Eaton Cummins Introduces Endurant XD Heavy-Duty Transmission

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Heavy Duty Trucking (HDT)  /  March 18, 2020

Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies is expanding its Endurant automated transmission lineup with the introduction of the all-new Endurant XD series. These are purpose-built, high-performance automated transmissions designed for on-highway applications with high gross combined weight ratings, such as double and triple trailer trucks, and severe-duty on/off highway applications like dump and logging trucks.

The Endurant XD series has torque and horsepower capacity to cover all Class 8 North American engines, the company said, including the Cummins X15.

“The DNA of the Endurant platform is efficiency, light weight and low cost of ownership,” said Charles Masters, general manager, Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies. “We’ve taken that DNA and added the durability and unique features that customers demand from trucks operating in severe heavy haul and vocational applications to create the Endurant XD series.”

The Endurant XD series is currently going through an extensive development testing program that puts the transmission through evaluations under extreme conditions.

The Endurant XD series has 18 forward speeds, making it highly versatile and allowing it to be used in many applications and driving scenarios. It is designed for ease of use, with low-speed maneuverability, up to six reverse gears, and optimized software that makes smart shift decisions in difficult conditions. The Endurant XD series features provisions for bottom 8-bolt and rear 4-bolt high-capacity power take-offs, and a transmission oil cooler provision is available when required.

Endurant XD transmissions will be available starting in 2021.

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Cummins to Offer 18-Speed Endurant Transmission as X15 Engine Option

Heavy Duty Trucking (HDT)  /  March 24, 2020

Cummins will offer an 18-speed version of its Endurant automated transmission as an option or X15 diesel engines beginning next year.

Cummins said it has developed what it called the “next-generation of integrated power” for high-horsepower applications – an Endurant XD 18-speed transmission option for its X15 Performance Series engines, beginning in 2021.

The X15 Performance Series and Endurant XD powertrain is optimized for high gross combined weight on-highway and severe on and off highway applications such as dump and logging trucks, with full application coverage to be announced at a later date, according to Cummins.

Available starting in 2021, the Cummins X15 and Endurant XD is currently going through extensive field tests and validation.

“The newest integrated powertrain from Eaton Cummins Automated Transmissions Technologies delivers a versatile powertrain, gives professional operators tailored configurations that meet their needs, and allows the newest drivers to simply get in and go,” said J. Michael Taylor, general manager, global powertrain integration, Cummins. “The Eaton Cummins Automated Transmissions Technologies develops products with the proven process of deeply integrated customer councils, which provides key insights, input, and feedback.”

The Endurant XD automated transmission features 18 forward speeds and up to six reverse speeds. A high-capacity bottom 8-bolt and rear power take-off provisions are offered as standard equipment, providing customers with flexibility for final equipment design and the ability to power necessary accessories. A transmission oil cooler provision is available when required.

When combined with the X15 Performance Series, the toughest applications and duty cycles can now benefit from a truly integrated automated powertrain. With the strongest engine brake in the industry, the new 18-speed powertrain will reduce the amount of stress placed on service brakes.

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