Freightliner says the lightweight Cummins X12 engine now can be spec’d in the Freightliner 114SD.
This combination provides a new option for a wide variety of vocational applications, particularly in segments where weight savings are a key consideration, such as concrete mixers, refuse trucks, dump trucks and auto haulers.
Engineered for productivity, the 114SD provides excellent visibility, reliability and ergonomics for optimal performance in the most demanding vocational applications, Freightliner said. The truck features a versatile weight-optimized design and durable components that contribute to maximum productivity.
“We are dedicated to providing vocational customers with a wide range of powertrain options to meet the specific needs of their businesses,” said Kelly Gedert, director of product marketing for Freightliner Trucks and Detroit Components.
“By adding the Cummins X12 to our engine portfolio, we give the already versatile 114SD yet another option, showing our commitment to providing customers a choice.”
At 2,050 pounds, the Cummins X12 engine is up to 600 pounds lighter than other medium-bore engines in the 10- to 13-liter category. Its ultra-lightweight design contributes to increased payload and productivity without compromising the power and performance required for vocational applications. Less weight also can mean more upfitting options, a benefit to both end customers and truck equipment manufacturer partners.
The X12 engine delivers up to 500 horsepower and 1,700 pound-feet of torque, and has a low-friction design for improved efficiency. Combined with the durable and customizable 114SD chassis, customers can expect a productivity powerhouse that gets the job done day in and day out, the company said.
“Cummins is excited about the positive impact our X12 will have in weight-sensitive markets,” said Brett Merritt, vice president of Cummins’ on-highway engine business. “We believe that the Cummins X12 in the Freightliner 114SD will be an exceptional option for vocational customers.”
Freightliner anticipates the 114SD with the Cummins X12 will start production mid-2019.
