LANKELEISI Wombat-1 Long-Range Electric Cargo Bike 1000W – Review and Comparison

The LANKELEISI Wombat-1 is a long-range electric cargo bike designed to carry substantial loads over long distances in urban environments. With its brushless 250W/1000W motor, Samsung 48V 20Ah battery and torque sensor, it appeals to demanding cyclists looking for a powerful, reliable and well-equipped utility bike for daily deliveries or heavy commutes.

Who is this bike for?

This model is particularly suited to:

• Urban deliveries and goods transport (payload up to 200 kg)
• Cyclists seeking exceptional range (up to 150 km in PAS1)
• People between 160 and 190 cm tall
• Users looking for a robust cargo bike with a branded battery (Samsung)
• Riders who appreciate premium equipment: hydraulic brakes, torque sensor, Shimano 7-speed

Performance and range

The LANKELEISI Wombat-1 features a brushless 1000W motor delivering maximum torque of 75 Nm, capable of climbing steep gradients and carrying heavy loads effortlessly. Its torque sensor ensures proportional and natural assistance matched to the rider's effort.

• Claimed range: up to 150 km (PAS1 – Eco mode)
• Pure electric mode range: 60 to 70 km
• Maximum limited speed: 25 km/h (preset) / up to 46 km/h after derestriction (private use only)

Range varies according to:

• Selected assist mode (PAS1 to PAS5)
• Load carried and rider weight
• Terrain and weather conditions

Manufacturer testing was conducted with a 60 kg rider on flat terrain at 27°C; real-world loaded results will differ.

Strengths

✔ Powerful 1000W motor with 75 Nm torque, purpose-built for cargo
✔ Samsung 48V 20Ah battery (960 Wh) for very long range
✔ Torque sensor for natural and proportional assistance
✔ Maximum load of 200 kg (rear rack up to 90 kg)
✔ 180 mm hydraulic brakes for powerful loaded braking
✔ Smooth and precise Shimano 7-speed transmission
✔ Front basket included (max load 20 kg)
✔ Wide 20x3.0 inch tyres for enhanced grip and comfort
✔ Lockable front suspension fork (100 mm travel)
✔ Integrated 48V LED headlight and tail light

Weaknesses

❌ Weight of 37 kg, substantial for a cargo bike
❌ Ambiguous road approval (see note below)
❌ 1000W motor power not approved for European public roads
❌ Single size: suitable for riders between 160 and 190 cm only
❌ High price (€1,999)

Comparison and positioning

The LANKELEISI Wombat-1 sits in the premium urban electric cargo segment at €1,999. It stands out with exceptional range (up to 150 km), a quality Samsung battery and 200 kg load capacity, placing it above most electric cargo bikes on the market in this price bracket.

Compared to mid-range cargo bikes, the Wombat-1 offers higher motor torque (75 Nm), a recognised brand battery and a torque sensor, at the cost of larger dimensions and greater weight (37 kg).

⚠ Approval note: The product sheet indicates 250W/1000W power and a 25 km/h preset limit, but also a 46 km/h speed after derestriction. Lankeleisi does not offer an explicit choice of a road-approved version at purchase. Displaying a 250W mode with 25 km/h limiting alone does not guarantee compliance with EU EPAC directive requirements (EN 15194). This point is a significant consideration for any buyer wishing to ride legally on public roads in Europe.

This bike is right for you if:

✔ you regularly carry heavy loads in town
✔ you seek very long range (up to 150 km)
✔ you need a robust cargo bike with a branded battery
✔ you appreciate a torque sensor and hydraulic brakes
✔ you are between 160 and 190 cm tall

This bike is NOT right for you if:

❌ you need clearly established EU road approval
❌ you want a lightweight bike that is easy to transport or store
❌ your budget is below €2,000
❌ you are shorter than 160 cm
❌ you ride mainly in the mountains with heavy loads