Allison Transmission Partners With Cummins to Conduct Successful Field Testing of New Natural Gas Engine
Allison Transmission has partnered with Cummins to test the new X15N 15-liter natural gas engine paired with the Allison 4000 Series transmission. Sandman, a bulk cement hauling fleet, completed over 50,000 miles of successful field testing, reporting significant improvements in fuel efficiency and performance. The combination demonstrated impressive results in a Peterbilt tractor pulling double trailers.
The 4000 Series transmission, designed for performance and fuel efficiency, features Allison's torque converter and FuelSense® 2.0 technology, offering up to 6% fuel savings. The X15N engine is 500 pounds lighter than its diesel counterpart, further enhancing fuel economy and emissions reduction. Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks equipped with this powertrain are now available to order.
Allison Transmission ha collaborato con Cummins per testare il nuovo motore a gas naturale X15N da 15 litri abbinato alla trasmissione Allison 4000 Series. Sandman, una flotta di trasporto di cemento sfuso, ha completato oltre 50.000 miglia di test sul campo di successo, riportando significativi miglioramenti in termini di efficienza dei consumi e prestazioni. La combinazione ha dimostrato risultati notevoli su un trattore Peterbilt che trainava doppi rimorchi.
La trasmissione 4000 Series, progettata per prestazioni ed efficienza nei consumi, presenta il convertitore di coppia Allison e la tecnologia FuelSense® 2.0, che consente un risparmio di fino al 6% sul carburante. Il motore X15N è 500 libbre più leggero rispetto al suo omologo diesel, migliorando ulteriormente l'economia di carburante e riducendo le emissioni. I camion Peterbilt e Kenworth dotati di questo gruppo propulsore sono ora disponibili per la prenotazione.
Allison Transmission se ha asociado con Cummins para probar el nuevo motor de gas natural X15N de 15 litros emparejado con la transmisión Allison 4000 Series. Sandman, una flota de transporte de cemento a granel, ha completado más de 50,000 millas de pruebas de campo exitosas, informando mejoras significativas en eficiencia de combustible y rendimiento. La combinación demostró resultados impresionantes en un tractor Peterbilt que remolcaba dobles tráilers.
La transmisión 4000 Series, diseñada para rendimiento y eficiencia de combustible, cuenta con el convertidor de par de Allison y la tecnología FuelSense® 2.0, que ofrece hasta un 6% de ahorro en combustible. El motor X15N es 500 libras más ligero que su contraparte diésel, lo que mejora aún más la economía de combustible y la reducción de emisiones. Los camiones Peterbilt y Kenworth equipados con este tren motriz ya están disponibles para ordenar.
앨리슨 트랜스미션은 커민스와 협력하여 15리터 천연가스 엔진 X15N과 앨리슨 4000 시리즈 변속기를 테스트했습니다. 대량 시멘트 운송 업체인 샌드맨은 50,000마일 이상의 성공적인 현장 테스트를 완료하고 연료 효율성 및 성능에서 상당한 개선을 보고했습니다. 이 조합은 두 대의 트레일러를 끌고 있는 피터빌트 트랙터에서 인상적인 결과를 보여주었습니다.
성능과 연료 효율성을 위해 설계된 4000 시리즈 변속기는 앨리슨의 토크 컨버터와 FuelSense® 2.0 기술을 특징으로 하여 최대 6%의 연료 절약을 제공합니다. X15N 엔진은 디젤 엔진보다 500파운드 더 가벼워 연료 경제성과 배출 감소를 더욱 향상시킵니다. 이 파워트레인으로 장착된 피터빌트 및 켄워스 트럭이 현재 주문 가능합니다.
Allison Transmission s'est associé à Cummins pour tester le nouveau moteur à gaz naturel X15N de 15 litres associé à la transmission Allison 4000 Series. Sandman, une flotte de transport de ciment en vrac, a réalisé plus de 50 000 miles de tests sur le terrain réussis, rapportant des améliorations significatives en termes de rendement énergétique et de performance. Cette combinaison a montré des résultats impressionnants avec un tracteur Peterbilt tirant des remorques doubles.
La transmission 4000 Series, conçue pour la performance et l'efficacité énergétique, comprend le convertisseur de couple d'Allison et la technologie FuelSense® 2.0, offrant jusqu'à 6 % d'économies de carburant. Le moteur X15N est 500 livres plus léger que son homologue diesel, ce qui améliore encore l'économie de carburant et la réduction des émissions. Les camions Peterbilt et Kenworth équipés de ce groupe motopropulseur sont désormais disponibles à la commande.
Allison Transmission hat sich mit Cummins zusammengetan, um den neuen X15N 15-Liter-Erdgasmotor in Kombination mit dem Allison 4000 Series-Getriebe zu testen. Sandman, eine Flotte für den Transport von Schüttzement, hat über 50.000 Meilen erfolgreicher Feldtests abgeschlossen und bedeutende Verbesserungen bei der Kraftstoffeffizienz und Leistung gemeldet. Die Kombination lieferte beeindruckende Ergebnisse in einem Peterbilt-Traktor, der doppelte Anhänger zog.
