Acela Extreme-duty Monterra Truck Line

Acela's extreme-duty Monterra truck line features drivetrains, frames, axles, suspensions, tires and other components specially designed to withstand the rigors of the most extreme environments

July 7, 2017

Acela Truck Company

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Acela's extreme-duty Monterra truck line features drivetrains, frames, axles, suspensions, tires and other components specially designed to withstand the rigors of the most extreme environments. Acela's core innovation is its development of a proprietary process of resetting U.S. Army Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTVs) to a near zero-mile condition. The trucks are then sold into commercial markets where extreme-duty chassis are needed.

Multiple 4x4 and 6x6 variants with 90% parts commonality
330-hp Caterpillar 7.2L turbocharged diesel engine
Allison automatic seven-speed transmission
Full-time all-wheel drive
Top speed up to 74 mph
Feature a 22-in. ground clearance and 54-ft. turning radius
Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS)
Air ride seating
Easy Service body configuration

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