PACCAR set to unveil updated MX-13 engine

PACCAR Australia is preparing for the local media launch of its updated MX-13 engine, which will be unveiled on Tuesday, April 1

As the Australian truck industry readies itself for the 2014 International Truck, Trailer & Equipment Show, due to be staged at Melbourne’s Royal Showgrounds over April 3-6, PACCAR Australia is also busily readying itself for the local launch of its new MX-13 engine.

Utilised by Kenworth's Dutch sibling, DAF, in cab-over models since 2007, the platform is now available in various bonneted Kenworth formats, giving Kenworth customers a further engine choice beyond Cummins.

A six-cylinder in-line turbo-diesel, the MX-13 is available in 460hp and 510hp formats with 2305Nm and 2508Nm respectively.

A range of eco-friendly technologies have been employed to ensure the engine complies with ADR80/03 requirements, including multi-point SMART electronic fuel injection and Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR).

The engine also features the use of compact graphite iron in its cylinder head and block, as well as a an aluminium ladder-frame construction, to minimise weight.

PACCAR Australia is hosting the local press launch of the engine on Tuesday, April 1, with a technical presentation and a closed drive session in a variety of Kenworth models at the Australian Automotive Research Centre (AARC) at Anglesea, Victoria.

Check in at Trucksales.com.au soon for all the latest information on Paccar’s new MX-13.

PACCAR set to unveil updated MX-13 engine

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