How Many Gears Does a Large Truck Have?

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OJosiah
07/29/25 8:50pm
Large trucks are predominantly manual transmission vehicles, typically equipped with more than 8 but fewer than 16 gears. Below is a detailed introduction to the multi-gear design of large trucks: 1. Smoothness: The more gears a truck has, the smaller the speed ratio difference between gears, resulting in reduced jerking during gear shifts and a smoother driving experience. Additionally, most large trucks are powered by diesel engines, which operate at lower RPMs, making more gears more convenient for vehicle control. 2. Rationality: This design ensures that the engine can stay within the economical RPM range under various driving speeds, thereby saving fuel and reducing unnecessary fuel consumption losses. 3. Power Stability: Most large trucks run on diesel and operate at lower RPMs, approximately between 1,000 RPM and 2,500 RPM. Having more gears allows for stable power output across different road conditions.
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