New Sleeper Truck Comparison Guide

How do the International, Freightliner, Volvo and Peterbilt sleeper semi trucks compare? All of these popular over the road sleeper semi trucks offer a combination of power, fuel efficiency, safety features and driver comfort. See this comprehensive Sleeper Truck Guide to get a detailed comparison of how each model stacks up against its competition. Make an informed sleeper truck buying decision - check out this guide before you buy.

Efficiency

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International LT Series

Available BBCs: 125"


Windshield Slope: 63 degrees


Unloaded Bumper Ground Clearance: 7.25"


 Air Dam: Air Dam with Sealing for Aero Bumper


Chassis Skirts: Cab Length (BOC/BOS), Wheel-to-Wheel


 Sleeper Side Extenders: Available 14" or 18"


Aerodynamic Packages:

MPG Package: Roof Fairing, Cab Extenders, Chassis Skirts, Bumper, Hood and Door Deals, Rear Wheel Covers, and Optional Bumper Variance

MPG with RTRAK: Adds Rear Tractor Aero Kit and Predictive Cruise Control (PCC) to MPG Package 


Powertrain Packages: Not Available


Bumper - Type: 3-Piece Plastic Aero, Stainless Clad

Finish: Body Colour, Gray, Bright Overlay


Exterior Sun Visor: Optional


Subject Vehicle Weight (lbs.): 

Front Axle: 9,770 (A26), 10,210 (X15)

Rear Axles: 8,520 (A26), 8,250 (X15)

Total: 18,290 (A26), 18,460 (X15) 


Less Fuel Weight (lbs.): 17,913, 18,006

International CV Truck

Freightliner New Cascadia

Available BBCs: 116", 126"


Windshield Slope: 63 degrees


Unloaded Bumper Ground Clearance: 3.5"


 Air Dam: Bumper Available with Enhanced Aero Device


Chassis Skirts: Cab Length (BOC/BOS), Wheel-to-Wheel


 Sleeper Side Extenders: Available 12", 20" or 24"


Aerodynamic Packages:

Aero Package: Raised Roof Spoiler, 20" Side Ext. with Gap Filler, Side Fairings, Chassis Fairing Skirt, Qtr Fenders, Wheel Covers

Aero-X Packages Adds: 24" Side Ext. Enhanced Aero Bumper, Aero Drive Wheel Fairings


Powertrain Packages: Fuel Economy Powertrain Package: Select Engine, Transmission, Axles, Lubrication and Axle Ratio Options


Bumper - Type: Aero, Molded, Stainless

Finish: Body Colour, Gray, Chorme Overlay, Hendrickson Aeroclad


Exterior Sun Visor: Optional


Subject Vehicle Weight (lbs.): 

Front Axle: 10,830

Rear Axles: 8,680

Total: 19,510


Less Fuel Weight (lbs.): 18,523

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Volvo VNL 860

Available BBCs: 124"


Windshield Slope: 70 degrees


Unloaded Bumper Ground Clearance: 9"


 Air Dam: Air Flow Deflector or Drag Reduction Plate


Chassis Skirts: Cab Length (BOC/BOS), Wheel-to-Wheel


 Sleeper Side Extenders: Available 17"


Aerodynamic Packages:

Chassis Fairing Ground Effects, Exhaust Fluid Cover, Bumper Air Flow Deflector, Aero Cab Skirt, Integral Mirror Arm Shroud 


Powertrain Packages: XE Fuel Efficiency Package: Select Engine, Transmission and Axle Ratio with Efficiency Software


Bumper - Type: Aero, Molded Stainless

Finish: Body Colour, Bright Insert, Stainless Clad


Exterior Sun Visor: Integral


Subject Vehicle Weight (lbs.): 

Front Axle: 10,690

Rear Axles: 7,750

Total: 18,440


Less Fuel Weight (lbs.): 18,077

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Peterbilt 579

Available BBCs: 117", 123"


Windshield Slope: 64 degrees


Unloaded Bumper Ground Clearance: 10.5"


 Air Dam: Air Dam Included with Bumper, Optional delete


Chassis Skirts: Cab Length (BOC/BOS), Wheel-to-Wheel


 Sleeper Side Extenders: Available 18" with 3", 6.5" or 8" Rubber Flares


Aerodynamic Packages:

"EPIQ" - Chassis Fairings and Kick-out, Roof Fairing w/Ext, Air Dam, Hood Seals, Wheel Close-outs, Rubber Skirts for Chassis Fairings, Aero Close-outs under cab


Powertrain Packages: EPIQ Vehicle Package: Select Engine, Automated Transmission and Exhaust System, SmarTire TPS, No-Idle Sleeper and LRR Tires


Bumper - Type: Aero, Molded or Steel

Finish: Body Colour, Gray, Painted or Bright Chrome Finish


Exterior Sun Visor: Optional


Subject Vehicle Weight (lbs.): 

Front Axle: 11,140

Rear Axles: 8,070

Total: 19,210


Less Fuel Weight (lbs.): 18,649

Innovative Cab

International LT Sleeper Truck

International LT Series

Cab Construction: Welded High Strength Steel


Available Configurations: Day Cab, Low Roof (56"), Hi-Rise (56", 73"), Sky-Rise (73")


Cab Suspension:

Standard: Air

Optional: None


Step Spacing Consistency Distance: 

Ground to Step, Step to Step, Step to Cab: 16.5", 18.75", 16.25"

Total Cab Height: 51.5"

 Average Spacing Difference (consistency): 1.67"


Door Opening Area (sq. in.): 1,837


Door Hinges: Internal


Widest Door Opening Angle (stop): 64 degrees


Hood Design: 3-Piece Composite


Hood Tilt Effort: 43.6 lbs.


