Automatic Transmission for Tankers

620871

{"text":"I was browsing Freightliner's website and it seems like all the trucks now comes with a 400 DD15 with a 12 speed auto. Do automatics make good tanker trucks? I own a 10 speed manual and it works fine. I just wonder about the future.","pics":"[]","canComment":true}

123572

{"replyTo":"","text":"Autos are fine.","replyToPid":0}

464157

{"replyTo":"","text":"They can be hairy scary sometimes when backing into tight spaces on uneven terrain. Older models have sticky throttles and you'll swear you're about to rollover. \n\nIf they disconnect manual override you will nearly rollover at curves and downhill  braking. Otherwise, no stick in the way for bunk access.","replyToPid":0}

96080

{"replyTo":"","text":"Mine does OK for tanker duty but really gotta learn how to use it carefully to keep the Surge at a Minimum. Prefer a stick for Tanker!","replyToPid":0}

123572

{"replyTo":"","text":"I've used both manual and automatic for tank work and I ended up buying an automatic. There are occasional scenarios where it may be easier to use the manual mode. The vast majority of our fleet is automatic.","replyToPid":0}

464157

{"replyTo":"

123572 发表于 2019-12-07 20:50:36 I've used both manual and automatic for tank work and I ended up buying an automatic. There are occasional scenarios where it may be easier to use the manual mode. The vast majority of our fleet is automatic.

","text":"tight space slow maneuvers are better done with a manual. autos get \"clutch overheating\" when going g bouncy bounce at 2mph and reverse maneuvering.  heavier brake pads on autos","replyToPid":276917}