Medium-Duty Truck Comparison Guide

How do medium truck models from International, Mack, Hino and Freightliner compare? This medium-duty truck comparison guide compares the most popular medium-duty trucks in detail to demonstrate how each truck compares to its competition. Included in the guide are comparisons of cabs, engines, electrical systems, chassis and frame, axles and measurability and transmissions. Everything you need to make an informed buying decision is in this medium-duty class 5/6 truck comparison guide. Make an informed medium-duty truck buying decision - check out this guide before you buy.

Competitive Set

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International MV Series

Model: MV


 BBC: 107"


BA: 40"


Engine: Cummins™ B6.7 300 HP


 Transmission: Allison 3500 RDS


Frame: 120,000 PSI


 Front Axle: MFS-14-122 14K


Rear Axle: 21060D 21K


Rear Suspension: Multi-leaf 20K


Tire Manufacturer: Continental


Front Tires: 255/12R22.5


Front Tire Tread: HSR2


Rear Tires: 255/12R22.5


 Rear Tire Tread: DH37


 Base Warranty: 2 Years

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Mack MD6

Model: Mack MD6


 BBC: 103"


BA: 40"


Engine: Cummins B6.7 260 HP


 Transmission: Allison 2500 RDS


Frame: 120,000 PSI


 Front Axle: MFS+ 10,000 lbs


Rear Axle: MS-21-13X 21,000 lbs


Rear Suspension: AL210 21,000 lbs


Tire Manufacturer: Bridgestone


Front Tires: 11R22.5


Front Tire Tread: R268


Rear Tires: 11R22.5


 Rear Tire Tread: M760


 Base Warranty: 2 Years

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Hino 268A

Model: 268A


 BBC: 108"


BA: 40.6"


Engine: Hino JO8E-VB 260 HP


 Transmission: Allison 2500 RDS


Frame: 80,000 PSI


 Front Axle: MFS10 10,000 lbs


Rear Axle: RS-19-145 19,000 lbs


Rear Suspension: Semi-elliptical 21,000 lbs


Tire Manufacturer: Bridgestone


Front Tires: 11R22.5


Front Tire Tread: R268


Rear Tires: 11R22.5


 Rear Tire Tread: M726EL


 Base Warranty: 2 Years

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Freightliner M2 106

Model: M2 106


 BBC: 106"


BA: 41"


Engine: Detroit™ DD5™ 230 HP


 Transmission: Allison 2500 HS


Frame: 120,000 PSI


 Front Axle: DA-F-10.0-3 10,000 lbs


Rear Axle: DA-RS-19.0-4 19,000 lbs


Rear Suspension: AirLiner 21,000 lbs


Tire Manufacturer: BF Goodrich


Front Tires: 11R22.5


Front Tire Tread: ST230


Rear Tires: 11R22.5


 Rear Tire Tread: DR444


 Base Warranty: 2 Years

Efficiency

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International MV Series

Available BBCs (Reg., Ext., Crew Cabs): 107", 132.9", 150.9"


 Windshield Slope: 63 degrees


 Cab Construction: Welded High Strength Steel


Available Cabs: Regular, 26" Extended, 44" Crew


 Door Construction: Steel


Cab Suspension:

Standard: 4 Point Rubber Mounts

Optional: Air Ride


Widest Door Opening Angle: 64 degrees


Hood Design: 3-Piece Composite


Hood Tilt Effort: 11.4 lbs.


Hood Operation Dampening: Dampened Closing


 Inside/Outside Air (snow valve): Not Available


Hood Hatch: Available 

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Mack MD6

Available BBCs (Reg., Ext., Crew Cabs): 103"


 Windshield Slope: 70 degrees


 Cab Construction: Welded Steel


Available Cabs: Regular


 Door Construction: Steel


Cab Suspension: Air Ride


Widest Door Opening Angle: 74 degrees


Hood Design: 1-Piece Composite


Hood Tilt Effort: 72.0 lbs.


