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Catrike 5.5.9 eCAT vs HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec5.5.9 eCAT vs Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec

Both checked Sep 2026 against manufacturer pages
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CatrikeCatrike
5.5.9 eCAT
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HP VelotechnikHP Velotechnik
Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec
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Key differences

What actually differs

Both fold.
Weight
Catrike is 26 lb lighter
Catrike
56.5 lb
HP Velotechnik
82 lb
Folded size
HP Velotechnik folds smaller
Catrike
25.5 cu ft
HP Velotechnik
22.3 cu ft
46 × 32.5 × 29.5″ vs 48.4 × 32.7 × 24.4″
Rider limit
Only Catrike publishes one
Catrike
275 lb
HP Velotechnik
Not published
We can't confirm HP Velotechnik's rider limit.
Battery
HP Velotechnik has 57% more
Catrike
400 Wh
HP Velotechnik
627 Wh
Top speed
HP Velotechnik is 8 mph faster
Catrike
20 mph
HP Velotechnik
28 mph
Both are Class 2 speeds.
Verdict

Which one for you

  • Easiest to lift or carry
    Catrike 5.5.9 eCAT
    26 lb lighter overall.
  • Smallest storage space
    HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec
    Folds about 3.2 cu ft smaller.
  • Heavier riders
    Catrike 5.5.9 eCAT
    The only one with a published rider limit (275 lb).
  • Longest rides
    HP Velotechnik Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec
    Larger battery. Both range claims are the brand's, not tested.
Full specs

Side by side

SpecCatrike 5.5.9 eCATHP Velotechnik Scorpion fs 26 S-Pedelec
Fit
Rider height
X-seam 39-46 in (99-117 cm)
5′4″–6′7″
Seat height
11 in (279 mm)
BodyLink seat 29 cm (12 in); ErgoMesh seat 32 cm (13 in)
Rider limit
275 lbBetter
Not published by brand
Total load
Not published by brand
309 lb
Seats
1 rider
Not published by brand
Motor
Rated power
—
500W
Peak power
Not published by brand
1,000W
Torque
50 Nm
Not published by brand
Battery
Capacity
400 Wh
627 WhBetter
Range and speed
Claimed range
up to 62 miles (maximum)
Up to 120 km (75 miles) with the optional second batteryBetter
Top speed
20 mph
28 mph
E-bike class
Class 1
Class 3
Size and folding
Folds
Yes
Yes
Folded size
46 × 32.5 × 29.5″
48.4 × 32.7 × 24.4″Better
Weight
56.5 lbBetter
82 lb
Wheels
Front: 406 (ISO bead seat); Rear: 559 (ISO)
20 in (ISO 406) front / 26 in (ISO 559) rear
Brakes and drivetrain
Brakes
Avid BB7 Disc Brakes
Coupled hydraulic disc brakes
Parking brake
Yes
Yes
Gears
1 x 11 drivetrain (11-42 cassette / 44 tooth chainring); SRAM Apex 11 Speed rear…
SRAM 30-speed (SRAM GX rear derailleur, 3-ring chainset); optional Pinion C1.12
Comfort and safety
Suspension
Front 0.5 in (12.7 mm) / rear 2 in (50 mm) suspension travel
Full suspension: front 6 cm (2.4 in) / rear 8 cm (3.1 in); DNM DV-22 rear shock standard
Certifications
UL 2849
EU type approval as moped L2e-P
List price
Price
$7,450Better
$13,590

"Better" marks the stronger figure where one clearly exists. Range and battery claims are the brand's own. "~" means we calculated it. "—" means we haven't checked it yet. Sources and any conflicting figures are on each model page.