Hood Blow-down: Strut-Dampened Open/Close


Mirrors:

Mount Positioning: Rear of Leading Edge of Glass

Mount: Door-Mounted

Mount Types: Pedestal


Available Auxiliary Mirrors: Hood, Down-view

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Freightliner New Cascadia

Cab Construction: Welded and Riveted Aluminum


Available Configurations: Day Cab, Mid-Roof (48", 60", 72"), Hi-Roof (60", 72")


Cab Suspension:

Standard: Air

Optional: None


Step Spacing Consistency Distance: 

 Ground to Step, Step to Step, Step to Cab: 15.50", 17", 17.25"

Total Cab Height: 49.75"

 Average Spacing Difference (consistency): 1.17"


Door Opening Area (sq. in.): 1,750


Door Hinges: Internal


Widest Door Opening Angle (stop): 65 degrees


Hood Design: 3-Piece Composite


Hood Tilt Effort: 40.3 lbs.


Hood Blow-down: Strut-Dampened Close


Mirrors:

Mount Positioning: Rear of Leading Edge of Glass

Mount: Door-Mounted

Mount Types: Pedestal


Available Auxiliary Mirrors: Hood, Fender, Down-view

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Volvo VNL 860

Cab Construction: Welded High Strength Steel


Available Configurations: Day Cab, Flat-Roof (42"), Mid-Roof (70"), Hi-Roof (70", 77")


Cab Suspension:

Standard: Mechanical (Day Cab), Air (Sleeper)

Optional: Air (Day Cab)


Step Spacing Consistency Distance:  

Ground to Step, Step to Step, Step to Cab: 19", 17.75", 13.25"

Total Cab Height: 50"

Average Spacing Difference (consistency): 3.83"


Door Opening Area (sq. in.): 1,899


Door Hinges: Internal


Widest Door Opening Angle (stop): 79 degrees


Hood Design: 3-Piece Composite


Hood Tilt Effort: 52.3 lbs.


Hood Blow-down: Strut-Dampened Open


Mirrors:

Mount Positioning: Forward of Leading Edge of Glass

Mount: Dual-Mount Cab and Door

Mount Types: C-Loop


Available Auxiliary Mirrors: Hood

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Peterbilt 579

Cab Construction: Henrob Riveted Aluminum


Available Configurations: Day Cab, Low-Roof (44", 58"), Mid-Roof (58"), High Roof (72", 80"), Ultra-Roof (80")


Cab Suspension:

Standard: Solid (Day Cab), Air (Sleeper)

Optional: Air (Day Cab)


Step Spacing Consistency Distance: 

 Ground to Step, Step to Step, Step to Cab: 17", 17", 16.75"

Total Cab Height: 50.75"

Average Spacing Difference (consistency): .17"


Door Opening Area (sq. in.): 1,683


Door Hinges: Internal


Widest Door Opening Angle (stop): 73 degrees


Hood Design: 3-Piece Composite


Hood Tilt Effort: 38.5 lbs.


Hood Blow-down: Mechanical Latch


Mirrors:

Mount Positioning: At Leading Edge of Glass

Mount: Door-Mounted

Mount Types: Pedestal


Available Auxiliary Mirrors: Hood, Down-view

Visibility and Cab Glass

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International LT Series

Driver's Side Rear: 128"


Driver's Side Forward: 156"


Forward Straight Ahead: 273"


 Forward Over Center: 295"


Forward at Hood Corner: 309"


 Passenger Side Forward: 291"


Passenger Side Rear: 337"


Windshield Design: 1-piece


Windshield Rake Angle: 63 degrees


Windshield Area (sq. in.): 1,909


Wiper Coverage (sq. in.): 1,193


Wiper Efficiency (%): 62%


Side Cab Glass (sq. in.): 1,144


Total Cab Glass (sq. in.): 3,053

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Freightliner New Cascadia

Driver's Side Rear: 138"


Driver's Side Forward: 162"


Forward Straight Ahead: 287"


 Forward Over Center: 304"


Forward at Hood Corner: 323"


 Passenger Side Forward: 329"


Passenger Side Rear: 373"


Windshield Design: 1-piece


Windshield Rake Angle: 63 degrees


Windshield Area (sq. in.): 1,940


Wiper Coverage (sq. in.): 1,354


Wiper Efficiency (%): 70%


Side Cab Glass (sq. in.): 1,264


Total Cab Glass (sq. in.): 3,204

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Volvo VNL 860

Driver's Side Rear: 124"