Hood Operation Dampening: Dampened Open


 Inside/Outside Air (snow valve): Not Available


Hood Hatch: Not Available 

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Hino 268A

Available BBCs (Reg., Ext., Crew Cabs): 108", 138"


 Windshield Slope: 75 degrees


 Cab Construction: Welded Steel


Available Cabs: Regular, 30" Extended


 Door Construction: Steel


Cab Suspension:

Standard: 4 Point Rubber Mounts


Widest Door Opening Angle: 69 degrees


Hood Design: 1-Piece Composite


Hood Tilt Effort: 22.0 lbs.


Hood Operation Dampening: Dampened Closing


 Inside/Outside Air (snow valve): Not Available


Hood Hatch: Not Available 

Photo of a Freightliner M2 106 Truck

Freightliner M2 106

Available BBCs (Reg., Ext., Crew Cabs): 106", 132", 154"


 Windshield Slope: 65 degrees


 Cab Construction: Aluminum


Available Cabs: Regular, 26" Extended, 48" Crew


 Door Construction: Steel


Cab Suspension:

Standard: 4 Point Rubber Mounts

Optional: Air Ride, Leaf Spring


Widest Door Opening Angle: 65 degrees


Hood Design: 1-Piece Composite


Hood Tilt Effort: 32.3 lbs.


Hood Operation Dampening: Dampened Open and Closing


 Inside/Outside Air (snow valve): Not Available


Hood Hatch: Not Available 

Cab Size and Dimensions

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International MV Series

Width:

A-pillar to A-pillar at Dash: 69.25"

B-pillar to B-pillar at Dash: 72"

Cab Width at Shoulder Level: 78"

Cab Width at Hip Level: 72.5"

Centerline of Seat to Door at Hips: 14.25" 


Depth:

A-pillar to Back of Cab at Dash: 44.5"

A-pillar to Back of Cab at Roof: 36.5"

Fuel Pedal Centerline to Back of Cab: 46.5"


Height:

Floor to Roof at Dash Edge: 51.25"

Floor to Roof at Seat Edge: 56.5"

Floor to Roof at B-pillar: 56.75"


 Total Volume (cu. ft.): 93 

Photo of the Inside of a Mack MD6 Truck

Mack MD6

Width:

A-pillar to A-pillar at Dash: 68.75"

B-pillar to B-pillar at Dash: 67.25"

Cab Width at Shoulder Level: 74.5"

Cab Width at Hip Level: 65.5"

Centerline of Seat to Door at Hips: 11.75" 


Depth:

A-pillar to Back of Cab at Dash: 38.75"

A-pillar to Back of Cab at Roof: 35.25"

Fuel Pedal Centerline to Back of Cab: 45.5"


Height:

Floor to Roof at Dash Edge: 52.25"

Floor to Roof at Seat Edge: 56.5"

Floor to Roof at B-pillar: 56.5"


 Total Volume (cu. ft.): 86

Photo of the Inside of a Hino 268A Truck

Hino 268A

Width:

A-pillar to A-pillar at Dash: 70"

B-pillar to B-pillar at Dash: 73"

Cab Width at Shoulder Level: 79"

Cab Width at Hip Level: 74"

Centerline of Seat to Door at Hips: 15.25" 


Depth:

A-pillar to Back of Cab at Dash: 45.5"

A-pillar to Back of Cab at Roof: 42"

Fuel Pedal Centerline to Back of Cab: 45"


Height:

Floor to Roof at Dash Edge: 54"

Floor to Roof at Seat Edge: 60"

Floor to Roof at B-pillar: 60"


 Total Volume (cu. ft.): 105 

Photo of the Inside of a Freightliner M2 106 Truck

Freightliner M2 106

Width:

A-pillar to A-pillar at Dash: 73.5"

B-pillar to B-pillar at Dash: 72"

Cab Width at Shoulder Level: 76.75"

Cab Width at Hip Level: 71.5"

Centerline of Seat to Door at Hips: 14.5" 


Depth:

A-pillar to Back of Cab at Dash: 45.25"

A-pillar to Back of Cab at Roof: 39.5"

Fuel Pedal Centerline to Back of Cab: 45.5"


Height:

Floor to Roof at Dash Edge: 51.5"

Floor to Roof at Seat Edge: 56"

Floor to Roof at B-pillar: 49.5"


 Total Volume (cu. ft.): 91 

Chassis and Frame Equipment

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International MV Series

Frame Ratings:

