All LT tractor axles to feature air disc brakes

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Fleet Owner  /  June 15, 2017

The International LT Series in 6x4, 6x2, and 4x2 configurations will now feature Bendix disc brakes as the standard offering on all of its axles.

International Truck, a division of Navistar Inc., is making Bendix ADB22X air disc brakes standard on all the axles of its International LT Series tractor in 6x4, 6x2, and 4x2 configurations.

Navistar said the ADB22X from Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC features a patented lightweight design that significantly reduces stopping distance and extends brake system life.

“Complementing the straight, stable stops that air disc brakes provide is greater reliability, thanks to a design that nearly eliminates brake fade and degradation of stopping power,” noted Denny Mooney, senior vice president of global product development at International.

“In addition, total cost of ownership can be reduced by installing durable, long-lasting air disc brakes which generally allow for significantly shorter pad change times than traditional drums,” he added.

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International Announces Standard Air Disc Brakes For New LT Series Tractor

Heavy Duty Trucking  /  June 15, 2017

International Truck is making air disc brakes standard equipment on all axles for all models of the new International LT Series tractor, a move the company says is a first. As a result of the spec upgrade, Bendix ADB22X air disc brakes will be standard on all LT Series tractors with 6x4, 6x2, and 4x2 axle configurations.

According to Bendix, the ADB22X air disc brake features a patented lightweight design that significantly reduces stopping distance and extends brake system life while consistently delivering straight, stable stops. Bendix says air disc brakes also provide greater reliability, thanks to a design that nearly eliminates brake fade and degradation of stopping power. In addition, total cost of ownership can be reduced because air disc brakes generally allow for significantly shorter pad change times than traditional drums.

“Our DriverFirst design philosophy ensures the needs of professional drivers remain top of mind with our product development team,” said Denny Mooney, senior vice president, global product development, International Trucks. “Offering standard air disc brakes on all axles is just another example of our Uptime promise to build trucks with the latest safety technologies, that stay on the road and that drivers want to drive.”

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