Driver's Side Forward: 159"


Forward Straight Ahead: 274"


 Forward Over Center: 284"


Forward at Hood Corner: 398"


 Passenger Side Forward: 308"


Passenger Side Rear: 319"


Windshield Design: 1-piece


Windshield Rake Angle: 69 degrees


Windshield Area (sq. in.): 1,930


Wiper Coverage (sq. in.): 1,524


Wiper Efficiency (%): 79%


Side Cab Glass (sq. in.): 1,524


Total Cab Glass (sq. in.): 3,386

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Peterbilt 579

Driver's Side Rear: 133"


Driver's Side Forward: 177"


Forward Straight Ahead: 316"


 Forward Over Center: 336"


Forward at Hood Corner: 348"


 Passenger Side Forward: 301"


Passenger Side Rear: 328"


Windshield Design: 1-piece


Windshield Rake Angle: 64 degrees


Windshield Area (sq. in.): 1,946


Wiper Coverage (sq. in.): 1,343


Wiper Efficiency (%): 69%


Side Cab Glass (sq. in.): 1,232


Total Cab Glass (sq. in.): 3,178

Driver Environment

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International LT Series

Seat Travel:

Horizontal: 9"

Vertical: 5.5"


Belly Room: 24"


Leg Room: 30.6" 


 Safety and Telematics Stability ControlBendix ESP Electronic Stability Program


 Collision Mitigation/Lane DepartureBendix Wingman Advanced, Fusion WABCO OnGuardActive, Bendix BlindSpotter


 Steering Column Tilt Range: 38 degrees


 Sound Levels (dB):

Idle: A26 Interior: 58.6, A26 Exterior: 79.6, X15 Interior: 56.5, X15 Exterior: 81.8

750 RPM: A26 Interior: 59, A26 Exterior: 82.8, X15 Interior: 59, X15 Exterior: 82.8 

1500 RPM: A26 Interior: 62.7, A26 Exterior: 88.3, X15 Interior: 62.1, X15 Exterior: 87.7

Governed: A26 Interior: 62.7, A26 Exterior: 88.3, X15 Interior: 62.1, X15 Exterior: 87.7

Engine Governed (RPM): A26 Interior: 1800, A26 Exterior: 1800, X15 Interior: 1400, X15 Exterior: 1400

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Freightliner New Cascadia

Seat Travel:

Horizontal: 8"

Vertical: 6.25"


Belly Room: 23.75"


Leg Room: 28.3" 


 Safety and Telematics Stability ControlEnhanced Stability Control


 Collision Mitigation/Lane DepartureBendix (Iteris), WABCO OnLane, OnGuard, Detroit Assurance, Bendix Side Object Detection


 Steering Column Tilt Range: 22 degrees


 Sound Levels (dB):

Idle: Detroit DD15 Interior: 55, Detroit DD15 Exterior: 79.1

750 RPM: Detroit DD15 Interior: 57, Detroit DD15 Exterior: 82.9 

1500 RPM: Detroit DD15 Interior: 64.5, Detroit DD15 Exterior: 90.4

Governed: Detroit DD15 Interior: 69.5, Detroit DD15 Exterior: 95.4

Engine Governed (RPM): Detroit DD15 Interior: 2000, Detroit DD15 Exterior: 2000

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Volvo VNL 860

Seat Travel:

Horizontal: 8.75"

Vertical: 5.25"


Belly Room: 22.5"


Leg Room: 29.6" 


 Safety and Telematics Stability Control: Volvo Enhanced Stability Control (VEST)


 Collision Mitigation/Lane DepartureVolvo Active Driver Assist (VADA)


 Steering Column Tilt Range: 52 degrees


 Sound Levels (dB):

Idle: Volvo D13 Interior: 57, Volvo D13 Exterior: 76.4

750 RPM: Volvo D13 Interior: 57.9, Volvo D13 Exterior: 81

1500 RPM: Volvo D13 Interior: 65.9, Volvo D13 Exterior: 88.1

 Governed: Volvo D13 Interior: 65.9, Volvo D13 Exterior: 88.1

 Engine Governed (RPM): Volvo D13 Interior: 1500, Volvo D13 Exterior: 1500 

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Peterbilt 579

Seat Travel:

Horizontal: 8.25"

Vertical: 7.5"


Belly Room: 18.5"


Leg Room: 28.7" 


 Safety and Telematics Stability ControlBendix eTrac, WABCO SmartTrac Stability Control System


 Collision Mitigation/Lane DepartureBendix Wingman Advanced, Fusion, WABCO Onlane Basic Lane Departure Warning


 Steering Column Tilt Range: 17 degrees


 Sound Levels (dB):

Idle: Cummins ISX15 Interior: 60.1, Cummins ISX15 Exterior: 87

750 RPM: Cummins ISX15 Interior: 62.4, Cummins ISX15 Exterior: 88 

1500 RPM: Cummins ISX15 Interior: 67.1, Cummins ISX15 Exterior: 93.8

Governed: Cummins ISX15 Interior: 67.1, Cummins ISX15 Exterior: 93.8

Engine Governed (RPM): Cummins ISX15 Interior: 1400, Cummins ISX15 Exterior: 1400

Cab Equipment

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International LT Series

Gauge Cluster: (2) Gauge Levels Available: 8-Gauge with 3.5" Monochromatic Display 8-Gauge with 5" Colour Display and Virtual Gauges


Premium Driver Information Display: 5" Includes: TPMs, Virtual Gauges (Fuel Economy, Rear Axle Load, Safety Indicators, Digital Speedometer, Component Oil Temps, Manifold Pressure, etc.), Collision Mitigation, Lane Departure, Trip Info, Diagnostics, etc. 