Yield (PSI): 50,000, 80,000, 120,000

SM (in³): 10.74-20.11

RBM (in.-lbs.): 859,200 - 2,413,300

Number of Frames Available: 10


 Available Reinforcements:

Full: Not Available

Patrial: Not Available


Low Pro Chassis Configuration: Available


 Front of Frame Extensions: 20" Integral, 20" Bolt-On, 4" Bumper Extension


 Fuel Tanks:

Type: D-Style/Cylindrical Aluminum

Total Capacity: 40-140 Gallons

Depth of Cross Section: D-Style (16", 19"), Cylindrical (24")


Exhaust ATD Configurations: Horizontal/Vertical

Location: RH Under Cab/RH Back of Cab


 Exhaust Stack Configurations: 

Vertical: Single

Horizontal: Single


DEF Tank Sizes: 5, 7, 15, 16.5 Gallons

Photo of a Mack MD6 Truck Chassis

Mack MD6

Frame Ratings:

Yield (PSI): 120,000

SM (in³): 13.3-14.8

RBM (in.-lbs.): 1,370,000 - 1,547,000

Number of Frames Available: 2


Available Reinforcements:

Full: Not Available

Patrial: Not Available


Low Pro Chassis Configuration: Available


 Front of Frame Extensions: Not Available


 Fuel Tanks:

Type: Cylindrical Aluminum

Total Capacity: 50-90 Gallons

Depth of Cross Section: 22"


Exhaust ATD Configurations:

Mounting: Horizontal

Location: RH Under Cab


 Exhaust Stack Configurations: 

Vertical: Not Available

Horizontal: Single


DEF Tank Sizes: 6.6 Gallons

Photo of a Hino 268A Truck Chassis

Hino 268A

Frame Ratings:

Yield (PSI): 80,000, 120,000

SM (in³): 13.02-16.11

RBM (in.-lbs.): 2,063,800 - 3,866,400

Number of Frames Available: 3


Available Reinforcements:

Full: Not Available

Patrial: Not Available


Low Pro Chassis Configuration: Available


 Front of Frame Extensions: 4" Extended Bumper


 Fuel Tanks:

Type: Rectangular Aluminum

Total Capacity: 50-100 Gallons

Depth of Cross Section: 21"


Exhaust ATD Configurations:

Mounting: Horizontal

Location: RH Under Cab


 Exhaust Stack Configurations: 

Vertical: Single

Horizontal: Single


DEF Tank Sizes: 4.7 Gallons

Photo of a Freightliner M2 106 Chassis

Freightliner M2 106

Frame Ratings:

Yield (PSI): 50,000, 80,000, 120,000

SM (in³): 10.2-21.6

RBM (in.-lbs.): 508,000 - 3,715,000

Number of Frames Available: 12


Available Reinforcements:

Full: .25" Inner C-Channel

Patrial: .25" Partial Inner L-Sert


Low Pro Chassis Configuration: Available


 Front of Frame Extensions: 8" Bolt-On


 Fuel Tanks:

Type: Rectangular/Cylindrical Aluminum

Total Capacity: 28-200 Gallons

Depth of Cross Section: Rectangular: 12", 14", 18", Cylindrical: 23"


Exhaust ATD Configurations:

Mounting: Horizontal/Vertical

Location: RH Under Cab/LH/RH Back of Cab


 Exhaust Stack Configurations: 

Vertical: Single

Horizontal: Single


DEF Tank Sizes: 6, 13, 23 Gallons

Axles and Maneuverability

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International MV Series

Axle Configurations:

Set-Forward: Not Available

Set-Back: 40"


Front Axles: Dana Spicer, Meritor, Hendrickson NXT

Capacities: 8,000-14,700 lbs.

Front Drive Axles - Capacities: Not Available


Front Suspension:

Spring Type: Taper-leaf

Capacities: 8,000-14,700 lbs.


Standard Steering Gear: TRW TAS-40


 inside Wheel Cut:

Left: 50 degrees

Right: 51 degrees


Measured Axle Track (211" WB LH): 27.8'


Rear Axles: Dana Spicer, Meritor

Single: 13,500-30,000 lbs.

