Iveco targets safety, reliability and aesthetics in revised ACCO range

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1 Iveco targets safety, reliability and aesthetics in revised ACCO range Iveco has unveiled a raft of upgrades to its venerable ACCO range, designed to offer buyers increased safety, even greater reliability and a modern cab appearance that adopts the family look of the Stralis. Developed and built locally for the Australian market, the ACCO range perfectly matches the specific requirements of its buyers. 9 December, 2014 A range designed by customers The new, upgraded ACCO is the culmination of the continuous evolution of this range over the years, its development driven by the specific requirements of customers in the Australian market. Customers have been involved in every step of the evolution of the ACCO range, as well as bodybuilders who have contributed their technical and functional expertise in providing feedback to the Iveco product development team. The latest upgrades are the result of a multimillion dollar, two-year planning and research process with a particular focus on quality which involved a team of more than 10 full-time engineers. Vehicle testing has included 1000 passes of chassis twist, 1000 passes of the figure 8 course and 5000 passes of pave. Furthermore, component testing has also been intensive and has covered dual control steering column bench testing, heat, temperature and humidity testing for headlights and cooling trials with the front cabin treatment. Additional testing included a door harness rig test, side deflector dust collection and noise testing, top cover windscreen washer wiper function check and paint and flammability checks on all plastic parts. The extensive testing ensures the range will be fit for task from the outset. Enhanced safety Chief among the safety enhancements is the introduction of Electronic Stability Control (ESC) to the 5.1m wheelbase 8x4 Agitator variant. While ESC is planned for a model-wide roll-out in the future, initial adoption on the agitator spec cab chassis was seen as a priority given the high centre of gravity nature of Agitator work. The ACCO ESC system incorporates a steering sensor on the steering wheel and a chassismounted YAW sensor, which combine to assist in keeping all wheels firmly planted on the road in an emergency turning or swerve situation. In calibrating the ESC system, IVECO engineers in conjunction with leading commercial vehicle braking and control system providers, Knorr-Bremse, spent two months testing the set-up in controlled driving environments at DECA as well as at the Australian Automotive Research Centre.

2 The resultant system is well matched to Australian road conditions and for Agitator applications. ABS brakes with Automatic Traction Control or (ASR) remains standard across the range. Chassis and powertrain Power and torque for the latest range remains unchanged and comes courtesy of the 8.9 litre, turbocharged 6-cylinder Euro5 engine which employs SCR technology and is available in three power ratings. The engine range starts with a 280hp 2,100rpm and 778lb ft 1,300rpm powerplant; customers needing additional power can opt for a 320hp 2,100rpm and 996lb ft option, while the top of the range engine provides 340hp 2,100rpm and 1105lb ft 1,300rpm. Despite the unchanged output figures, the latest engine range features revised calibration that eliminates the occasional idle hunting that affected some earlier vehicles following the introduction of the Euro 5 engines. An additional change to the engine is the elimination of the idle timer which has reduced ECU programming complexity without any negative impact to engine performance and longevity. And engines now sit on higher quality Stemco front and rear mounts designed to be longer-lasting in demanding Australian conditions. Feeding power to the wheels is a revised 6-speed Allison Generation 5 full automatic transmission which provides easier integration and calibration with the engine and chassis. The transmission package also benefits from an improved cooler fan and speed controller for greater reliability. The latest ACCO range continues to use high quality Meritor axles and now features Meritor FG941 and FG943 front axles to standardise common Meritor parts both front and rear. On the suspension front there is a selection of Hendrickson systems on offer including a new Haulmaax HMX460 rubber block rear suspension which provides several benefits to operators. The HMX460 is 45kg lighter than the previous suspension while being rated 6,000lb higher at 46,000lb. The suspension is designed to reduce load transfer during braking and delivers outstanding mobility and traction with a stunning 17 of articulation, while walking beam construction distributes the load equally between axles to improve stability, handling and traction. Further benefits include reduced maintenance from fewer bushings per axle, no lubrication requirements and improved serviceability. Ciao bella The exterior ACCO cabin treatment is one of the most visually extensive in its history and reflects a modern and muscular appearance thanks to the adoption of the front flap section Stralis (Truck of the