Das 4000 Series-Getriebe, das für Leistung und Kraftstoffeffizienz ausgelegt ist, verfügt über Allison's Drehmomentwandler und die FuelSense® 2.0 Technologie, die Einsparungen von bis zu 6% beim Kraftstoff ermöglicht. Der X15N-Motor wiegt 500 Pfund weniger als sein Diesel-Pendant, was die Kraftstoffwirtschaftlichkeit und Emissionsreduzierung weiter verbessert. Peterbilt- und Kenworth-Lkw, die mit diesem Antriebsstrang ausgestattet sind, sind jetzt zur Bestellung verfügbar.
- Successful completion of 50,000 miles field testing with significant improvements in fuel efficiency and performance
- Allison 4000 Series transmission with FuelSense® 2.0 technology offers up to 6% fuel savings
- X15N engine is 500 pounds lighter than the diesel version, enhancing fuel economy and emissions reduction
- Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks with X15N and Allison transmission combination now available to order
- Partnership with Cummins strengthens Allison's position in alternative fuel solutions
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The collaboration between Allison Transmission and Cummins to test the new Cummins X15N natural gas engine paired with the Allison 4000 Series transmission is noteworthy for several reasons. Firstly, the successful field testing over 50,000 miles with significant improvements in fuel efficiency and performance strongly indicates potential cost savings for fleets. Lower fuel consumption means reduced operational costs, which can have a direct positive impact on the bottom line.
Additionally, this partnership positions both Allison and Cummins favorably within the alternative fuel market, which is increasingly important as emissions regulations tighten. This could enhance their competitive edge, leading to increased market share. For investors, this signifies a solid growth prospect in a market segment that shows considerable promise. Lastly, the fact that trucks equipped with these technologies are already available for order is a positive signal about the readiness and commercial viability of the product.
This collaboration is a strategic move addressing the rising demand for more sustainable and efficient transportation solutions. The successful field test and the reported improvements in fuel efficiency and performance can potentially drive a strong uptake of the Cummins X15N engine paired with the Allison 4000 Series transmission among fleet operators. This is especially significant given the growing market trends towards alternative fuels and stringent emission norms.
Furthermore, the versatility of Allison's fully automatic transmissions, being fuel agnostic, positions the company well to cater to diverse energy needs, including electric hybrids and battery electrics. For investors, this adaptability could mean sustained relevance and demand across various market conditions, which bodes well for long-term stability and growth.
From a technological perspective, the pairing of the Cummins X15N engine with Allison’s 4000 Series transmission represents a significant advancement. The engine's lighter weight compared to its diesel counterparts and the integration with Allison's FuelSense® 2.0 technology underscores a commitment to performance, efficiency and sustainability. These technological enhancements not only meet current emission standards but also offer tangible benefits in terms of fuel savings and operational efficiency.
Moreover, Allison’s fuel agnostic transmissions offer flexibility and future-proofing as the industry evolves towards various energy solutions. For technology-oriented stakeholders, this development highlights robust innovation and a forward-looking approach, making Allison and Cummins attractive for continued investment and partnerships in the evolving energy landscape.
"More than 20 years ago, we integrated Allison fully automatic transmissions, which changed the world for our drivers who haul 80,000-pound loads in stop-and-go traffic between
The 4000 Series transmission is designed to deliver both performance and fuel efficiency. Allison's torque converter multiplies engine torque to significantly improve startability, drivability and overall productivity. Pairing the 4000 Series with the X15N, which is 500 pounds lighter than the diesel version of the 15-liter engine, will deliver additional fuel savings and emissions reductions for fleets, reducing total cost of vehicle ownership while supporting corporate social responsibility objectives. The 4000 Series transmission used in Sandman's trial is also calibrated with FuelSense® 2.0, a unique set of software and electronic controls that provide quantifiable fuel savings of up to
"Allison fully automatic transmissions are fuel agnostic, meaning they can pair with multiple energy sources, including diesel, natural gas, electric hybrid, fuel cell and battery electric. As the industry continues to evaluate electric vehicle technology and works to overcome the hurdles facing this technology adoption, more customers are expected to adopt alternative fuel engines as a solution to meet increasing emissions stringencies," said Rohan Barua, Vice President, North America Sales, Global Channel and Aftermarket, Allison Transmission. "We look forward to partnering with Cummins and leading OEMs to help fleets reduce their carbon footprint without sacrificing fleet productivity and efficiency. We're confident the Cummins X15N and Allison transmission pairing is an optimal solution."
Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks equipped with the X15N and Allison fully automatic transmissions are now available to order. To learn more about the Allison advantage with natural gas engines, visit allisontransmission.com.
About Allison Transmission
Allison Transmission (NYSE: ALSN) is a leading designer and manufacturer of propulsion solutions for commercial and defense vehicles and the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions that Improve the Way the World Works. Allison products are used in a wide variety of applications, including on-highway trucks (distribution, refuse, construction, fire and emergency), buses (school, transit and coach), motorhomes, off-highway vehicles and equipment (energy, mining and construction applications) and defense vehicles (tactical wheeled and tracked). Founded in 1915, the company is headquartered in
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