Tandem: 34,000-40,000 lbs.


Rear Suspensions:

Spring: International® Vari-rate/Multi-leaf

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

Capacities: 13,500-40,000 lbs.

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Mack MD6

Axle Configurations:

Set-Forward: Not Available

Set-Back: 40"


Front Axles: Meritor

Capacities: 10,000-12,300 lbs.

Front Drive Axles - Capacities: Not Available


Front Suspension:

Spring Type: Taper-leaf

Capacities: 10,000-12,000 lbs.


Standard Steering Gear: Not Published


 inside Wheel Cut:

Left: 47 degrees

Right: 46 degrees


Measured Axle Track (211" WB LH): 33.4'


Rear Axles: Meritor

Single: 17,000-21,000 lbs.

Tandem: Not Available


Rear Suspensions:

Spring: Multi-leaf

Air: AL

Capacities: 17,500-21,000 lbs.

Photo of a Hino 268A Truck Wheel

Hino 268A

Axle Configurations:

Set-Forward: Not Available

Set-Back: 40.6"


Front Axles: Meritor

Capacities: 8,000-14,000 lbs.

Front Drive Axles - Capacities: Not Available


Front Suspension:

Spring Type: Taper-leaf

Capacities: 8,000-14,000 lbs.


Standard Steering Gear: TRW THP-60


 inside Wheel Cut:

Left: 50 degrees

Right: 49 degrees


Measured Axle Track (211" WB LH): 27.9'


Rear Axles: Meritor

Single: 17,500-23,000 lbs.

Tandem: Not Available


Rear Suspensions:

Spring: Semi-elliptical leaf

Air: Hendrickson Comfort Air

Capacities: 19,000-23,000 lbs.

Photo of a Freightliner M2 106 Truck Wheel

Freightliner M2 106

Axle Configurations:

Set-Forward: Not Available

Set-Back: 41"


Front Axles: Detroit, Meritor

Capacities: 6,000-20,000 lbs.

Front Drive Axles - Capacities: 10,000-18,000 lbs.


Front Suspension:

Spring Type: Taper-leaf/Flat-leaf

Capacities: 6,000-20,000 lbs.


Standard Steering Gear: TRW TAS-64


 inside Wheel Cut:

Left: 50 degrees

Right: 50 degrees


Measured Axle Track (211" WB LH): 27.9'


Rear Axles: Dana Spicer, Meritor, Detroit

Single: 17,500-31,000 lbs.

Tandem: 40,000-46,000 lbs.


Rear Suspensions:

Spring: Multi-leaf, Flat-leaf, TurTrac, Hendrickson RT, HAULMAAX

Air: AirLiner, Hendrickson PRIMAAX

Capacities: 12,500-46,000 lbs.

Elecrical and Lighting

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International MV Series

Panel Locations: In Cab, Passenger Side Dash-Top

Access: No Tools Required


Batteries: 2 to 4 Batteries

Amperage: 1,300-3,450 CCA


Battery Box:

Material: Steel, Galvanized Steel, Aluminum

Cover: Plastic, Polished Aluminum, Fiberglass

Location: LH/RH Under Cab, LH Back of Cab


Alternators: Delco-Remy, Leece-Neville

Amperage: 160-325


 Jump Start Provision: Inside Battery Box, Remote Outside Battery Box


Circuit Protection: Manual Reset Circuit Breakers w/ Trip Indicators

Optional:


Upfitter Auxiliary Switches: Up to 30 Switches


Body Builder Wiring Access: Back of Cab, End of Frame

Photo of a Mack MD6 Truck Electrical Panel

Mack MD6

Panel Locations: In Cab, top middle of dash

Access:  Tools required


Batteries: 2 Batteries

Amperage: 1,520 CCA


Battery Box:

Material: Steel

Cover: Composite

Location: RH Side Under Cab


Alternators: Delco-Remy

Amperage: 145


 Jump Start Provision: Not Available


Circuit Protection: Solid-State and Fuses


Upfitter Auxiliary Switches: Not Available


Body Builder Wiring Access: Back of Cab, End of Frame

Photo of a Hino 268A Truck Electrical Panel

Hino 268A

Panel Locations: In Cab, Passenger Side Dash

Access: No Tools Required


Batteries: 2 or 3 Batteries

Amperage: 1,300-1,850 CCA


Battery Box:

Material: Steel

Cover: Plastic

Location: LH Side Under Cab


Alternators: Delco-Remy

Amperage: 130-200


 Jump Start Provision: Provision in block heater receptacle bracket (customer install)


Circuit Protection: Solid-State and Fuses


Upfitter Auxiliary Switches: Up to 5 Switches


Body Builder Wiring Access: Back of Cab, End of Frame

Photo of a Freightliner M2 106 Truck Electrical Panel

Freightliner M2 106

Panel Locations: Under Hood

Access: No Tools Required


Batteries: 2, 3 or 4 Batteries

Amperage: 1,850-4,400 CCA


Battery Box:

Material: Steel

Cover: Plastic, Aluminum, Diamond Plate

Location: LH Side Under Cab, Back of Cab


Alternators: Delco-Remy, Leece-Neville

Amperage: 160-320


 Jump Start Provision: LH Back of Cab, Frame at Starter


Circuit Protection: Solid-State and Fuses

Optional: Spare Fuse Kit


Upfitter Auxiliary Switches: Up to 10 Switches


Body Builder Wiring Access: Back of Cab, End of Frame

Engine Specifications

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Cummins (Int & Mack)

 Engine: B6.7L


Displacement (L): 6.7


Engine Block: Gray Iron


 Fuel System: High Pressure Common Rail (HPCR)


Camshaft : SOHC


 Turbocharger: Variable Geometry (VGT)


Horsepower: 200-360


Torque (lb.-ft.): 520-800


Dry Weight (lbs.): 1,150 lbs.


Life (B50/B10): Not Published


 Warranty: 3 Years/Unlimited Miles


 Maintenance Intervals²:

Engine: Cummins B6.7

Oil and Filter (miles): Up to 30,000

Fuel Filter (miles): 60,000

Coolant Filter (miles): Not Published

Valve Lash (miles): 150,000

DPF Cleaning (miles): 200,000

DEF Pump Filter (miles): 200,000

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Hino

 Engine: JO8E


Displacement (L): 8


Engine Block: Parent Bore


 Fuel System: High Pressure Common Rail


Camshaft : SOHC


 Turbocharger: Variable Geometry (VGT)


Horsepower: 220-260


Torque (lb.-ft.): 520-660


Dry Weight (lbs.): 1,458 lbs.


Life (B50/B10): 500,000 (B50)


 Warranty: 2 Years/Unlimited Miles


 Maintenance Intervals²:

Engine: JO8-EV

Oil and Filter (miles): 15,000

Fuel Filter (miles): 20,000

Coolant Filter (miles): Not Published

Valve Lash (miles): 50,000

DPF Cleaning (miles): No Interval Required

DEF Pump Filter (miles): 150,000

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Detroit

Engine: DD5


Displacement (L): 5.1


Engine Block: Rib Cast Iron


 Fuel System: Advanced Common Rail


Camshaft : SOHC


 Turbocharger: Variable Geometry (VGT)


Horsepower: 210-230


Torque (lb.-ft.): 575-660


Dry Weight (lbs.): 1,188 lbs.


Life (B50/B10): 400,000 (B10)


 Warranty: 3 Years/250,000 Miles


 Maintenance Intervals²:

Engine: Cummins DD5

Oil and Filter (miles): 35,000-50,000

Fuel Filter (miles): 35,000-50,000

Coolant Filter (miles): Not Published

Valve Lash (miles): 70,000-100,000

DPF Cleaning (miles): Dash light will illuminate

DEF Pump Filter (miles): 300,000

Transmissions and Equipment

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International MV Series

Manual Transmissions: Eaton Fuller: 6, 10-speed


Automated Transmissions: Eaton Fuller Advantage: 10-speed 


Automatic Transmissions:

Allison: 1000, 2000, 3000 (HS, EVS, RDS, MH)

Speeds: 5, 6-speed


Shifter: Column Mounted Stalk Shifter, T-Handle Dash Mounted Shifter


 PTO Locations:

