Freightliner starts production of 122SD

Freightliner starts production of 122SD

Full production of Freightliner Trucks 122SD model for vocational applications has begun. The model is designed for heavy/oversize hauling, logging, oil/gas field service, crane, dump, towing/recovery and vocational on-highway applications.

Full production of Freightliner Trucks 122SD model for vocational applications has begun. The severe-duty 122SD has a GVWR of up to 92,000 lbs and a GCWR up to 160,000 lbs. The model is designed for heavy/oversize hauling, logging, oil/gas field service, crane, dump, towing/recovery and vocational on-highway applications.

The 122SD is available with Detroit DD15 TC and Detroit DD13 engines and with Detroit DD16 and Cummins ISX15 engines up to 600 HP and 2,050 lb/ft of torque. Models equipped with Detroit engines include Detroit Virtual Technician to help track maintenance notifications and schedule service remotely.

Transmission options on the 122SD include Allison automatic, Eaton manual and Eaton UltraShift PLUS automated with Eaton Cobra shifter models. Exterior options include heavy-duty West Coast mirrors, LED headlights, one-piece skid plate, lower radiator rock guard, and custom chrome accents.

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