Engineering:Hino XL
| Hino XL series | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Hino |
| Also called | Hino XL7 Hino XL8 |
| Production | 2019– |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Conventional truck |
The Hino XL series are identical series of Class 7 and 8 conventional cab trucks produced by Hino Motors primarily in the United States and Canada . Introduced in 2019, it was the first model launched by Hino Motors under the modernised nameplate, next to the Class 6/7 L series and the Class 4/5 M series. It is the first truck powered by Hino's newly developed 9-liter diesel engine.
Specifications
The Hino XL7 is a class 7 truck, offering in rigid tri-axle layout and features third-party bodies. It is available in Day Cab and Crew Cab configurations.
The Hino XL8 is a straight class 8 truck, unlike the XL7, and is a twin-axle tractor. It is available in Day Cab and Crew Cab configurations.
Powered by the newly developed 8.9-liter A09C six-cylinder diesel engine, capable of maximum power output of 300hp to 360hp, as well as torque ranges from 900 lb-ft to 1,150 lb-ft. Transmissions come from Allison in auto and Eaton in manual.
Production commenced in September 2019 at its new plant in Mineral Wells, West Virginia. It is marketed exclusively for the United States.
Also in 2019, it is assembled in Canada, at its current plant in Woodstock, Ontario.
Engines
| Diesel engines | |||
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| Engine [Model] | Production [Year] | Displacement | Cylinder |
| A09C | 2019- | 8,866 cc (541.0 cu in) | Inline 6 |
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