Eaton Fuller: FR/FRO Manual: 6-Bolt

LH/RH Side/Rear Mount

Model/Size/Location:

Advantage Series: 6, 8-Bolt, LH Bottom/RH Side/Rear Mount

Allison: 1000, 2000: 6-Bolt, LH/RH Side Mount/Provision for Top (3000 Series) Mount

Allison: 3000: 10-Bolt, LH/RH Side, RH Top Mount


 Clutches:

Eaton Fuller: Solo Advantage®, Kwik-Adjust, Maintenance Free, Adjustment Free

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Mack MD6

Manual Transmissions: Not Available


Automated Transmissions: Not Available


Automatic Transmissions:

Allison: 2000 (HS, RDS)

Speeds: 6-speed


Shifter: T-Handle- Lower Dash Mounted


 PTO Size and Location: Allison: 2000: 6-Bolt, LH/RH Side Mount


 Clutches: Not Available

Photo of an International MV Truck Transmission

Hino 268A

Manual Transmissions: Eaton Fuller: 6-speed


Automated Transmissions: Not Available


Automatic Transmissions:

Allison: 2000, 3000 (HS, RDS)

Speeds: 6-speed


Shifter: T-Handle Console Mounted Shifter


 PTO Size and Location:

Eaton Fuller: FR/FRO Manual: 6-Bolt, LH/RH Side/Rear Mount

Model/Size/Location:

Allison: 1000, 2000, 3000: 6-Bolt, LH/RH Side Mount


 Clutches:

Eaton Fuller: Solo Advantage®

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Freightliner M2 106

Manual Transmissions:

Eaton Fuller: 6, 7, 9, 10, 11-speed

Mercedes: 6-speed


Automated Transmissions:

Mercedes: MB Series: 6-speed


Automatic Transmissions:

Allison: 1000, 2000, 3000 (HS, RDS, TRV, EVS, MH) 4, 5, 6-speed


Shifter:

SmartShift Column Shifter

Push Button Dash Mounted Shifter

T-Handle Dash/Console Mounted Shifter


 PTO Size and Location:

Eaton Fuller: FR/FRO/RT/RTO Manual: 6, 8-Bolt, LH/RH Side/Rear/LH Bottom Mount

Model/Size/Location:

Allison: 1000, 2000, 3000: 6-Bolt, LH/RH Side Mount

Mercedes: MBT: 6-Bolt, RH Bottom Mount


 Clutches:

Eaton Fuller: Solo Advantage®

Maintenance Free, Adjustment Free

ZF-Sachs: Extended, Organic

Why you should buy an International MV

Cab

  • An all new interior offers an improved ergonomic design, including better elbow room, hip room and leg room.
  • New cab door design eliminates vent window seam and lowers the glass improving driver's visibility
  • Improved door sealing and floor insulation for a quieter cab
  • New pedestal cab mirrors reduce wind noise, reduce drag and improve driver's visibility
  • Improved cab mirror serviceability with fewer mounting bolts, wiring connector located at the base and improved glass replacement

Cab Interior

  • All-new dash improves ergonomics and storage while providing and automotive-level fit and finish
  • Standard premium gauge cluster offers a class-leading driver interface with virtual gauges, improved connectivity and state-of-the art graphics
  • All-new HVAC has been completely redesigned for improved reliability and provides max defrost feature for best-in-class defrost performance
  • New, stronger doors open wider and include redesigned side glass for improved line of sight
  • Up to 30 fully customizable, user-replaceable switches are available for any application

Chassis

  • Improved harnessing and industry standard electrical system architecture for improved reliability and maximum uptime
  • In-cab power distribution module is protected from the elements
  • Single canister After-Treatment Device is lighter and 70% smaller than the system it replaces
  • Looking to attach a body to your chassis? Learn more about upfitting truck bodies here.

Powertrain

  • Industry-leading Cummins® engines provide exceptional power and reliability
  • New steering column-mounted stalk shifter integrates transmission functionality and available engine braking
  • Wide range of manual, automated and automatic transmissions to address all your needs across town and at the job site

Upfitting

  • Latest International® Truck Diamond® Logic electrical system, widely considered the most advanced in the industry
  • Ability to write custom logic for your application through Diamond Logic Builder