Kenworth launches T410SAR

Kenworth says it has taken the features of the T410 and applied these and more to bring the all-new Kenworth T410SAR to its customers.

“Combining classic Kenworth styling with modern enhancements, the T410SAR complements the existing Kenworth product range and provides Australian and New Zealand customers with additional solutions for their application needs,” said Brad May, Director Sales and Marketing, PACCAR Australia.

Mr May said the new model combines the best attributes of both a cab-over and conventional truck, offering excellent manoeuvrability and vision and like a cab-over, a minimal overall length, with the serviceability, ease of cab access and low-tare weight of a bonneted truck.

Chief Engineer Noelle Parlier added: “First released in 2016, the T410SAR is the latest evolution of the T610 platform with 2.1m wide cab. Further development of the platform has enabled us to refine and enhance many key elements in the T410SAR.

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“This development has allowed us to bring a product to market with all the Kenworth hallmarks and more.”

Offering better weight distribution with its set-forward front axle and classic Kenworth styling, Ms Parlier said the T410SAR delivers bigger payloads, a superior driver environment, improved fuel economy and a greater choice of options. Specifically designed to provide for maximum payload under Australian regulations for 19m B-Double, most 19m Quad Dog applications and car carrier specifications, the T410SAR offers a shorter bumper-to-back-of-cab (BBC) length of 2850mm.

The T410SAR is available in rigid, single and multi-trailer combinations and is currently available in a 6x4 configuration, with car carrier and 8x4 configurations confirmed for release later this year.

Rated at up to 70 tonnes GCM, it is ideal for local and interstate distribution and suitable for PBS and other heavy-duty applications.

The in-cab environment comes with a choice of premium traditional diamond pleat trim in a range of contemporary colours, or the smart new fleet-spec trim. The T410SAR also boasts four sleeper cab options, a 600mm aero, 760mm mid-roof, 860mm aero and for car carrier specifications, a new 600mm flat-roof sleeper due for release early in 2021.

Powered by the PACCAR MX-13, the T410SAR is available in either 460 or 510 horsepower variants. Since its introduction to the Kenworth range in the T409, the MX-13 has gained popularity and earned the respect of drivers and fleets alike.

Its performance and responsiveness has delivered fuel economy and operational benefits, making it a leading contender against other 13 litre options. The 12V MX-13 provides exceptional levels of refinement and service simplicity. No longer requiring 24V-12V inverters, the electrical architecture is even more simple, durable and cost-effective to service and maintain.

The T410SAR offers the operational advantages of the PACCAR 12-speed or Eaton 18-speed automated transmissions.

First offered in the T410, the PACCAR 12-speed transmission features an aluminium main case, internal sensors and wiring, and helical cut gearing. With a torque capacity of 1850lbft and rated to 50 tonnes GCM, the 12-speed transmission is smoother and ticks all the boxes in terms of class-leading weight, durability and serviceability.

Like the PACCAR 12-speed transmission, the Eaton 18-speed UltraShift Plus transmission delivers the performance and reliability needed for years of trouble-free operation and is available with a torque capacity of 1850lbft or 2050lbft and a rating of up to 70 tonnes GCM.

Kenworth says it continues to invest heavily in developing a safer working environment for road transport operators and all road users. In addition to the full EBSS safety suite, the T410SAR offers improved ingress and egress for the driver, enhanced vision within the cab and ergonomics to round out the safety offering for which Kenworth is known.

Large, adjustable, aerodynamic, multi-way power adjustable mirrors with high-strength cast break-away brackets reduce mirror vibration and offer an optimal rear view of the vehicle.

The T410SAR is available with state of the art collision avoidance and mitigation technology. The suite of technologies include active cruise with braking and lane departure warning working to take safety to the next level. It builds on existing critical active and passive safety design elements and overall ergonomics designed for comfort and control.

The spacious 2.1m wide cab introduced with the release of T610, was designed with driver comfort and control in mind and offers more safety options, greater visibility, improved ergonomics and space than those before it.

The instrument panel, switches and controls have been positioned intuitively with dashboard instrumentation visible at a glance. Everything has been situated to allow drivers to maintain concentration and reduce fatigue.

Toggle switches provide full control of systems such as engine brakes, engine fan, driver-controlled differential locks and suspension dump valves. An optional seven-inch display provides access to satellite navigation systems, radio and media functions and virtual gauges, unique to Kenworth. For ease of operation, cruise control and audio controls are on the steering wheel.

The heating and air-conditioning system with automatic climate control, is specifically designed for the variable extremes of the Australian climate. Serviceability is a key, with easy access to the service items in the HVAC system.

To quickly identify non-functioning lights, a light check function is provided and can be activated via either the dash or button on the key fob.

Delivering the power and stability to handle higher payloads over longer distances, Kenworth says the T410SAR is the ideal fit for those wanting the best on-road solution for their transport needs.