LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton has launched a new family of
UltraShift®PLUS® transmissions designed
exclusively for Navistar to maximize fuel efficiency in linehaul
applications. To be co-released by the two companies, the new 16-speed
direct drive automated mechanical transmissions are designed with a
small 17 percent step between gears to optimize time in a diesel
engine's most efficient RPM zone and help reduce fuel consumption.
The new UltraShift PLUS LSE (Linehaul Small-Step Efficiency) will
be released initially with Navistar's proprietary MaxxForce®
13L SCR engines on the International® branded vehicles and
followed shortly thereafter with Cummins ISX15 engines.
Fleets involved with testing the new transmissions have reported fuel
economy improvements from two to four percent. Production is scheduled
to take place in April of this year.
"The direct drive design also boosts the efficiency of the transmission
gear train, to further promote excellent fuel consumption," said Shane
Groner, North America product planning manager for Eaton's Commercial
Vehicle Transmission Division. "All of the other features and benefits
of the UltraShift PLUS are included in this newest addition to
our lineup."
"Fuel economy has been the cornerstone of the International®
ProStar®, and with the collaboration with Eaton on the
16-speed direct drive automated transmission, we're able to deliver even
more tangible fuel economy benefits to our customers," says Steve
Gilligan, VP, Product Marketing, Navistar.
The new UltraShift PLUS LSE transmission has 16 forward gears and
two reverse gears, and an overall ratio of 14.40. The standard warranty
is 5-year/750,000 miles for the transmission and 3-year/350,000 miles
for the clutch.
All UltraShift PLUS transmissions use an electronic clutch actuator to
provide faster shifting and smoother engagement. The clutch is fully
engaged at idle, giving the driver ultimate control in challenging
situations, like parking lots, loading docks and other tight spaces.
Additional UltraShift PLUS features include:
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Fully automated two-pedal design (no clutch pedal).
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Safety features include auto neutral and Intelligent Hill Start Aid,
which prevents roll-back and roll-forward while launching on grades
using foundation wheel brakes.
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Automatic, Manual and Low modes offer driver full control.
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Crepe Mode allows the vehicle to be driven at a constant speed
(optional).
All Eaton products are backed by the Roadranger network, which includes
more than 200 drivetrain professionals throughout North America. For
more information visit www.eaton.com/roadranger,
where the latest product information is available, as well as service,
parts and training assistance, 24 hours a day. Experts are available in
the Roadranger Call Center by dialing 1-800-826-HELP (4357) in the U.S.
and Canada. In Mexico, dial 01-800-826-4357.
About Eaton
Eaton is a diversified power management company providing
energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage
electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power. With 2012 sales of $16.3
billion, Eaton is a global technology leader in electrical products,
systems and services for power quality, distribution and control, power
transmission, lighting and wiring products; hydraulics components,
systems and services for industrial and mobile equipment; aerospace
fuel, hydraulics and pneumatic systems for commercial and military use;
and truck and automotive drivetrain and powertrain systems for
performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton acquired Cooper Industries
plc in 2012. Eaton has approximately 103,000 employees and sells
products to customers in more than 175 countries. For more information,
visit www.eaton.com.
About Navistar
Navistar International Corporation (NYSE: NAV) is a holding company
whose subsidiaries and affiliates produce International®
brand commercial and military trucks, MaxxForce® brand diesel
engines, IC Bus™ brand school and commercial buses and
Navistar RV brands of recreational vehicles. The company's affiliates
and subsidiaries also produce proprietary diesel engines and provide
truck and diesel engine service parts. Another affiliate offers
financing services. Additional information is available at www.Navistar.com/newsroom.
All marks are trademarks of their respective owner.
Eaton
Vehicle Group
James Michels, (248) 226-6806
JamesJMichels@eaton.com
Source: Eaton
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