3 Year 2013 at the IAA Commercial Vehicle show in Hanover) and revised bumper as used on IVECO s heavy duty off-road truck range, Trakker. Complementing the appearance are new side deflectors, Stralis headlights and bumper-encased indicators. Aesthetics aside, the cabin revisions also deliver improvements in functionality. The new steel bumper is a three-piece design with each part available for purchase separately. While it s a strongly constructed unit, the demanding applications the ACCO is involved in means that at some point a scrape or nudge on a front corner is almost inevitable, but replacement is now more cost-effective. In keeping with the Iveco built-to-last design philosophy, the bumper s integrated 12V headlights are protected by steel mesh while incorporating a swing-out design for easy maintenance. A mesh treatment also extends to the grille. At the base of the bumper, to help protect the underbody particularly off-road is a stone shield which uses a thicker grade steel than the previous unit for increased reliability. A number of colour options are available for bumpers ensuring an easier match to customer fleet livery. Elsewhere, the side indicator has been relocated to the door mounted flush from its previous protruding position and is now LED, while external mirror mounts have been revised for improved adjustment and longevity. On the inside all ACCO models now feature a new steering wheel design borrowed from the Eurocargo which incorporates the steering wheel, stalk control and trim panels. Dual control models also benefit from upgrades to the mitre box which now incorporates a sealed roller bearing in lieu of needle bearing leading for greater lubrication and lower friction. Summary of other enhancements As well as the more major improvements outlined, Iveco has gone to great lengths to apply a raft of other upgrades, all leading to this being one of the best ACCO models ever. Some of these include: Improvements to AdBlue components including to the earth harness, revised tank filler neck and revised diameter hoses on the doser pump. Rerouting of battery cables to eliminate any potential to rub. Revised air conditioning compressor bracket, upgraded condenser fan fuse and overlay harness. Redesigned fuel tank straps. Upgraded door latch mechanisms using higher grade steel. New stoplight switch. Introduction of cabin splashguards to deflect water. Revised hazard light switch.

4 Comments from Iveco Product Manager, Joel Read There are many things to like about the new ACCO range, we ve closely listened to our customers in the lead-up to the latest model introduction and have delivered a range that will maintain the ACCO S position as one of Australia s favourite vocational trucks. The development and testing phase has been extremely thorough and we re very confident that the latest range will take the ACCO S performance to a new level in terms of functionality, reliability and safety. We re very pleased to have begun introducing ESC to the ACCO range. We identified the rollout would start with the 8x4 Agitator specification and will evolve to other models in the future. Agitator owners can now rest assured that they have this important additional safety feature. While Iveco engineers have introduced many new improvements in the latest release, certain aspects about the ACCO qualities that have worked year after year remain unchanged. The model s low tare weight is the most competitive in the market and cabin entry and egress is completed with minimum effort required an important consideration for the driver that s in and out of the cabin all day. The ACCO cabin with its full-steel construction is one of the toughest available and is ECR29 certified. Bodybuilders are also infinitely familiar with the cab chassis leading to a more efficient and streamlined body build process. For buyers, the fact that we manufacture in Australia provides fast vehicle delivery times; local production also allows a greater opportunity to customise down the assembly line and reduces the need for body builders to modify the cab chassis for body fitment. This reduces overall costs to customers. From a parts and maintenance perspective, the wide use of common componentry ensures that replacements items can be easily sourced no matter how remote the location. The remaining ACCO parts (85 per cent) are sourced locally, which also helps to minimise downtime. Over 78,000 ACCO units have been produced at the Dandenong factory since the first model was released commercially in Iveco expects the new ACCO range to be very warmly received by both existing and new customers.

5 Iveco Iveco is a brand of CNH Industrial N.V., a World leader in Capital Goods listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CNHI) and on the Mercato Telematico Azionario of the Borsa Italiana (MI: CNHI). Iveco designs, manufactures and markets a wide range of light, medium and heavy commercial vehicles, offroad trucks, and vehicles for applications such as off-road missions. The brand s wide range of products include the Daily, a vehicle that covers the 3 7 ton vehicle weight segment, the Eurocargo from 6 16 tons, the Trakker (dedicated to off-road missions) and the Stralis, both over 16 tons. In addition, with the brand Iveco Astra, builds mining and construction vehicles, rigid and articulated dump trucks and specialty vehicles. Iveco employs close to 21,000 individuals globally. It manages production sites in 7 countries throughout Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania and Latin America where it produces vehicles featuring the latest advanced technologies. 4,200 sales and service outlets in over 160 countries guarantee technical support wherever an Iveco vehicle is at work. For further information about Iveco: For more on Iveco Australia visit: For further information about CNH Industrial: For more information contact: James Grehan Marketing Department IVECO Trucks Australia Limited 1-27 Princes Highway Dandenong South Vic james.grehan@au.iveco.com T: Media Enquiries: David Garcia IMA-STW Group T: dgarcia@netspace.net.au