HikoTerra has unveiled the H4 Hybrid Power System, marking a new era in marine and mobile power technology. Designed to offer unprecedented efficiency, the H4 system is positioned to revolutionise power supply with its flexibility and ease of installation.
This development is backed by a seasoned team of founders and investors, suggesting a promising expansion phase for the company, as it enters the market with this pioneering system.
Features of the H4 hybrid power system
Focusing on a battery-first approach, the H4 Hybrid Power System integrates seamlessly into marine settings, providing a user-friendly experience akin to household systems. Unlike traditional generator-centered setups, the H4 is compact and easier to maintain, setting a benchmark in onboard energy storage and supply.
This innovation is a response to the growing complexity of onboard systems, which CEO Mark Harnett highlights: “Onboard systems are becoming increasingly more complex, putting greater demand on owners and operators to become intimately familiar with the design, operation and maintenance of their electronics and living systems, as well as the power systems that supply them.”
Simplified installation and usage
The H4 simplifies onboard energy management by reducing the need for generator reliance
The H4 simplifies onboard energy management by reducing the need for generator reliance, thereby promoting cleaner and quieter operation.
As Harnett explains, “The H4 is simple, modular and efficient, reduces reliance on generators and supports cleaner, quieter operation. With the H4 Hybrid Power System, users simply turn it on and use it, rather than managing their power supply equipment. In addition to the user benefits, the H4 Hybrid Power System saves the installer or builder time, space, and reduces complexity across the entire installation workflow. Overall install time can be cut by up to 50%.”
Advanced component features
The H4 comprises four advanced components: a bi-directional inverter, LiFePO4 battery modules, a smart battery charger, and a mounting rack.
The inverter boasts a 97% efficiency and allows for continuous operation at full power up to 40°C, with multiple connectivity options available. The state-of-the-art 8kWh LiFePO4 battery includes a built-in battery management system, ensuring safety and minimising downtime through smart auto-disconnect features. The 200A charger supports various voltages for shore power, equipped with a built-in isolation transformer and dual alternator inputs for charging in transit.
Modular rack design
A key feature of the H4 is its modular rack and mounting design, offering flexibility in configuration to meet specific space requirements. This design minimises the need for external fuses and heavy gauge cabling, contributing to a streamlined installation process.
The rack supports up to 16 slots, allowing for scalable power options with a maximum of 30kW inverter capacity and up to 96kW hours of storage. HikoTerra is also in the process of establishing a global distribution and service network, with the H4 system anticipated to be available by mid-2026 under a two-year warranty.
HikoTerra, innovator in mobile integrated power solutions, officially ushers in the next generation of marine power with the introduction of the H4 Hybrid Power System. HikoTerra has been quietly working on the project for some time and is now set for a phase of rapid expansion, introducing its innovative, world-class technology to the market with the support of experienced founders, investors and leaders with a history of success.
Offering an unparalleled level of efficiency, scalability, integration and ease of installation for marine and mobile power requirements, the H4 product line is designed as a battery-first system flexible enough to deliver a home-like user experience. Fully integrated, more compact and easier to maintain than traditional onboard power systems centered around a generator, the H4 sets the new standard for onboard energy storage and supply.
Power supply equipment
“Onboard systems are becoming increasingly more complex, putting greater demand on owners and operators to become intimately familiar with the design, operation and maintenance of their electronics and living systems, as well as the power systems that supply them,” said Mark Harnett, CEO, HikoTerra.
“The H4 is simple, modular and efficient,reduces reliance on generators and supports cleaner, quieter operation. With the H4 Hybrid Power System, users simply turn it on and use it, rather than managing their power supply equipment. In addition to the user benefits, the H4 Hybrid power system saves the installer or builder time, space, and reduces complexity across the entire installation workflow. Overall install time can be cut by up to 50%.”
Built-in isolation transformer
The H4 Hybrid Power System is comprised of four separate components: a high-efficiency bi-directional inverter, advanced LiFePO4 battery modules, intelligent battery charger and a mounting rack. The inverter is lightweight and offers 97% efficiency with low no-load power consumption, continuous operation at full rated power up to 40°C, features solar inputs, and offers NMEA 2000, fiber-optic and ethernet connectivity.
The latest-generation LiFePO4 8kWh battery has a built-in internal battery management system, shunt, fuses and safety disconnect switches, all making for a safer solution. It is a smart battery that will auto-disconnect from the rack in case of fault, allowing the system to operate using remaining batteries, eliminating downtime. The 200A battery charger can use multiple voltages for shore power input, has a built-in isolation transformer and dual 250A alternator inputs for charging off main engines while underway. The system can also restart completely discharged batteries from shore power or alternator, with no technician required.
Innovative rack and mounting design
At the heart of the system is the innovative rack and mounting design. The rack is modular allowing owners or boat builders to configure the physical rack layout depending on space and location requirements. The rack eliminates many of the external fuses and switches, and the internal backplane means most heavy gauge cables, lugs and bolts are not required. With a maximum capacity of 16 rack slots, 30kW inverter capacity, three charger modules and 12 batteries delivering 96kW hours of storage depending on requirements.
The establishment of a global distribution and service network is underway, the H4 will be available mid-2026 and will be covered by a 2-year warranty.
