The Paccar TX-12 PRO automated transmission is now available with Paccar MX-13 engine for Kenworth’s T680, T880, and W990. The automated transmission is designed for on- and off-highway applications, including dump, plow, tankers, and more.
“The TX-12 PRO transmission’s integration with the MX-13 engine is a welcomed addition for our Class 8 customers that operate in vocational applications,” said Kevin Haygood, Kenworth’s assistant general manager for sales and marketing.
The TX-12 PRO is standard with Kenworth’s driver-friendly column-mounted, right-hand stalk shifter.
Additionally, the automated transmission works with all MX-11 and PX-9 engine ratings up to 445 hp and 1,700 lb.-ft. of torque, as well as MX-13 engine ratings of up to 455 hp and 1,650 lb.-ft. of torque, and 70,000 lbs. of gross combination vehicle weight (GCVW). It includes Paccar’s Extreme Duty clutch for improved low-speed maneuvering, Rock Free mode, and an off-highway calibration tuned for changing soil conditions. It also features a 12-speed gear set and dual PTO openings, as well as an internal oil temperature sensor.
