International 9800: specifications

Russian carriers are very fond of Americancars. First of all, they are attractive price and its reliability. But there is another indisputable advantage that the “Europeans” do not have - a spacious cabin. International 9800 is one of those trucks that, with a bonnet-like layout, may be called a real home on wheels. Mass production of these machines began in 1993. The last truck was released in 1998. What is American International 9800? Photos, specifications and review of this truck - further in our article.

Design

The appearance of the car does not compare with anything.Typical formidable "American." International 9800 is one of the last classic US tractors. The car was built on the basis of the 9700th model. Differs in more modern cab contours. By the way, the cabin itself is made of galvanized. And the sheets are attached to rivets. The design is almost eternal - there is nothing to rot here. Even the most dead specimens will not have the slightest hint of rust. This is the main advantage of the International 9800 truck.

The Model 9800 is one of the few that hasbonded layout. But this does not mean that the car approached the "Europeans." This is still a long and wide tractor with a capacity of not less than that of the Piterbilt. In front of the car has a chrome two-story grille and simple rectangular headlights. Next to them there is a plastic turn signal. For the convenience of planting there are several steps and metal handrails. Also in the cabin there is a cutout for things on the side. Fuel tanks are securely hidden under the "skirt." By the way, International Truck 9800 did not have a visor even in the top trim levels. But even without it, the car looks very impressive.

Salon

Рабочее место водителя разделено на две части.Before the nose - a large double-spoke steering wheel and round dials of instruments. On the right are the control buttons for the stove, interlocks and other mechanisms. Also here there is a lever of a pneumatic parking brake and a cutout for cupholders (it is quite deep - tea will not spill on the move). On the other hand, this separation of the front panel significantly hides free space - say reviews. The International 9800 has a bonnet layout, so the engine is partially located in the cabin. Because of this, it is impossible to make a flat floor.

Navigating around the cabin is quite convenient.In particular, it is a merit of a high roof. But in some versions, only a spoiler is installed on top. This makes the cabin very small. Fortunately, the majority of International 9800 came with a high cab. The workplace is organized so that the driver can reach all the necessary devices, not looking up from the back. The machine is well thought out ergonomics. Mirrors - very wide and informative.

The machine has a wide sleeping bag, which also has a retractable window. Additionally, the bed is closed by curtains. For better heating in the winter, an autonomous car is provided in the car.

It has everything for comfort - TV, table,wardrobe. In some versions, there is even a microwave. But usually it is removed when the car is transported to Russia. Upholstery - leatherette or leatherette. Seats - velor, very wear-resistant. For the driver there is a folding armrest. Also, the driver's seat can be rotated 180 degrees.

International 9800: specifications

This tractor was installed famousISM-370 turbocharged Cummins. This is a diesel six-cylinder engine with a power of 385 horsepower. The working volume of the power unit - 10.8 liters. Despite the low power, the motor has an incredible torque. At 1200 revolutions, it is almost 2 thousand Nm. Paired with this engine is a 13-speed manual gearbox. Additionally, the car is equipped with an engine brake and a fuel heating system (for this reason, the car copes with Russian frosts without problems). Overclocking to hundreds of not regulated. But the maximum speed is 120 kilometers per hour. It is not limited by software, as on European tractors (usually the electronics turn off engine power at 85-90 kilometers per hour). As for fuel consumption, a car spends about 30 liters per hundred. Very economical, but the thrust will be weaker than even the Volvo FM.

Chassis

The car has a spring front suspension.Rear mounted air tanks. Brakes - drum, on a pneumatic drive. Additionally, the car is equipped with an ABS system. The drive is carried out on two rear axles. They can be locked out of the cabin. This feature especially helps in the winter when the car slips in the snow drifts.

But it is impossible to drive for a long time with a lock - it will be damagedbridge. The suspension itself is very reliable and unpretentious to maintain. The compressor at International 9800 generates air stably, cylinders do not “poison” with time. Yes, and the front springs do not subside. But in the event of a breakdown it will be very difficult to find something.

Driving performance

If the “Americans” were so good, absolutely all Russian carriers would drive them (European ones are not taken into account, since they have such cars banned at the legislative level).

But on the streets we often meet "MANs", "DAFs" andother European equipment. What is the catch? The main disadvantage of American trucks - road performance. Yes, they have a spacious cabin (almost a house on wheels). But on the go these cars are very tough. Americans are driving harder, the box switches more rigidly. Yes, and on the bumps, you can jump almost to the ceiling. In this regard, European trucks are much higher than American ones. And so much so that drivers are willing to put up with a small cabin.

Is it reasonable to buy?

Now International 9800 can be purchased for500-800 thousand rubles. However, it is very difficult to find a car with a mileage of less than a million kilometers. Yes, the Cummins is a very durable motor. But now there are few specialists who will be engaged in its repair. As practice shows, the resource of the 11-liter engine is about two million kilometers. It is also worth remembering that as the operation and wear and salon. And to find something on disassembly is not possible. These cars stopped producing in 1998. It is trivial to buy consumables for it very difficult.

And if there is anything, at an inflated price. Therefore, International 9800 is so rare now on our roads. The car lives last years.

Conclusion

Итак, мы выяснили, что собой представляет данный american truck This machine has been tested over the years and has established itself as a reliable and unpretentious machine. But due to the lack of spare parts to operate such a machine becomes unprofitable. Therefore, soon it can be seen only in the pictures. By the way, a mod has recently appeared on International 9800 in Euro Truck Simulator 2. Now everyone can feel like a legend driver by downloading this modification for the game. This mod is free and you can download it on any specialized site.