Navistar HX Series

Feb 1st, 2016

"The launch of the HX Series is an opportunity for International to recapture a leading position in the vocational market - a segment we previously led. The launch of the HX Series underscores our commitment to innovation, our dedication to uptime and our position as a leader within the industry." - Troy Clarke, President and CEO, Navistar, Inc.

And that's how it began in February - the rollout of the all new HX Series from Navistar! These top of the line severe duty Class 8 vocational trucks are now rolling down the road and they're ready to get to work. Hill International Trucks is proud to carry this brand new line of great vehicles! Decked out with the power that the big jobs demand, the HX series marks a resurgence for Navistar. These vehicles are created to deliver the best possible performance for the men and women who rely on them:

"The design of our new HX Series is based on in-depth discussions with leading users of severe service applications. Each of the four models in the series has been engineered to deliver unmatched performance for the most punishing jobs, while making operators more productive." said Bill Kozek, president, Truck and Parts, Navistar, Inc.

The first models of the HX Series are:

The HX515: a 115" BBC Set-forward Axle Straight Truck with primary vocations including concrete mixer, construction dump, refuse/roll-off and crane.
The HX615: a 115" BBC Set-back Axle Truck or Tractor with primary vocations including construction dump, concrete mixer, platform stake/crane and refuse/roll-off.
The HX620: a 120" BBC Set-back Axle Truck or Tractor with primary vocations including heavy haul tractor, construction dump and platform stake/crane.
HX520: a 120" BBC Set-forward Axle Truck or Tractor with primary vocations including heavy haul tractor, construction dump and platform stake/crane.

Created for tough vocational work, but designed to give the Driver superior control, Denny Mooney, Senior Vice President of Global Product Development at Navistar Inc. had this to say about the new HX series: "The HX Series combines aggressive styling, unstoppable capability and driver-centric features to appeal to vocational truck owners in a whole new way. All you need to do is get behind the wheel of this truck and you will see that this is a major step forward in design, all with the driver in mind."

In the interest of driver-centric design, the HX series focuses on four major factors in order to deliver the best possible performance on the jobsite: Strength and Durability, Driver Productivity, Industry Leading uptime, and Aggressive ergonomic styling.

To ensure maximum durability the HX Series features:

Huck-bolted frame and cross members, which produce superior clamping force to minimize vibration and maximize structural integrity.
An available industry-leading 12.5" x .5" single rail delivers 3.5 million RBM at 13% less weight than a 10" rail, allowing room for a heavier load.
The industry's only dedicated vocational aluminum cab offering better durability than steel.
The three-piece Metton hood that is stronger and lighter than fiberglass and is designed to resist cracking.
Doors feature stainless steel piano hinges for superior strength.
The industry's strongest tow pin is rated at 150,000 lbs. for extreme recovery towing.

To Keep drivers working smart not hard, the HX Series features a host of features for ease of use:

Best in Class maneuverability and visibility.
A 40-degree wheel cut on both right and left turns allows for improved maneuverability, and angled fenders provide greater wheel clearance to power through challenging grounds.
A Low hood angle makes for the industry's best front forward visibility, and the larger rear window compared to the company's prior model allows for superior rear visibility.
The HX Series is equipped with the all-new DriverFirst™ Cab Air Suspension, designed with 52" springs to produce a supremely comfortable and quiet ride reducing driver stress and improving productivity.
For faster and more convenient access, the HX Series hood has an assist mechanism requiring little effort to open.

Of course you won't get much done when your truck is out of order, so to ensure the best uptime in the industry, Navistar took steps to ensure their new HX series will keep working when others quit:

At the Navistar Proving Grounds in Indiana, the HX Series was subjected to accelerated life testing, which simulates 10 years of wear and tear and vibration in extreme duty cycles.
Vehicles underwent staggered bumps testing, which generated torsional twist in the chassis, to ensure suspension components were stabilized and equalized.
Each model was also subjected to severe duty ditch event, in which a fully loaded vehicle is run through four ditch events that are 12" in depth.

Once they were sure the HX series would work great, Navistar set out to make these trucks look great (and feel awesome too!)

Hoods and grilles across the entire lineup are designed to look great and stand out on the road and at the worksite.
Customers will have options for bright finishes.
The interior was ergonomically designed to offer more room for driver comfort and productivity.
The contoured door handles add hip room and storage space.
The central console is angled for easy reach to controls.
There is easy access to cup holders and the overhead console.
The standard tilt/telescoping steering column adjusts to accommodate any size driver.
Gauges are designed and positioned to deliver optimal visibility and vital information at a glance.
LED lighting is standard throughout, as are air conditioning, power windows and power locks.

With power that won't quit, the strength to stay on task, ergonomics that keep drivers feeling fresh all day, and the purpose driven design that helps these trucks excel where others merely succeed, the HX series is a fantastic addition to the Navistar line, and We at Hill International Trucks are proud to carry these great models! If your jobsite demands the best, then come and see us at any of our three locations in the greater Pittsburgh area!

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