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Transmissions Purpose-Built for Mining + Specialty Applications

Allison transmissions deliver unrivaled reliability and durability for heavy-duty trucks. Drive with more power + control with an Allison automatic. 

Industry Leading Propulsion Technology

Our patented Continuous Power Technology™ delivers seamless, full-power shifts, enabling trucks to accelerate faster and efficiently maneuver through difficult terrain including gravel roads, loose soil, mud and steep grades. The torque converter adjusts the output torque provided to the wheels while keeping the engine speed stable so the vehicle doesn’t get stuck.

Off-Highway Growth Outside North America

Allison is experiencing significant growth in the global mining dump truck market. Our transmissions are offered by all OEMs in the industry. Allison’s market share is increasing in the Chinese domestic and export markets which deliver dump trucks to India, South America, Africa and Indonesia.

In addition, our fully automatic transmissions are being integrated into autonomous vehicles including rigid dump truck models for mining. Allison’s proprietary electronic controls optimize the integration of autonomous components that enable driverless mode.

Powerful Performance

We provide a differentiated value proposition for customers by offering durable transmissions that are capable of supporting high gross vehicle weight. Learn more about their features.

TerraTran: Innovating for Construction and Mining Markets

An uprate variant of the 4000 Series™, Allison designed TerraTran™ with increased horsepower, torque and GVW capability to deliver enhanced drivability, gradeability and maneuverability under demanding operating conditions.

Powerful Ratings

The 4000 Series™ is ideal for heavy-duty vehicles that require substantial power and torque. It offers ratings capability of up to 800 hp (597 kW), 2,360 lb-ft of torque (3,200 N·m) and GVW of 242,550 lbs. (110,000 kg).  TerraTran offers seven forward gears and two reverse gears, including fast reverse capability.

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Deisl-Beton Testimonial Volvo R100E in Austrian Stone Quarry

Experience unmatched vehicle control and easiness of driving with the gigantic Volvo R100E Rigid Haulers equipped with Allison fully automatic transmission.
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Wide Body Dump Testimonial - Mining Trucks Across China

When you need a transmission you can rely on for transporting coal, precious metals, aggregate and other applications around the world, choose the product that won’t let you down—an Allison fully automatic transmission.

Continuous Innovation

We’re advancing our portfolio of propulsion solutions and software offerings to help distribution fleets plan for the future of commercial vehicles.

Quantifiable Fuel Savings

FuelSense® 2.0 uses a unique set of software and electronic controls to deliver fuel savings of up to 6% without sacrificing the performance. 
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6th Gen Controls Platform

Our next generation controls platform includes several advancements including enhanced technology, cybersecurity and functional safety.
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Alternative Fuels

Allison transmissions are fuel agnostic, meaning they are compatible with several energy sources including natural gas and hydrogen.

Allison Mining + Specialty News

Allison Transmission and LiuGong Forge Winning Partnerships with Indonesian Mining Companies

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Allison Transmission Forms Strategic Partnership with SANY to Provide Transmissions for Mining Vehicles

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A Bell B30E 6x6 has been working in the clay pits of Sandritter Transport GmbH for over three years. The three-axle articulated truck’s fully automatic Allison 3400 ORS transmission with FuelSense® 2.0 calibration with DynActive® Shifting impresses with its economy and reliability.

More Payload, Less Fuel – Bell B30E Dump Truck with Allison Fully Automatic Transmission at Sandritter Transport

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Allison 6000 Off Road Series™ Transmissions Help LGMG Win Overseas Markets for Wide Body Mining Dump Trucks

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