What is an Allison 3000 transmission?

Allison Transmission’s 3000 Series™ is designed for medium-duty commercial vehicles and is engineered to adapt and operate efficiently in a variety of applications. The 3000 Series is built to make medium-duty vehicles more fuel efficient and easier to operate.

How do I know what model Allison transmission I have?

Allison transmissions are only identifiable by their 10 digit numeric serial number – or – the vehicle’s 17 digit alpha-numeric identification number (VIN).

How much HP can an Allison 3000 handle?

450 hp
Allison Transmission’s 3000 Series is designed for medium-duty commercial vehicles and is engineered to adapt and operate efficiently in a variety of applications. The 3000 Series includes close or wide ratio gearing and a maximum rating of 336 kW (450 hp).

How much does an Allison 3000 transmission weigh?

The Allison by itself will weigh 335-345 lbs depending on configuration and how much oil may still be left in it.

Why are Allison transmissions so good?

Allison Automatics have minimum maintenance requirements, meaning less downtime and lower overall maintenance costs. Since Allison Automatics use a torque converter instead of a dry clutch, irritating clutch repairs and replacements that come with manual and automated manual transmissions (AMTs) are eliminated.

How long do Allison transmissions last?

These trucks can (and do) regularly hit 200,000 miles. The truck and drivetrain will only last as long as you maintain it, though. There are parts that fail, just like anything else. But regular maintenance (fluid changes, body upkeep, hard part care) will help you have a very long relationship with your truck.

What is the difference between a 1000 and a 2000 Allison Transmission?

Registered. In the beginning it was more clear-cut that 1000 Series were Close Ratio spread and 2000 Series had a Wide Ratio spread (the difference being in the P3 planetary gear ratio).

How many speeds is the Allison 2000 transmission?

Allison 1000/2000/2400 Series transmissions are torque converter driven fully automatic units. All models have neutral, reverse, and up to 5 forward speeds, with 5th gear being overdrive.