Moreover, Landon Sproull, the company’s chief engineer, stated: “Peterbilt’s design focus is to provide a wide profile of high performing, fuel efficient products for our customers. Natural gas power systems complement our other products, all of which exceed customer expectations and requirements.”
The new liquefied natural gas offerings are powered by a 15-litre Westport GX engine, which uses high pressure direct injection, proprietary fuel injectors, specialized cryogenic fuel tanks, and associated electronic components to facilitate robust performance and reliable operation.
Peterbilt 367 model is part of North America’s largest LNG truck fleet order, placed by Heckmann Corporation, which has teamed up with Encana Natural Gas Inc. to renew its diesel vehicles and employ a 200-truck fleet running on liquefied natural gas.
Source: Peterbilt Motors Company