• International gets higher horsepower

    International Truck and Engine Corp is offering the new Cummins ISM 410-horsepower rating on International 8600 and 9000i Series vehicles. The ISM 425V-hp
    May 1, 2004

    International Truck and Engine Corp is offering the new Cummins ISM 410-horsepower rating on International 8600 and 9000i Series vehicles. The ISM 425V-hp vocational rating is provided in the 5000i series vehicles. These engine ratings offer increased horsepower and 1,550 ft-lb of torque combined with a lightweight package of 2,190 pounds (dry weight).

    The Cummins ISM is also equipped with Load-Based Speed Control, which manages available engine rpm based on changing operating conditions such as vehicle weight and terrain to optimize shifting. Another standard feature, Gear-Down Protection, encourages the driver to operate in top gear.

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