Peterbilt now offering PACCAR 20k, 22k standard track axles
Peterbilt announced the availability of the standard track configuration of the PACCAR 20k and 22k Steer Axle in Peterbilt trucks beginning this May. PACCAR’s heavy-duty steer axles are available on Models 567, 520, 389, 367, 365 and 348 and are available with either disc or drum brakes and allows for a turning radius of up
Kenworth T680 now available with PACCAR MX-11 engine, PACCAR transmission
The Kenworth T680 is now available for order with the combination of the PACCAR MX-11 engine and the new PACCAR Automated Transmission, which is designed for linehaul and regional haul applications up to 110,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight. The PACCAR MX-11 engine offers up to 430 HP and 1,650 lb./ft. of torque, and is 400
How the latest axle technology integrates into powertrains
If the engine is the heart of your powertrain and the transmission is the shifting brains behind the operation, then the axle is the muscle, propelling your truck down the highway. While the engine and transmission get much of the spotlight, the axle plays a key role in increasing efficiency—in both proprietary powertrains and those
Dealing with aftertreatment issues
If you’ve been paying attention to the most recent engine announcements, you’ll notice that the engine companies have spent a good deal of time highlighting the features of the aftertreatment system (ATS). That’s no accident—the ATS is extremely important, and the systems have advanced significantly in recent years. Before we dive into the details, here’s
How engines aim to minimize DPF downtime
Of course, the DPF and aftertreatment system (as detailed in our in-depth feature story here) aren’t the only reasons for downtime when it comes to engines. We spoke to the engine manufacturers about other ways in which their newest engines help fleets avoid downtime. According to Darryl Oster, assistant chief engineer with Peterbilt, maximizing reliability
PACCAR introduces automated transmission, offers complete proprietary powertrain
PACCAR introduced the new PACCAR automated transmission designed to complement PACCAR MX engines and PACCAR axles. The PACCAR automated transmission is designed for line-haul applications up to 110,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight. It is available for engine ratings up to 510 HP and 1,850 lb.-ft. of torque and features tightly integrated electronic communications with the PACCAR
PACCAR Parts announces the incoming 2017 Peterbilt Parts Council
PACCAR Parts’ executive team welcomed the incoming 2017 Peterbilt Parts Council and recognized the outgoing members for their service in a joint meeting held at PACCAR Parts. “Noted parts directors and managers from Peterbilt dealerships in the United States and Canada serve on the council,” said Danny Landholm, national sales manager for Peterbilt PACCAR
Inside axle ratios: Detailing the range of downspeeding options
Any on-highway truck you spec today will likely employ downspeeding to some degree. The sources within this story all agree that the majority of trucks today are putting faster ratios on the road. It’s a trend being driven by increased powertrain innovation and integration, with automated manual and automatic transmissions playing a key role in
Dana receives Supplier Quality Award from PACCAR
Dana Inc. announced that it has been recognized with the 10 parts per million (PPM) Quality Award by PACCAR Inc. Dana’s manufacturing facilities in Lima, Ohio; Sterling, Illinois; Danville, Kentucky; Wellingborough, U.K.; and Sorocaba, Brazil, were honored for their commitment to excellent quality and warranty performance in providing PACCAR with products that achieved 10
Peterbilt adds PACCAR steer axles to vocational lineup
Peterbilt adds the new PACCAR 20,000- and 22,000-lb. wide track steer axles to its vocational lineup. The PACCAR steer axle is available with standard front air disc brakes or optional drum brakes as well as suspensions and several wheel end options. Both axle ratings will be available in the Models 567, 520, 389, 367, 365,
Link Manufacturing recognized by PACCAR as a top performing supplier
Link Manufacturing has announced that it has been recognized as a Leader in the 2016 Supplier Performance Management (SPM) program by PACCAR. Each year, PACCAR recognizes the top performing suppliers in its SPM program. The SPM program evaluates a supplier’s performance in the areas of product development, operations support and business alignment. Through the SPM
How integrated powertrains bring out the best in trucks
With more integrated powertrain choices than ever, Fleet Equipment dived into the offerings to give you the lowdown on what’s out there, what’s new for 2017, and how it all works together. How it works Let’s get right into the specifics of integrated powertrains—how do engines “talk” to transmissions that are part of the integrated
