Segway’s first off-road scooter rolls over rough terrain on 11-inch wheels

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The ZT3 Pro has a range of over 43 miles and a top speed of almost 25mph.

By Andrew Liszewski, a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2011, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid.

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The Segway-Ninebot ZT3 Pro all-terrain electric scooter kicking up sand while being ridden in a desert setting.

The Segway-Ninebot ZT3 Pro has six inches of ground clearance thanks to 11-inch tubeless tires.
Image: Segway-Ninebot

The new Segway-Ninebot ZT3 Pro is the company’s first electric scooter that’s designed to handle terrain considerably rougher than the average urban commute.

Weighing a hefty 65.5lbs, the ZT3 Pro pairs 11-inch tubeless tires with a fork suspension on the front, a coil suspension swing arm on the back, and six inches of ground clearance beneath its deck. That setup should not only provide a smoother ride when going off road but also help reduce the risk of the ZT3 Pro bottoming out when traversing uneven terrain.

Powered by a 1,600-watt electric motor, the US version of the ZT3 Pro will have a top speed of 24.9mph and a maximum range of 18.6 miles in its full-power sport mode. Switching to a much slower eco mode will boost the scooter’s range to almost 44 miles, but the ZT3 Pro seems more appealing for quick bursts of high-speed fun. You’ll just want to make sure you’re wearing more safety gear than a bicycle helmet if you do plan to hit the trails at its top speed.

A close-up of the Segway Ninebot ZT3 Pro’s large wheels and six inches of ground clearance.

A close-up of the Segway Ninebot ZT3 Pro’s large wheels and six inches of ground clearance.
Front fork suspension and a swingarm for the rear tire will help the ZT3 Pro absorb bumps from obstacles and uneven terrain.
Image: Segway-Ninebot

Given the ZT3 Pro will be potentially driven over sand, dirt, gravel, and even wet surfaces, Segway includes a traction control system that works alongside the company’s “Segride stability enhancement system” to reduce wheel slip and handlebar shake. You won’t want to ride the ZT3 Pro through very deep puddles, as its body and internal components only come with water-resistant IP ratings, but riding it in the rain shouldn’t be an issue thanks to front and rear disc brakes that will bring the scooter to a stop even in wet conditions.

A close-up of the Segway Ninebot ZT3 Pro’s handlebars and three-inch LCD display.

A close-up of the Segway Ninebot ZT3 Pro’s handlebars and three-inch LCD display.
A basic LCD display gives the rider details on their speed and the scooter’s remaining battery charge.
Image: Segway-Ninebot

A simple three-inch LCD screen serves as the rider’s dashboard, with information on speed and the battery’s remaining charge, while a headlight, turn signals, and brake light allow the ZT3 Pro to be used even after the sun has gone down. Security features include a Bluetooth-based system that will only allow the scooter to be ridden while in the proximity of a paired smartphone running the Segway-Ninebot app, plus support for Apple’s Find My network, allowing the ZT3 Pro to be tracked should it go missing.

Segway plans to make the ZT3 Pro scooter available for preorder starting on September 26th, with shipping expected as early as late October. Pricing details haven’t yet been revealed.

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