Detroit’s DT12-VL vocational transmission designed for weight-sensitive applications
Detroit has launched its DT12-VL for heavy-duty vocational applications where it’s important to maximize payload.
The latest addition to the DT12 vocational transmission lineup offers improved off-road performance and drivability in a lighter-weight package, the company announced.
It offers a 125-lb. (57-kg.) weight savings over the DT12-V, making it ideal for mixers, dumps, bulk haulers and other weight-sensitive applications. The transmission is rated for 1,650 lb.-ft. of torque and boasts 12 forward and four reverse speeds.
It’s limited to a GCWR of 80,000 lb. (36,363 kg).
“The DT12-VL is a testament to our commitment to the vocational customer, and to our ability to adapt and innovate on proven solutions,” said Aaron Scates, vice president vocational and medium-duty market development, Daimler Truck North America.
“When we introduced the DT12-V and DT12-VX, we raised the bar in terms of how an automated manual transmission performs in the vocational market; features like Hill Start Aid, Off-Road, Rock-Free, and Paver mode give operators confidence in both capability and control. With the DT12-VL, we can offer the benefits of the Vocational DT12 to customers that need to maximize payload.”
Production of the DT12-VL will begin in December.
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