Freightliner · Class 8 on-highway tractor
Freightliner Century Class C120Detroit Series 60 12.7L/14L, Cat C15, Cummins ISX
Built 2000-2007
Engine Detroit Series 60 12.7L/14L, Cat C15, Cummins ISX
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What it is
The predecessor to the Columbia. The Century Class was Freightliner's main aero highway tractor through the early 2000s. Many are still in fleet service.
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Fluids & Fill Amounts4 entriesBolt Tightness50 entriesWhen to Service12 entriesWarning Lights & Codes30 entriesHow to Fix It77 entries
The truck itself
Engine options
Detroit Series 60 12.7L or 14L, Cat C15 15.2L, Cummins ISX 14.9L
Horsepower
430-515 hp (Series 60 14L)
Peak torque
1,350-1,650 lb-ft (Series 60 12.7L)
BBC
120 in (also 112 in as C112)
DPF
None (pre-2007 engines have no DPF; 2007+ have EGR only)
Transmission
Eaton Fuller 9/10/13/18-speed manual
Front axle
Meritor 12k
Rear axle
Meritor 40k tandem
Weight class
Class 8 - 40,000 lb tandem rear, 12,000 lb steer
Before you order anything
Options change the numbers
The Century Class was produced 1996-2007. 2000-2007 models are the most common in service today. Pre-2007 engines have no DPF or SCR; 2007 EPA07 models have EGR but no DPF.