Shifter Location Functionality: Steering Column

Functionality: Automatic or AMT actuation, Engine Brake Engagement, Transmission Mode and Gearing


 Steering Wheel ControlsStandard

Design: Back-lit, Laser Etched

Available Features: Cruise, Marker Interrupt, Headlight Interrupt, Radio Volume/Mute, Bluetooth, Track/Preset Skip


 RadioAM/FM, CD, Satellite, Aux, USB, MP3, Apple Device Interface, Bluetooth - Phone/Music


 Trim Levels: 2; Classic or Diamond Level with or without Black Cherry Accents


 Cup and Bottle Holders:

Cab: 4

Sleeper: 3

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Freightliner New Cascadia

Gauge Cluster: (1) 5.0" TFT Display with Menu Cycles, Information Display and Optional Auxiliary Gauges


Premium Driver Information Display: Premium Includes: Graphic Display, Collision Avoidance, Trip Info, MPG, Gear Info, etc.


Shifter Location Functionality: Steering Column

Functionality: SmartShift Transmission Actuation


 Steering Wheel ControlsStandard

Design: Not Published

Available Features: Cruise, Headlight Interrupt, ICU Access, Phone, Marker Light Interrupt, etc.


 RadioAM/FM/WB, CD, Satellite, Aux, USB, Apple Interface, Bluetooth


 Trim Levels: 2; Base Level, Up Level


 Cup and Bottle Holders:

Cab: 3

Sleeper: None

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Volvo VNL 860

Gauge Cluster: (3) Gauge Levels Available: 8, 9, or 10 gauge with 5" Basic or Premium Monochrome Driver Info Display


Premium Driver Information Display: Premium Includes: Virtual Gauges, Fuel Consumption, Time/distance, Diagnostics, Data, etc.


Shifter Location Functionality: Dash or Side of Seat

Functionality: I-Shift Transmission Actuation


 Steering Wheel ControlsAvailable

Design: Not Published

Available Features: Marker, Headlamp Interrupts, Radio, Phone, Cruise (VADA), Cruise Distance


 RadioAM/FM, CD, USB, MP3, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth


 Trim Levels: 2; Limited, Touring


 Cup and Bottle Holders:

Cab: 2

Sleeper: 5

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Peterbilt 579

Gauge Cluster: (1), 8-Gauge Gauge Package and Driver Information Display. Available SmartNav Display Including up to 5 Virtual Gauges


Premium Driver Information Display: SmartNav Includes: Virtual Gauges, Telematics, Infotainment, Trip, Navigation, etc.


Shifter Location Functionality: Floor, Dash, or Column

Functionality: Automatic or AMT Transmission Actuation


 Steering Wheel ControlsAvailable

Design: Not Published

Available Features: Radio and Cruise Controls


 RadioConcert Class, CD, Bluetooth, USB, MP3 and Satellite


 Trim Levels: 3; Prestige, Platinum, Premier


 Cup and Bottle Holders:

Cab: 4

Sleeper: 3

Sleeper Equipment

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International LT Series

Available Sleeper Lengths: LT625

Low-Roof: 56"

Hi-Rise: 56", 73"

Sky-Rise: 73"


Mid Sleeper Configurations Left Hand: Microwave Provision, Tower Wardrobe (upper or lower)

Mid Sleeper Configurations Right Hand: Tower Wardrobe (upper or lower), Utility Cabinet, Dresser with Work Table or Refrigerator Cabinet, TV Bracket


Rear Sleeper Configurations Left Hand: Cabinet Airline-type Overhead Cabinets

Rear Sleeper Configurations Right Hand: Cabinet Airline-type Overhead Cabinets


 Rear Wall ConfigurationsAvailable Rear Wall Storage in Hi-Rise or Sky-Rise or Upper and Lower pockets in Sky-Rise Sleeper


Under Bunk Configurations:  Three compartments, gas strut lift with full width pass-through when no auxiliary HVAC specified 


Auxiliary HVAC Systems

Fuel-Fired: Webasto Airtop 2000, Espar Air Tronic D2, Hydronic 

Battery Powered: Battery-powered No-idle A/C


 Refrigerators1.6 cu. ft. Cabinet-mounted or Under-bunk

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Freightliner New Cascadia

Available Sleeper Lengths:

New Cascadia: 126"

Mid-Roof: 48", 60", 72"

Raised Roof: 60", 72"


Mid Sleeper Configurations Left Hand: Tall Closet with writing table and upper storage

