Kenworth Truck Co. now offers Caterpillar C15 600-hp. and 625-hp. engines on its T800 high hood model. The 600-hp. model provides 1,850 lb.-ft. of torque at 1,200 rpm; the 625 provides 2,050 lb.-ft. of torque at 1,200 rpm. T800's spec'd with these engines require manual transmissions and Kenworth's 1,430 sq.-in. radiator. The OEM recommends the C15 for heavy-hauler, rock and dirt, and logging applications. www.kenworth.com and www.cattruckengines.com.
Sloan Transportation Products has released a catalog featuring its MAXXDuty® with WeatherGuard Technology product line, designed for severe weather conditions. Products highlighted include the 7-way Sealed Plug System, which is engineered to keep out moisture and corrosion. www.sloantrans.com or 800-336-7778
East Mfg. has published a 4-pg. brochure on its BST aluminum flatbed trailer, rated to handle up to 50,000 lb. concentrated in 4 ft. on a 48 ft. spread-axle trailer, and up to 80,000 lb. distributed on a tandem-axle configuration. To request a copy, go to www.eastmfg.com or call 888-405-3278.
Donaldson Co. has been chosen to supply exhaust and emissions aftertreatment for DaimlerChrysler's Mercedes-Benz MBE medium-duty diesel engines in the U.S. for 2007-2009. www.donaldson.com.
International Truck and Engine Corp. announced that Hankook tires are now standard on all of the OEM's 4000 and CF Series trucks. www.hankooktireusa.com and internationaldelivers.com
