Quick Answer: The JackRabbit MG Cargo is the lightest cargo electric bike available - weighing just 55 lbs while carrying up to 500 lbs of balanced payload. It folds to 8 inches wide, requires zero tools to assemble, and is compatible with child seats and cargo accessories. At $2,499.99, it delivers the highest payload-to-weight ratio of any cargo electric bike on the market.

Cargo bikes have a weight problem. The average electric cargo bike weighs 80–100 lbs - and some top 120 lbs - making them difficult to lift, awkward to maneuver, and nearly impossible to store in a normal home. JackRabbit just fixed it.

Today, JackRabbit announced the launch of the MG Cargo, an ultra-lightweight electric cargo bike engineered to deliver serious hauling capability without the bulk, storage headaches, and handling compromises of traditional cargo eBikes.

"We kept hearing the same thing: cargo bikes are useful, but they're huge, heavy, and a pain to deal with. So we built one the JackRabbit way - lightweight, modular, portable, and genuinely fun to ride." — Jason Kenagy, CEO, JackRabbit Mobility

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What Makes the MG Cargo the Lightest Cargo Electric Bike?

Most cargo bikes prioritize capacity at the expense of everything else. The MG Cargo was engineered with a different constraint: the bike itself cannot become the problem.

At 55 lbs, the MG Cargo weighs nearly half as much as most cargo eBikes. That's light enough to lift onto a bike rack, carry up a flight of stairs, or load into an SUV without a second person. Its heat-treated 6061 aluminum frame is cargo-tuned from the ground up - and designed to take on whatever your day demands. The mullet wheel setup (24" front / 20" rear) rides with unmatched stability, and dual swappable RangeBuster Batteries provide 48+ miles of range.

MG Cargo vs. Typical Cargo Electric Bikes

	JackRabbit MG Cargo	Typical Cargo eBike
Bike Weight	Lightweight 55 lbs	85–100 lbs
Max Total Payload	500 lbs	300–400 lbs
Payload-to-Weight Ratio	~10:1	~4:1
Foldable	Yes - 8" wide	No
Assembly Required	~5 min, no tools	30–90 min
Modularity	Strong	Moderate
Starting Price	$2,499.99	$1,800–$4,000

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Utility Without the Giant Bike Headache

The MG Cargo's foldable folding-flat frame collapses to just 8 inches wide in seconds - narrow enough for a closet, car trunk, camper, RV, or boat storage. The handlebars and front wheel remove quickly without tools for even more compact transport. Total setup time is about 5 minutes.

Whether it's school pickup, grocery runs, campground hauling, or weekend adventures, the MG Cargo fits into real homes and real routines and even the most packed garages.

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500 lb Payload: What Can You Actually Carry?

The MG Cargo supports up to 500 lbs of total balanced payload - up to 375 lbs rider weight and up to 250 lbs on the rear rack. That covers:

• A fully loaded week of groceries
• A child passenger with the JackRabbit Copilot Kit or Thule Yepp 2 Maxi child seat (both sold separately)
• Camping and overlanding gear
• Duffels, backpacks, and sports equipment
• Work tools, supplies, and deliveries
• Burley trailer towing via the built-in hitch

Ten or more attachment points let you configure the bike with JackRabbit accessories or third-party gear mounts - making it modular rather than locked into one use case.

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Range, Speed & Power

The MG Cargo runs a 749W cargo-geared motor tuned for smooth acceleration under load. Four speed control modes cover every scenario:

• Eco: 7 mph - neighborhood riding and tight spaces
• Mid: 15 mph - everyday commuting and errands
• High: 20 mph - open roads and bike paths
• Off-Road (unlockable): 24 mph -  private property

Dual swappable RangeBuster Batteries deliver 48+ miles of range. Because the batteries are hot-swappable, riders can carry a spare and extend range on the go without stopping to charge. Braking is handled by front and rear 2-piston hydraulic disc brakes - essential for confident stopping under a full 500 lb load.

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Built to Last: Design & Construction

The MG Cargo was engineered in San Diego by the team that invented the Micro eBike and Micro Hauler™ categories. The philosophy: durable, proven, serviceable parts - not gimmicks or proprietary components that become unavailable in a few years.