Mid Sleeper Configurations Right Hand: Microwave shelf with upper, lower storage, TV prep, and refrigerator


Rear Sleeper Configurations Left Hand: Upper bunk access to mid-cab tower

Rear Sleeper Configurations Right Hand: Upper bunk access to mid-cab tower


 Rear Wall ConfigurationsNo Options 


Under Bunk Configurations: Three compartments, gas strut lift, no full-width pass-through


Auxiliary HVAC Systems:

Fuel-Fired: Webasto AirTrop 2000, Espar D2/D4 Fuel-fired

Battery Powered: Dual Parked Bettery Powered HVAC System


 Refrigerators: 5.5 cu. ft. RH Lower Level Cabinet. Under-bunk or Both

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Volvo VNL 860

Available Sleeper Lengths: VNL Series

Flat-Roof: 42"

Mid-Roof: 70"

High-Roof: 70", 77"


Mid Sleeper Configurations Left Hand: Upper tower cabinet with shelves/doors, microwave prep, lower-fridge/sink, shelves

Mid Sleeper Configurations Right Hand: Upper TV prep, lower wardrobe, drawers or shelves 


Rear Sleeper Configurations Left Hand: Over-bunk storage rear shelf

Rear Sleeper Configurations Right Hand: Over-bunk storage rear shelf


 Rear Wall ConfigurationsRear wall storage bins with netting over upper and lower bunks


Under Bunk Configurations: Three compartments, no struts, full-width narrow pass-through


Auxiliary HVAC Systems:

Fuel-Fired: Webasto Fuel-driven cab heater

Battery Powered: Volvo Battery-Powered Parking, Heater and Cooler, Dometec Battery Powered HVAC


 Refrigerators: 3.2 cu. ft. Cabinet-type

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Peterbilt 579

Available Sleeper Lengths: 579

Low-Roof: 44", 58"

Mid-Roof: 58"

High-Roof: 72", 80"

UltraLoft: 80"


Mid Sleeper Configurations Left Hand: Tower with lower cabinet, drawer, writing pad and vinyl or door enclosure available upper tower, microwave cabinet

Mid Sleeper Configurations Right Hand: Tower unit with lower cabinet and wardrobe with or without doors, Mirror


Rear Sleeper Configurations Left Hand: No Options

Rear Sleeper Configurations Right Hand: Upper bunk access to mid-cab tower


 Rear Wall ConfigurationsRear wall storage bins with net over Lower Bunk


Under Bunk Configurations: One large un-segmented space with dual gas struts, pass-through obstructed by HVAC


Auxiliary HVAC Systems:

Fuel-Fired: Fuel-fired heater

Battery Powered: Battery-powered SmartAir No-Idle Sleeper A/C


 Refrigerators: .9 cu. ft. (58" sleeper) or 1.8 cu. ft. (72" sleeper)

Chassis and Frame Equipment

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International LT Series

Frame Ratings:

Yield (PSI): 120,000

SM (in³): 12.43 - 16.98

RBM (in.-lbs.): 1,491,600 - 2,037,600 


Available Reinforcements:

Full: Not Available

Patrial: .25" Inner C-Channel 


Fifth Wheels: Jost, Fontaine, SAF Holland


 Fuel Tanks-Type: Cylindrical Aluminum

Total Capacity: 70-280 Gallons

Diameters: 26"


Exhaust ATD Configurations: Integrated DPF/SCR

Location: Right Hand Frame Under Cab


 Exhaust Stack Configurations:

Vertical: Single or Dual

Horizontal: Single


DEF Tank Sizes: 10.6, 15.9, 25.2 Gallons

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Freightliner New Cascadia

Frame Ratings:

Yield (PSI): 35,000-120,000

SM (in³): 12.33-21.53

RBM (in.-lbs.): 1,657,951-2,584,175


Available Reinforcements:

Full: Not Available

Patrial: Not Available


Fifth Wheels: Jost, Fontaine, SAF Holland


 Fuel Tanks-Type: Cylindrical Aluminum

Total Capacity: 70-300 Gallons

Diameters: 23", 25"


Exhaust ATD Configurations: Integrated DPF/SCR

Location: Outboard Right Hand Under Cab


 Exhaust Stack Configurations:

Vertical: Single

Horizontal: Single


DEF Tank Sizes: 6, 13, 23 Gallons

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Volvo VNL 860

Frame Ratings:

Yield (PSI): 120,000

SM (in³): 13.4-20.5

RBM (in.-lbs.): 1,610,400-2,460,000


Available Reinforcements:

Full: Not Available

Patrial: Not Available


Fifth Wheels: Jost, Fontaine, SAF Holland


 Fuel Tanks-Type: Cylindrical/D-style Aluminum

Total Capacity: 100-300 Gallons

Diameters: 26"


Exhaust ATD Configurations: Integrated DPF/SCR

Location: Right Hand Under Cab


 Exhaust Stack Configurations:

Vertical: Single or Dual

Horizontal: Single


DEF Tank Sizes: 11.9, 18.5, 22.5 Gallons

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Peterbilt 579

Frame Ratings:

