuzz.com/news/rivian-really-wants-owners-to-drive-in-the-sand |access-date=2022-06-30 |website=CarBuzz |language=en-us}}</ref>

Rivian is offering vehicle options for off roading: a reinforced underbody shield with tow hooks,<ref name=carbuzz20210928/> a "camp kitchen"—two induction cooking elements (1440W each, Dometic CI20), a sink, plus 30 pieces of outdoor cooking/dining equipment—that collapses into the R1T gear tunnel,<ref name=c&d20210706>{{cite news |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a36920073/rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-camp-kitchen-specs/ |title=Rivian Cooks Up a Built-In Camp Kitchen for Its R1T Electric Pickup |last=Blanco |first=Sebastian |date=6 July 2021 |work=Car and Driver |access-date=18 August 2021 |archive-date=16 July 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210716180154/https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a36920073/rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-camp-kitchen-specs/ |url-status=live }}</ref> as well as a roof-top tent for three.<ref name=carbuzz20210928/> A winch is available as an option and can be controlled via Rivian's [[Software:IOS|iOS]] app.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Amariei |first=Florin |date=2022-04-07 |title=Latest Rivian App Update Confirms the Winch, It's an Optional Extra |url=https://www.autoevolution.com/news/latest-rivian-app-update-confirms-the-winch-it-s-an-optional-extra-185910.html |access-date=2022-06-30 |website=autoevolution |language=en}}</ref>

=== Hands-free driving ===
It is equipped with 11 cameras, 12 ultrasonic sensors, and 5 radar sensors which will be used in Rivian's suite of advanced driver assistance systems.<ref name=mtrend20210928/>

R1T has safety and driver assistance package called the Driver+. On selected highways the truck is capable of self-steering and controlling speed following the instructions of the driver similar to [[Engineering:Tesla Autopilot|Tesla's AutoPilot]]. During hands-free driving the driver has to keep their eyes on road and Rivian R1T has cameras inside the cabin to monitor the driver's activity.<ref>{{Cite web |title=R1T - Rivian |url=https://rivian.com/r1t |access-date=2022-06-16 |website=rivian.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Gastelu |first=Gary |date=2021-10-06 |title=Elon Musk laughs at Rivian's 'autonomous' driving feature |url=https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/elon-musk-laughs-rivians-autonomous-driving-feature |access-date=2022-06-16 |website=FOXBusiness |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Rivian is making its hands-free driver assistance system standard in 'every vehicle' it builds |url=https://social.techcrunch.com/2020/11/11/rivian-is-making-its-hands-free-driver-assistance-system-standard-in-every-vehicle-it-builds/ |access-date=2022-06-16 |website=TechCrunch |language=en-US}}</ref> The hands-free feature works well in straight roads but needs driver's input when taking corners.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-12-15 |title=Rivian Driver+ Vs Ford BlueCruise Vs Tesla AutoPilot - Car, Truck And Vehicle How To Guides - Vehicle Freak |url=https://vehiclefreak.com/rivian-driver-vs-ford-bluecruise-vs-tesla-autopilot/ |access-date=2022-06-16 |language=en-US}}</ref>

==Awards==
The Rivian R1T was awarded the 2022 Truck of the Year by ''Motor Trend''.<ref name=mt20211213>{{cite magazine |url=https://www.motortrend.com/news/rivian-r1t-2022-truck-of-the-year/ |title=The Rivian R1T Is the 2022 MotorTrend Truck of the Year |first=Scott|last=Evans |magazine=Motor Trend |date=13 December 2021 |access-date=13 December 2021}}</ref>

==See also==
* [[Engineering:Rivian R1S|Rivian R1S]], an electric SUV sharing most of its components with the R1T

==Notes==
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==References==
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