Kenworth offers T800 with Allison automatic transmission

Kenworth has announced customers can now order the Kenworth T800 with an Allison 4000 and 4500 series automatic transmission when spec’d with a 1,650 lb-ft. or less Cummins ISX engine.

The automatic transmissions are designed for rugged duty or highway truck operators looking for improved productivity and durability at a lower cost of ownership, Kenworth said.

According to Allison, the transmission’s torque converter provides seamless full power shifts, which saves time on routes.