Yield (PSI): 120,000

SM (in³): 14.8-22.35

RBM (in.-lbs.): 1,776,000-2,683,000


Available Reinforcements:

Full: .25" Inner C-Channel

Patrial: Not Available


Fifth Wheels: Jost, Fontaine, SAF Holland


 Fuel Tanks-Type: Cylindrical Aluminum

Total Capacity: 50-300 Gallons

Diameters: 23", 26"


Exhaust ATD Configurations: Integrated DPF/SCR

Location: Right Hand Under Cab, Vertical DPF/SCR Back of Cab


 Exhaust Stack Configurations:

Vertical: Single or Dual

Horizontal: Single


DEF Tank Sizes: 11, 20.7, 31.1 Gallons

Axles and Maneuverability

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International LT Series

Axle Configurations:

Set-Back: 50"


Front Axles: Dana Spicer, Hendrickson, Meritor

Capacities: 12,000-14,000 lbs.


Front Suspension:

Taper-leaf: Available

Air: Not Available

Capacities: 12,000-14,000 lbs.


Standard Steering Gear: Sheppard HD94


 Inside Wheel Cut:

Left: 50 degrees

Right: 49 degrees


Calculated Turning Radius (236" WB):

Left: 30.6"

Right: 31.3"


Rear Axles: Dana Spicer, Meritor

Single (4x2): 23,000 lbs.

Tandem (6x2): 40,000 lbs.

Tandem (6x4): 40,000-46,000 lbs.


Rear Suspensions:

Spring: International Vari-rate

Air: International Ride Optimized Suspension (IROS), Hendrickson HTB/HAS


Rubber: Not Available

Capacities: 20,000-46,000 lbs.

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Freightliner New Cascadia

Axle Configurations:

Set-Back: 51.5"


Front Axles: Detroit, Hendrickson, Meritor

Capacities: 12,000-14,700 lbs.


Front Suspension:

Taper-leaf: Available

Air: Hendrickson AIRTREK

Capacities: 12,500-14,600 lbs.


Standard Steering Gear: TRW THP-60


 Inside Wheel Cut:

Left: 49 degrees

Right: 51 degrees


Calculated Turning Radius (236" WB):

Left: 31.3"

Right: 30.2"


Rear Axles: Detriot, Dana Spicer, Meritor

Single (4x2): 21,000-23,000 lbs.

Tandem (6x2): 40,000 lbs.

Tandem (6x4): 40,000-46,000 lbs.


Rear Suspensions:

Spring: Not Available

Air: AirLiner


Rubber: Not Available

Capacities: 21,000-46,000 lbs.

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Volvo VNL 860

Axle Configurations:

Set-Back: 53.8"


Front Axles: Dana Spicer, Hendrickson, Meritor, Volvo

Capacities: 12,000-16,000 lbs.


Front Suspension:

Taper-leaf: Available

Air: Hendrickson AIRTREK

Capacities: 12,000-16,000 lbs.


Standard Steering Gear: TRW THP-60


 Inside Wheel Cut:

Left: 42 degrees

Right: 47 degrees


Calculated Turning Radius (236" WB):

Left: 34.9"

Right: 32"


Rear Axles: Dana Spicer, Meritor

Single (4x2): 23,000 lbs.

Tandem (6x2): 40,000 lbs.

Tandem (6x4): 40,000-46,000 lbs.


Rear Suspensions:

Spring: Volvo T-Ride

Air: Volvo, Neway, ADZ Hendrickson PRIMAAX/HAS


Rubber: Not Available

Capacities: 20,000-46,000 lbs.

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Peterbilt 579

Axle Configurations:

Set-Back: 49.4"


Front Axles: Dana Spicer, Hendrickson, Meritor

Capacities: 12,000-14,600 lbs.


Front Suspension:

Taper-leaf: Available

Air: Hendrickson SOFTEK, Air Leaf

Capacities: 12,000-14,600 lbs.


Standard Steering Gear: Sheppard HD94


 Inside Wheel Cut:

Left: 47 degrees

Right: 38 degrees


Calculated Turning Radius (236" WB):

Left: 32"

Right: 37.6"


Rear Axles: Dana Spicer, Meritor

Single (4x2): 21,000-26,000 lbs.

Tandem (6x2): 40,000 lbs.

Tandem (6x4): 40,000-46,000 lbs.


Rear Suspensions:

Spring: Reyco Multi-Leaf

Air: FLEX Air, Air Leaf, Air Trac, Neway, ADZ, Reyco AR


Rubber: Hendrickson HMX

Capacities: 20,000-46,000 lbs.