Integrated lights and fenders are standard. A stable center stand makes loading straightforward even with heavy cargo. The wide rider fit range - 4'9" to 6'8" - accommodates most adults. JackRabbit backs the MG Cargo with a U.S.-based support team and a network of 200+ dealers nationwide.

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MG Cargo Full Specifications

Spec	Detail
Weight	55 lbs
Total Payload	500 lbs of balanced weight (up to 375 lb rider + 250 lb rear rack)
Motor	749W cargo-geared motor
Range	48+ miles (dual swappable RangeBuster Batteries)
Speed Control Modes	Eco (7 mph), Mid (15 mph), High (20 mph), Off-Road (24 mph, unlockable)
Folded Width	8 inches
Assembly Time	~5 minutes, no tools required
Frame	Heat-treated 6061 aluminum, cargo-tuned
Wheels	Mullet setup — 24" front / 20" rear
Brakes	Front + rear 2-piston hydraulic disc brakes
Attachment Points	10+
Rider Height Range	4'9" to 6'8"
Child Seat Compatible	Yes — Thule Yepp 2 Maxi & JackRabbit Copilot Kit (sold separately)
Trailer Compatible	Yes — built-in Burley trailer hitch
Lights & Fenders	Integrated
Colors	White, Black
MSRP	$2,499.99
Availability	April 29, 2026 — www.jackrabbit.bike and 200+ dealers

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the lightest cargo electric bike available?

The JackRabbit MG Cargo is the lightest cargo electric bike available with the highest payload-to-weight capacity, weighing just 55 lbs. Most cargo eBikes weigh between 80 and 120 lbs. The MG Cargo also holds the highest payload-to-weight ratio of any cargo eBike — carrying up to 500 lbs, or nearly 10x its own weight.

How much weight can the JackRabbit MG Cargo carry?

The MG Cargo supports up to 500 lbs of total balanced payload — including up to 375 lbs rider weight and up to 250 lbs of cargo on the rear rack. It's compatible with the JackRabbit Copilot Kit and Thule Yepp 2 Maxi child seat for passenger transport (sold separately).

Does the MG Cargo fold? How small does it get?

Yes. The MG Cargo is foldable and folds flat to just 8 inches wide — narrow enough to fit in a closet, car trunk, camper, or boat storage. The handlebars and front wheel remove quickly without tools for even more compact transport.

How far can the MG Cargo go on a single charge?

The MG Cargo delivers 48+ miles of range using dual swappable RangeBuster Batteries. Because the batteries are hot-swappable, riders can carry a spare and extend range without stopping to charge.

Is the MG Cargo good for carrying kids?

Yes. The MG Cargo is compatible with the JackRabbit Copilot Kit for MG Cargo and the Thule Yepp 2 Maxi child seat, both sold separately. The ultra-wide bamboo-topped rear rack provides a stable platform for child seat mounting.

How does the MG Cargo compare to other cargo electric bikes?

The MG Cargo is lighter than any comparable cargo electric bike with a similar payload — 55 lbs vs. the typical 85–120 lbs — while matching or exceeding competitors on payload capacity (500 lbs total). It folds to 8 inches wide, which no traditional cargo eBike does, and requires only 5 minutes of assembly with no tools. Starting at $2,499.99, it's competitively priced against bikes with significantly lower payload-to-weight ratios.

Where can I buy the JackRabbit MG Cargo?

The MG Cargo is available at jackrabbit.bike and through JackRabbit's network of 200+ dealers nationwide, in white and black at an MSRP of $2,499.99.

Is the MG Cargo hard to assemble?

No. The MG Cargo takes approximately 5 minutes to set up — pop in the handlebars and front wheel and it's ready to ride. No tools, no software setup required.

What accessories are compatible with the MG Cargo?

The MG Cargo features 10+ attachment points and is compatible with JackRabbit accessories including the Copilot Kit, Side Rack Kit, and ModRabbit system, as well as third-party accessories. It also includes a built-in hitch compatible with Burley trailers.

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