Allison Transmission announced a broadened partnership with Daimler Truck North America that adds two new fully automatic transmission options to the Freightliner M2 106 Plus medium‑duty truck lineup. The new offerings include the Allison 3414 Regional Haul Series™ (RHS) paired with the Cummins X10 diesel engine and the Allison 9‑Speed transmission paired with the Cummins B6.7 Octane gasoline engine. Production of the 3414 RHS will begin in January 2027, while the 9‑Speed will enter production in July 2026.
The 3414 RHS is an uprated variant of the 3000 Series, designed to be a lighter automatic solution for medium‑duty tractor applications. It delivers 25 % faster acceleration than competing automated manual transmissions, a performance advantage that can translate into higher productivity for fleet operators. The 9‑Speed builds on the durability of the 2000 Series and offers up to 1,200 newton‑meters of torque, balancing torque delivery with fuel‑saving capability for gasoline‑powered configurations.
Management highlighted the strategic significance of the expanded partnership. Aaron Scates, VP of Vocational and Medium Duty Market Development at Daimler Truck North America, noted that the new transmissions broaden the range of powertrain options available to customers, allowing them to tailor the M2 106 Plus to specific operational needs. Rohan Barua, VP of North America Sales, Global Channel and Aftermarket at Allison Transmission, emphasized that integrating the 3414 RHS and 9‑Speed into the platform demonstrates a shared commitment to delivering purpose‑built technology that enhances productivity, efficiency and long‑term value.
The staggered production schedule—July 2026 for the 9‑Speed and January 2027 for the 3414 RHS—provides a phased rollout that aligns with the company’s broader strategy to support the medium‑duty truck market while managing supply‑chain constraints. The new transmissions also position Allison and Daimler Truck to capture a wider share of the growing demand for fuel‑efficient, high‑performance powertrains in the U.S. medium‑duty segment.
Allison Transmission’s recent acquisition of Dana Incorporated’s Off‑Highway Drive & Motion Systems Business on January 1, 2026, further strengthens its product portfolio and is expected to be accretive to net income and EPS in 2026, underscoring the company’s focus on expanding its industrial capabilities alongside the new Freightliner partnership.
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