Elecrical and Lighting

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International LT Series

Panel Locations: In cab, passenger side dash

Access: No Tools Required


Batteries: 3, 4, or 8 Batteries

Amperage: 1,950-9,200 CCA


Battery Box: Steel, Aluminum

Cover: Plastic, Aluminum, Polished, and Unpolished

Location: LH Under Cab


Alternators: Delco-Remy, Leece-Neville, Bosch

Amperage: 160-325


 Jump Start Provision: Under Hood, Remote at Battery Box, Back of Cab


Circuit Protection: Manual Reset Circuit Breaker

Optional: No Data Book Options


Headlight Design: LED Headlights 

Bulb Replacement: No tools required for Composite Reflector


Daytime Running Lights: LED with LED Headlights or Halogen with Optional Halogen Headlights

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Freightliner New Cascadia

Panel Locations: In cab, passenger side dash

Access: No Tools Required


Batteries: 3 or 4 Batteries

Amperage: 2,775-4,600 CCA


Battery Box: Steel, Aluminum

Cover: Plastic, Aluminum, Polished, and Unpolished, Diamond Plate

Location: In-Cab, Back of Cab, Under Cab, Between Rails


Alternators: Delco-Remy, Leece-Neville

Amperage: 160-300


 Jump Start Provision: Left Hand Back of Cab, at Starter


Circuit Protection: Solid-State and Fuses

Optional: Automatic Self-Reset Circuit Breakers


Headlight Design: LED Headlights 

Bulb Replacement: No tools required for Composite Reflector


Daytime Running Lights: Available, type not published

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Volvo VNL 860

Panel Locations: In cab, passenger side dash

Access: No Tools Required


Batteries: 3 or 4 Batteries

Amperage: 2,190-4,000 CCA


Battery Box: Steel

Cover: Aluminum

Location: LH Side Behind Front Fender


Alternators: Delco-Remy, Leece-Neville

Amperage: 145-320


 Jump Start Provision: In Battery Box


Circuit Protection: Solid-State and Fuses

Optional: No Data Book Options


Headlight Design: LED Headlights 

Bulb Replacement: Tools required for Composite Reflector


Daytime Running Lights: LED Basic, Optional LED Signature

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Peterbilt 579

Panel Locations: In cab, at driver's side footwell

Access: No Tools Required


Batteries: 1-4 Batteries

Amperage: 730-3,200 CCA


Battery Box: Aluminum

Cover: Composite, Aluminum, Diamond Plate Cover

Location: Left Hand/Right Hand Under Cab, Back of Cab, Between Rails, In-Cab


Alternators: Delco-Remy, PACCAR

Amperage: 160-300


 Jump Start Provision: Back of Cab, Under Hood Left Hand Rail


Circuit Protection: Solid-State and Fuses

Optional: Auto Reset Circuit Protection


Headlight Design: Halogen HID Xenon

Bulb Replacement: No tools required for Composite Reflector


Daytime Running Lights: Available, type not published

Engine Specifications

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International

Truck Model: LT Series


 Engine: A26


Displacement (L): 12.4


Engine Block: Compacted Graphite Iron


 Fuel System: Directed Injection 2500 Bar HPCR


Cam: SOHC


 Turbocharger: Variable Geometry


Horsepower: 400-475


Torque (lb.-ft.): 1,450-1,750


Dry Weight (lbs.): 2,299


Life (B50/B10): 1,200,000 (B10)


 Warranty: 2 Years, Unlimited Miles, Unlimited Hours

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Detroit

Truck Model: New Cascadia 126


 Engine: DD13, DD15, DD16


Displacement (L):

DD13: 12.8

DD15: 14.8

DD16: 15.6


Engine Block: Ribbed Cast Iron


 Fuel System: Amplified Common Rail


Cam: DOHC


 Turbocharger: 

DD13, DD15: Asymmetric

DD16: Non-Wastegated


Horsepower: 

DD13: 350-505

DD15: 400-505

DD16: 500-600


Torque (lb.-ft.):

DD13: 1,250-1,850

DD15: 1,550-1,750

DD16: 1,850-2,050


Dry Weight (lbs.): 

DD13: 2,487

DD15: 2,718

DD16: 2,837


Life (B50/B10):

DD13: 1,000,000 (B50)

DD15, DD16: 1,200,000 (B50)


 Warranty: 2 Years, Unlimited Miles

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Volvo

Truck Model: VNL 740, 760, 860


 Engine: D13


Displacement (L): 12.8


 Engine Block: Gray Iron


 Fuel System: Dual Solenoid Electronic Unit Injection


Cam: SOHC


 Turbocharger: Variable Geometry 


Horsepower: 375-500


Torque (lb.-ft.): 1,450-1,850


Dry Weight (lbs.): 2,676


Life (B50/B10): 1,000,000 (B50)


 Warranty: 2 Years, 250,000 Miles

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PACCAR

Engine Manufacturer: 579


 Engine: MX-11, MX-13


Displacement (L):

MX-11: 10.8

MX-13: 12.9


Engine Block: Compacted Graphite Iron


 Fuel System: High Pressure Common Rail


Cam: SOHC


 Turbocharger: Variable Geometry


Horsepower: 

MX-11: 335-430

MX-13: 380-500


Torque (lb.-ft.):

MX-11: 1,150-1,650

MX-13: 1,450-1,850


Dry Weight (lbs.): 

MX-11: 2,200

MX-13: 2,600


Life (B50/B10): 1,000,000 (B10)


 Warranty: 2 Years, 250,000 Miles

Transmissions and Equipment

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International LT Series

Manual Transmissions:

Eaton Fuller Advantage: 10-speed

Eaton Fuller: 10-speed

Fuller: 9, 10, 13, 15, 18-speed


Automated Manual Transmissions:

Eaton Endurant: 11, 12-speed

Eaton Fuller UltraShift PLUS: 13, 18-speed

Eaton Fuller UltraShift PLUS LSE: 16-speed

Eaton Fuller Advantage: 10-speed 


Automatic Transmissions:

Allison

TC-10: 10-speed


Shifter:

Type: Multi-Function

Location: Steering Column

Functionality: Engine Brake Engagement, Transmission Mode and Gearing


 Clutches:

Eaton Fuller: Solo Advantage, Easy-Pedal Advantages, ECA-1850, ECA-2250


 Clutch Pedal: Standard Hydraulic with Air Assist 

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Freightliner New Cascadia

Manual Transmissions:

Eaton Fuller: Advantage (manual): 10-speed

Eaton Fuller: 9, 10, 13, 18-speed


Automated Manual Transmissions:

Eaton Fuller Advantage: 10-speed 

Detroit: DT12-DH1, DT12-OHI: 12-speed


Automatic Transmissions: Allison

3000: HS

4000: HS, RDS, TRV 


Shifter:

Type: SmartShift Shift-by-Wire

Location: Steering Column

Functionality: Transmission Actuation


 Clutches:

Eaton Fuller: Eaton Solo Advantage, ECA-1850, ECA-2250

Detroit: HD AMT Clutch


 Clutch Pedal: Standard Hydraulic with Air Assist 

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Volvo VNL 860

Manual Transmissions:

Eaton Fuller Advantage (manual): 10-speed

 Eaton Fuller: 9, 10, 13, 18-speed


Automated Manual Transmissions:

Eaton Fuller: UltraShift PLUS: 13, 18-speed, MHP, MXP Advantage/Smart Advantage: 10-speed

Volvo: I-shift: 12, 13, 14-speed


Automatic Transmissions: Not Available


Shifter:

Type: I-Shift Control

Location: Dash or Side of Seat

Functionality: Transmission Actuation


 Clutches:

Eaton Fuller: Solo Advantage, UltraShift PLUS Clutch

Volvo Sachs: Organic for I-shift


 Clutch Pedal: Standard Hydraulic with Air Assist 

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Peterbilt 579

Manual Transmissions:

Eaton Fuller Advantage (manual): 10-speed

 Eaton Fuller: 9, 10, 11, 13, 15, 18-speed


Automated Manual Transmissions:

Eaton: UltraShift Plus: 10, 11, 13, 18-speed, VCS, VMS, MHP, VXP, MXP, LSE, Advantage: 10-speed, Endurant: 12-speed

PACCAR: Automated: 12-speed


Automatic Transmissions:

Allison

3000: RDS-P, HS

4000: RDS-P, HS

4500: RDS

TC-10


Shifter:

Type: Auto or AMT Shift Control

Location: Dash or Column Mounted

Functionality: Transmission Actuation


 Clutches:

Eaton Fuller: Solo Advantage, Easy Pedal, UltraShift PLUS Clutch


 Clutch Pedal: Standard Hydraulic with Air Assist 

Why you should buy an International LT

Cab

  • Significant aerodynamic improvements and drivetrain optimization result in up to 9% improvement in fuel efficiency over previous model
  • Longer 125" BBC optimizes weight distribution and improves aerodynamics
  • Cab door design eliminates vent window seam and lowers the glass improving driver's visibility
  • Pedestal cab mirrors reduce wind noise, reduce drag and improve driver's visibility
  • Standard LED headlights and daytime running lights for outstanding nighttime visibility 

Cab Interior

  • Dash improves ergonomics and storage while providing an automotive-level fit and finish
  • Standard premium gauge cluster offers a class-leading driver interface and virtual gauges, improved connectivity and state-of-the art graphics
  • Interior features easy-to-clean Premium Soft-touch Vinyl to reduce the use of fabrics which tend to trap moisture and odours
  • Center console refined for more functional storage and improved ergonomics to easy movement from driver's seat to sleeper compartment
  • HVAC system is more reliable and features max Defrost feature for best-in-class defrost performance

Chassis

  • Improved harnessing and industry standard J1939 architecture for improved reliability
  • Single canister After-Treatment Device is up to 105 lbs. lighter and 60% smaller than the system it replaces
  • Many truck-wide improvements result in reduced weight for optimized loading and improved efficiency

Powertrain

  • Innovative steering column-mounted stalk shifter integrates transmission functionality and available engine braking
  • The International A26 provides efficient and reliable power in a light weight 12.4L platform
  • The Cummins X15 is available for applications requiring up to 2050 lb.-ft. of torque and 565 HP
  • Wide range of manual, automated, and automatic transmissions to fulfill the needs from across town to across the country

Support Services

  • Service before failure with OnCommand Connection which efficiently monitors all the vehicles in your fleet regardless of make or model
  • With 724 dealer locations, the industry's broadest and most capable support network is never far away