Allison Transmission Launches 6000 Series Transmission for Wide Body Dump Truck Market
Allison Transmission debuted the Allison's 6000 Series transmission for wide-body dump (WBD) trucks at Bauma CHINA 2024, an international tradeshow for construction and mining machinery. The 6625 WBD transmission is designed to meet the high-performance demands of WBD trucks under rigorous operating conditions, offering unparalleled operational efficiency and reduced total cost of ownership. It is available in Canada.
"The launch of the 6000 Series transmission in WBD trucks underscores Allison's commitment to delivering specialized solutions to customers in China and the export markets they serve," said Brian Geiselhart, Executive Director, Asia Pacific Sales, Allison Transmission. "The diversification of our portfolio supports Allison's strategic growth initiative to increase our market share in off-highway applications outside North America."
The solution was developed based on the 6000 Off-Road Series (ORS) transmissions, which have a proven track record as reliable workhorses in mining trucks worldwide. Through close OEM partnership with premium brands such as Lingong Heavy Machinery Co. Ltd. (LGMG) and stringent field testing in Indonesia, Vietnam and Chile, the Allison 6625 WBD transmission has proven its effectiveness in the WBD truck sector. Originally designed for heavy-duty vehicles including off-highway trucks, oil field rigs and cranes, this transmission now supports higher-tonnage WBD trucks, reaching a maximum gross vehicle weight (GVW) of up to 136 metric tons. As the WBD truck market continues to expand and evolve, Allison is committed to continually updating our product portfolio to provide customers with a broader portfolio of solutions to choose from based on their unique needs.
Featuring Allison's patented torque converter and Continuous Power Technology, the 6625 WBD transmission enables smooth, high torque starts and delivers continuous powerful output. To anticipate maintenance needs, the transmission features advanced diagnostic capabilities, allowing drivers to monitor transmission status in real time. The Shift Energy Management function effectively protects the transmission clutch and reduces shift shocks.
For more information on Allison's 6000 Series transmissions, visit https://www.allisontransmission.com/applications--products/products/6000-series.
