KIRKLAND, Wash., (Dec. 22, 2004) — Kenworth Truck Co. announced this week that it now offers the Allison 3000HS automatic transmission for Kenworth’s T300 medium duty model.

The Allison 3000 HS Highway Series vocational model transmission is designed for line haul and local pickup and delivery applications. This transmission, with no power takeoff provision, is available in both 5- and 6-speeds and has a gross torque of 1,100 lbs.-ft. for 80,000-pounds gross vehicle or gross combination weights. It features increased horsepower and torque capacity and includes a standard oil level sensor.

The T300 is available as a straight truck or tractor in a variety of wheelbases, with single or tandem axles, air or hydraulic brakes, in gross vehicle weights from 19,500 to 54,600 pounds.