The International® MV™ Series Compared to the Competition

CAB:

• The interior offers an ergonomic design, including better elbow, hip and legroom
• Cab door design eliminates vent window seam and lowers the glass improving driver's visibility
• Improved door sealing and floor insulation for a quieter cab
• Pedestal cab mirrors reduct wind noise and drag, and improve driver visibility
• Improved cab mirror serviceability with fewer mounting bolts, wiring connector located at the base and improved glass replacement

CAB INTERIOR:

• Ergonomic dash and storage provides an automotive-level fit and finish
• HVAC designed for improved reliability and a max defrost feature for best-in-class defrost performance
• Standard premium gauge cluster with a class-leading driver interface with virtual gauges, improved connectivity and state-of-the-art graphics
• Up to 30 fully customizable, user-replaceable switches are available for any application
• Stronger doors open wide and include redesigned side glass for improved line of site

CHASSIS:

• In-cab power distribution module is protected from the elements
• Improved harnessing and industry standard electrical system architecture for improved reliability and maximum uptime
• Single canister After-Treatment Device is lighter and 70% smaller that the system it replaces

POWERTRAIN:

• New steering column-mounted stalk shifter integrates transmission functionality and available engine braking
• Industry leading Cummins engines provide exceptional power and reliability
• A wide range of manual, automated and automatic transmissions to fulfill your needs on the road and across the job site

UPFITTING:

• Latest International® Truck Diamond Logic Electrical System, widely considered the most advanced in the industry
• Ability to write custom logic for your application through Diamond Logic Builder

Series	MV Series	Freightliner M2 106	Mack MD6 / MD 7	Kenworth T380
Model	MV	M2 106	MD6	T380
BBC	107"	106"	103"	109.5"
BA	40"	41"	40"	40"
Engine	Cummins B6.7 300 hp	Detroit DD5 230 hp	Cummins B6.7 260 hp	PACCAR PX-9 270 hp
Transmission	Allison 2500 RDS	Allison 2500 HS	Allison 2500 RDS	Allison 3500 RDS
Frame	120,000 PSI	120,000 PSI	120,000 PSI	120,000 PSI
Front Axle	MFS-12-122 12K	DA-F-10.0-3 10K	MFS+ 10k	D-1201IL 12K
Rear Axle	21060D 21K	DAA-RS-19.0-4 19K	MS-21-13X 21K	P22060S 21K
Rear Suspension	Multi-leaf 23.5K	Airliner 21K	AL210 21K	HAS 230
Tire Manufacturer	Continental	BF Goodrich	Bridgestone	Michelin
Front Tires	255/70R22.5	11R22.5	11R22.5	11R22.5
Front Tire Tread	HSR2	ST230	R268	XZE2
Rear Tires	255/70R22.5	11R22.5	11R22.5	11R22.5
Rear Tire Tread	DH37	DR444	M760	XDN2
Base Warranty	2 Years	2 Years	2 Years	1 Year

 

CAB DESIGN | Efficient by Any Measure |  Key Numbers 

Key Advantages

• The MV™ Series' 3-piece hood offers reduced repair costs associated with 1-piece designs.
• The MV™ Series also offers an optional cab air ride suspension not found on some competitors.
• Larger step offset is better than the Mack, and Freightliner, for improved entry and exit.
• The MV Series offers Extended and Crew cab option not available on the Mack MD or Kenworth T380
• The MV Series with its wide, panoramic windshield and sloped hood maintains clear visibility advantages across most competitors.
• The straight-ahead visibility on the MV Series is better than all the competitors.
• Enhanced door-mounted mirrors positioned to see more while turning your head less to reduce fatigue

CAB INTERIOR | Cab Size and Dimensions | Key Numbers

Key Advantages

• The MV™ Series cab volume is 2 cu. ft. larger than the Mack MD and Freightliner M2 106 for a more comfortable interior
• The MV™ Series has more hip and shoulder room than most of the competitors, allowing for a more spacious environment for drivers wearing bulky work clothes.
• The MV™ Series cab depth (fuel pedal centerline to back of cab) exceeds the Kenworth T380 by 1.5" and the Mack MD and the Freightliner M2 106 by 1" for a more spacious interior.

CAB INTERIOR | Driver Environment | Key Numbers

Key Advantages

• Steering column adjustability is critical in ensuring a driver a relaxed, comfortable seating position. The MV Series tilt steering column range of 37 degrees beats all of the competitors.
• The MV Series leg room surpasses the Kenworth T380 and the Freightliner M2, offering more leg comfort for drivers. Maximum Headroom on the MV series is better than the Freightliner M2 106 by over 6".
• With its telescopic steering column, the MV Series belly room is greater than the competition.

CHASSIS | Chassis and Frame Equipment | Key Numbers

Key Advantages

• The MV Series frame components can be attached with a combination of fasteners offering body upfitters the flexibility to easily make changes to the chassis required for their application.
• With 10 frames available, the MV Series offers more frame options than most competitors for a broad range of applications.

A BENCHMARK IN SAFETY AND PRODUCTIVITY | Axles and Maneuverability

CHASSIS | Axles and Maneuverability | Key Numbers

Key Advantages

• The MV Series with a 211" wheelbase provides turn angles of at least 50 degrees for both wheels resulting in a turning radius of just over 27.8' – better than all the competitors.
• Unlike the Mack and Kenworth, the MV Series offers tandem rear axles with capacities up to 40,000 lbs. for heavier applications.
• The MV Series also offers Hendrickson NXT front axles, not available on most competitors. These axles provide a lightweight alternative to traditional front axles.

POWERTRAIN | Engine Specifications

POWERTRAIN | Transmissions And Equipment | Key Numbers

Key Advantages

• The innovative stalk shifter is mounted on the steering column, allowing you to easily reach and smoothly operate shifting and engine braking while keeping your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel.
• The MV Series offers the Eaton Fuller Advantage®, not available on the Mack MD.
• Eaton Fuller Advantage® Series Precision Lubrication Technology reduces oil churning losses and eliminates the need for a transmission cooler
• The MV offers a choice of Allison 5 or 6-speeds, the Mack MD only offer 6-speeds.

 

This study was prepared by an independent third party and is intended for the exclusive use of International® Truck and its dealers. The information and conclusions contained within are believed to be correct at time of publication, but do not necessarily apply to similar vehicles with different specifications or with production dates after this analysis was conducted. Vehicles with different specifications or later dates of manufacture could yield different results. Vehicle specifications are subject to change without notice.
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