The prosperity and development of the diesel tractor market has always been the focus of the commercial vehicle industry. In 2024, although natural gas heavy trucks have ushered in an explosion in the past year, diesel heavy trucks have not lost their attention. During the year, various brands have launched high-end diesel heavy-duty trucks, demonstrating product innovation and technical strength. This article will conduct a detailed analysis of the development trends, characteristics and market prospects of high-end products of mainstream heavy truck brands in 2024.
First, the importance of the diesel tractor market.
Diesel tractors have always been regarded as the flagship products in the commercial vehicle category, and the "gathering place" reflects the brand's technical strength and manufacturing level. Although the natural gas heavy-duty truck market has shown a rapid growth trend in recent years, diesel tractors are still the core products of the industry. In 2024, the mainstream brands will not pay less attention to diesel heavy trucks, on the contrary, they will strengthen the layout and competitiveness of the diesel heavy truck market through continuous innovation and technological improvement.
Second, the development trend: the popularization of high horsepower + automatic transmission.
In the past year, the development trend of the diesel heavy-duty truck market has become increasingly clear, which is mainly characterized by the popularization of high-horsepower engines and automatic transmissions. According to the data of the first commercial vehicle network, high-horsepower engines and automatic transmissions have become the "standard" of domestic high-end heavy trucks, and engines of 600 horsepower and above abound, of which 560 horsepower has become the threshold of high-end products. Compared with imported heavy trucks, the power of domestic heavy trucks has changed from "short board" to "long board", and with the popularization of automatic transmission technology, the process, reliability and control logic of AMT gearbox have also been greatly optimized, so that fuel consumption and shift smoothness are almost the same as those of skilled truck drivers.
For veteran drivers and new cardholders in the industry, the popularity of automatic transmission has significantly reduced driving intensity, improved driving comfort and safety, and also lowered the threshold for driving technology, so that more people can engage in the freight industry. The benefits brought by automatic transmissions have exceeded their economic costs, and have become an inevitable trend in the development of the industry.
3. Characteristics of high-end products of mainstream heavy truck brands.
China National Heavy Duty Truck: SITRAK C9H
At the 2024 SINOTRUK Partner Conference, SITRAK's new C9H heavy-duty truck was officially unveiled. The new car is equipped with Sinotruk's exclusive stepless S power chain, using Weichai WP17T52The 28% ultra-high thermal efficiency engine has a maximum power of 840 horsepower and a maximum torque of 3,750 Nm. In addition, the car is also equipped with the eighth-generation S-AMT16 intelligent gearbox developed by China National Heavy Duty Truck and a high-efficiency rear axle with a small speed ratio, and the vehicle has excellent performance. In terms of intelligence, SITRAK C9H is equipped with L2+ intelligent assisted driving system, including lane departure warning, intelligent collision avoidance, lane keeping, adaptive cruise and other functions, which greatly reduces the driver's driving intensity.
FAW Jiefang: J7 Pioneer Edition.
As a "milestone" model of domestic heavy trucks, FAW Jiefang J7 has attracted much attention. The car is equipped with a new generation of power system, the engine model is 16L CA6DX1-70E66, the maximum power reaches 700 horsepower, the peak torque is 3400 Nm. It is equipped with intelligent braking system, lane departure warning system, collision warning system and other safety configurations to ensure stability during driving.
Dongfeng Commercial Vehicle: Tianlong GX
The Tianlong GX is a high-end heavy-duty truck launched by Dongfeng Commercial Vehicle positioned in trunk logistics, equipped with an integrated power chain, with a maximum power of 600 horsepower and a peak torque of 2750N·m. The vehicle is equipped with advanced ADAS, brake management and passive safety to help users improve operational efficiency.
Shaanxi Automobile Heavy Truck: Delong X6000
De'Longhi X6000 is equipped with WP17H+S16AO+H series high-efficiency drive axle, with a maximum power of 840 horsepower and a peak torque of 3750N·m. The car has been greatly optimized in terms of driving safety and driving comfort, making it an ideal model in the field of trunk logistics and transportation.
Foton Daimler: Auman Galaxy.
Auman Galaxy is equipped with a Fukang A series 15L engine with a maximum power of 680 horsepower, matched with ZF AMT gearbox, and the transmission efficiency is as high as 997%。The car is very user-friendly in terms of driving experience, providing a comfortable driving environment and a versatile driver's seat.
Dongfeng Liuzhou: Chenglong HK
Chenglong HK is a high-end heavy-duty truck launched by Dongfeng Liuzhou, equipped with Dongkang Z15 engine, with a maximum power of 680 horsepower and a peak torque of 3200N·m. The car has been fully optimized in terms of driving comfort and safety, providing a high-quality driving experience.
Universiade heavy truck: V9
The V9 is equipped with a Fukang X13 engine with a maximum power of 560 horsepower and a maximum torque of 2,600 Nm. The car has made breakthroughs in driving comfort and safety, and has become the flagship model of long-distance logistics.
SAIC Hongyan: Jieshi H6
The J&H6 European standard tractor is positioned in the high-speed standard load market, equipped with a Foton Cummins X13 engine with a maximum power of 580 horsepower and a maximum torque of 2600N·m. The car has excellent performance in terms of driving comfort and fuel economy.
Fourth, market prospects and prospects.
With the recovery growth of the commercial vehicle industry, it is expected that the living space of high-end heavy truck products will continue to expand in 2024. With the continuous progress and innovation of technology, as well as the continuous upgrading of user needs, the diesel tractor market will usher in more development opportunities. Mainstream brands will continue to increase investment in product research and development and marketing, and continuously improve the technical content and added value of products to meet market demand and maintain competitiveness.
Epilogue. In 2024, as one of the key products in the commercial vehicle industry, diesel tractors will remain strong in the market. Through continuous innovation and technological upgrading, mainstream brands have provided users with a safer, more efficient and more comfortable driving experience, injecting strong impetus into the sustainable development of the industry. In the future development, the diesel tractor market will continue to show vigorous vitality and vitality, and make new contributions to the prosperity and development of the commercial vehicle industry.