2001 monaco knight 36r with 260 cummins
will I be happy pulling a light trailer thru the mountains with this engine ? or should I find one with the 300 hp ?
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jvernon wrote:
Thanks very much. Would a thor hurricane 33ft v 10 out pull this dp ?
You're not comparing apples to apples. The Cummins ISB will last longer and pull longer without wearing out as fast as a gas engine. Gas engines are designed for brief periods of full throttle. Diesel engines can tolerate wide open throttle much better than gas engines, although WOT isn't good for either one.
That said, since you plan to pull a heavy trailer, look for a coach with the larger 8.3 Cummins, known as the ISC. Even if you have to settle on an older rig, you'll be happier.
