Increasing control of mining haul trucks on steep grades

Allison Transmission has introduced a second reverse gear on all its 4700 and 4800 models produced this year. The second ‘deep reverse’ gear, in addition to the standard reverse, provides greater control and engine braking during operation on steep grades. Read more at http://www.im-mining.com/2010/05/26/increasing-control-of-mining-haul-trucks-on-steep-grades/