Allison Transmission Partners with Freightliner Custom Chassis for Advanced Transmissions

Introduction

Allison Transmission has announced a collaboration with the Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) to integrate its Allison 1000 Series™ and 2000 Series™ transmissions into FCCC’s MT vans. This integration will feature Allison’s next-generation electronic controls platform, enabling over-the-air software updates and providing advanced communications and functional safety.

New Features of the Transmissions

The new transmission system will include:

• A new Control Module
• A new software operating system for control and calibration
• Enhanced cyber security infrastructure

Both the 1000 and 2000 Highway Series transmissions will be paired with a GM 6.6L engine capable of producing 380 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque. Additionally, these upgraded transmissions will come with a standard five-year warranty.

Statements from Key Officials

Greg Baker, Commercial Product Manager for FCCC, stated: “Allison has long shared in our commitment to innovation and excellence, which is why we’re excited to once again partner with them on these latest updates to our walk-in van product lineup. These new Allison transmissions will provide a number of important enhancements and features to the next generation of our MT chassis.”

Ryan Milburn, Vice President of Product Engineering at Allison Transmission, added: “By combining Allison’s proven fully automatic transmissions with next-generation electronic controls, we’re able to provide fleets with innovative technology they can rely on. We’re proud to partner with FCCC to deliver a light commercial vehicle chassis designed to increase productivity and efficiency for our mutual customers.”