Heavy Duty Trucking, January 2021

HDT JANUARY 2021 48 WWW TRUCKINGINFO COM New International HX The International HX Series of vocational trucks got a major overhaul adding modern technology and driver focused features Navistars new 40 modular strategy is evident in the new extreme duty steel cab based on the cab for the LT series Structural reinforcement in key locations and a triple layer of corrosion protection help it stand up to severe duty conditions while the use of high strength steel in strategic locations makes the cab comparable to aluminum cabs in weight The HX exterior pays homage to classic trucks with functional dual external air cleaners Inside the cab is roomier and doors open wider for easier entrance and exit Available for order now in both a set forward axle HX520 and a set back axle HX620 the HX comes standard with the International A26 engine delivering up to 500 hp in a lightweight package Also available is the Cummins X15 with ratings up to 605 hp and 2050 lb ft of torque Electric Transit van Fords all electric 2022 E Transit will be available with a starting price under 45000 and features a tarto Cummins technology platform for direct access to digital apps over the air product enhancements and future service integrations The new smart powertrains allow improved fuel economy and drivability Features such as On Ramp Boost apply predictive services and geographic data for better fuel economy reduced trip times and intuitive performance characteristics The Acumen brand will designate Cummins products that include their own connectivity hardware with both first fit or aftermarket solutions expected to come to market in most of its key industries Peterbilt Model 520EV Peterbilts all electric Model 520EV refuse truck is available for order available in two configurations to accommodate a variety of applications The fully integrated all electric powertrain of the Model 520EV enables the thermally controlled Lithium Iron Phosphate LFP battery packs to be configured in two different mounting schemes designed for body integration with an automated side loader or a rear front loader geted maximum payload of 3800 pounds with up to 4873 cubic feet of cargo space The E Transit is powered by a usable battery capacity of 67 kilowatt hours and will deliver an estimated range of 126 miles in the low roof cargo van variant It will be available with a choice of three roof heights and three body lengths as well as cargo cutaway and chassis cab versions Cutaway versions will feature a maximum payload up to 4290 pounds With batteries placed under the vehicle the E Transit will have the same cargo capacity as todays gas powered Transit It features both AC and DC fast charging and an optional Pro Power Onboard generator to power tools and equipment Cummins connected powertrain Cummins announced its first connectivity enabled X15 Efficiency series engine and new Endurant HD powertrain for Freightliner Trucks Cascadia buyers can now take advantage of Cummins advanced engine computing module known as Acumen which comes factory installed and connects Volvo VNR Electric Production of Volvos VNR Electric regional haul tractors will begin in early 2021 Configurations include a single axle straight truck with a gross vehicle weight rating of 33200 pounds a 4x2 tractor with a 66000 pound GCWR and a 6x2 tractor with up to 82000 pound GCWR in specific applications The VNR Electric is designed for local and regional duty cycles including food and beverage and pick up and delivery routes of up to 150 miles The truck is powered by 264 kWh lithium ion batteries and driven by Volvos integrated proprietary motor through a two speed variation of the I Shift transmission The motor is rated at 455 hp and can produce up to 4051 lb ft of torque Regenerative braking can increase range by returning power up to 15 back into the battery The batteries can charge up to 80 within 70 minutes using a 150 kW charger with either CCS Combined Charging System 1 or CCS 2 connectors The VNR Electric comes standard with a new Volvo Gold Contract service which offers special payment options from Volvo Financial Services including for charging infrastructure and premium uptime services from Volvo Trucks For more details on these and other new products see our online Product News section at www truckinginfo com Sign up for weekly new product e newsletters at www truckinginfo com newsletters PRODUCT UPDATE