The OEM has expanded its Class 8 vocational truck lineup with the L770 and battery-electric L770E, both designed for refuse and other specialized applications.
Kenworth continues to add to its Class 8 truck lineup, announcing the L770 and battery-electric L770E at Waste Expo in Las Vegas. The two new trucks are the OEM's first vocational low-cab forward offerings, and are designed for refuse and other specialized applications like concrete pumping, crane, and paint striping. Last week, the OEM revealed the T880E, also for the vocational sector, and the next-gen T680E for over the road.
The L770 and L770E are both now available for order and delivery from Kenworth dealers in the U.S. and Canada.
“The introduction of our new L770 and battery-electric L770E expands Kenworth’s vocational lineup with purpose-driven solutions for demanding urban applications like commercial and residential waste management,” said Kevin Haygood, Kenworth’s assistant general manager for sales and marketing. “Whether a fleet is focused on enhancing its diesel or CNG capabilities, or taking the first step toward zero-emissions, Kenworth now offers tailored options to meet the needs of our customers operating in these specialized industries."
Key features of both include:
Corrosion-resistant galvanized steel cab frame with aluminum panels
90-degree door opening for convenient access.
Stainless-steel grille for durability
A variety of cab configurations, including Left-Hand Drive, Right-Hand Drive, Dual Seated Drive, and Dual Drive with Right-Hand Stand-Up
The L770 and L770E share the same electrical architecture with Kenworth heavy-duty vocational models like the T880, allowing for ease of integration with aftermarket equipment across an entire fleet.
Kenworth L770
The L770 offers a variety of powertrain options, including the Paccar MX-11 engine with ratings up to 445 hp and 1,700 lb.-ft. of torque, and the Paccar PX-9 engine, with up to 380 hp and 1,250 lb.-ft. of torque.
The L770 is also available with three natural gas-powered engines: the Cummins X15N, rated up to 500 hp and 1,850 lb.-ft. of torque, the Cummins ISX12N rated up to 400 hp and 1,450 lb.-ft. of torque, and the lighter Cummins L9N, rated up to 320 hp and 1,000 lb.-ft. of torque.
Kenworth L770E
The electric L770E combines the durability of the L770 platform with the zero-emission Meritor eAxle powertrain for up to 536 hp continuous power and up to 670 hp peak with 1,623 lb.-ft. of torque. Supported by a 350 kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery system, the drivetrain enables up to 1,100 automated side loader bin cycles or 130 rear loader compactor cycles per charge.
Regenerative braking enhances range by capturing energy during deceleration, making the L770E optimal for the stop-and-go duty cycles that are common in refuse operations. Supporting DC charging at 125 kW (with an optional AC charging configuration also available) to enable a full recharge in approximately 3.5 hours, the truck offers up to 120 miles of range depending on configuration.
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