New Mercedes Auto Trany-anyone driving one?

Discussion in 'Freightliner Forum' started by TexasPhoenix, Nov 27, 2014.

  1. TexasPhoenix

    TexasPhoenix Medium Load Member

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    Starting to do my research on the new auto trany that Freightliner is introducing. Currently, I drive a Volvo I-shift that I really like. In the spring I plan on a new purchase. Need to know what people are experiencing with the auto Freightliners. I have had no problem with my I-shift. Am a bit leery on trying out something new and paying dearly in the end.
     
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  3. allisonisatranny

    allisonisatranny Light Load Member

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    They are a pretty good transmission. But, I would be getting an Allison TC-10 or HD4060, both are full and real automatics with torque converters. The feel of them is much different then any auto shift you will ever drive. With the Allison, you don't have to worry about it getting stuck in gear and torque locking at a dock and not being able to start. OR, replacing the electric shift actuators. They may cost more, but well worth it IMO.
     
  4. train777

    train777 Bobtail Member

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    The only new trucks, you can get Allison TC-10 are International and Pete, this might change in the future, but this is the reality now. The TC-10 is not available for fitting on old trucks or Glider. Otherwise great transmission, but very low availability.
     
  5. MileHiGuy

    MileHiGuy Bobtail Member

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    Does anybody know the final drive ratio of the TC10 vs the HD4060?

    thank you
     
  6. 98989

    98989 Road Train Member

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    that is very similar, i would say volvo is a little bit ahead but now with 3rd generation of powershift mercedes get very close to ishift......



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  7. Cranky Yankee

    Cranky Yankee Cranky old ######

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    I have a new freightliner with the mercedes 12 speed
    hooked to a DD 15 all the autos get better mileage then the 13 speeds
    I never felt the need to put it in manual it shifts better and faster then I do
    running WI to CA
     
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