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meubank
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Jun 19, 2014

360 Hp Cummins

I was wondering if anybody had an experience with a ISB-XT turbo diesel 6.7 liter, 360 hp @ 2600 rpm, 800 ft. lbs torque @ 1800 rpm

My main concern is will it be enough pulling a 5600# Avalanche thru hill and mountains??

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  • I'm assuming you've not purchased the coach yet. My advice would be to look for a little more HP/Torque. You'll struggle going up mountains pulling 6k behind you. The coach could handle it but I know I wouldn't be happy with it. I had a Dynasty that was underpowered and know from experience it's a drag. I'm not a racer but I hate to 'abuse' the equipment and I felt like the coach was continually struggling just to keep up. JMHO, of course....Dennis
  • You will be going slow up the mountains, that doesn't bother some people. That is the same engine in my 8000lb pickup. Good luck with whatever you do.
  • meubank wrote:
    are you able to maintain speed limit on the flat?


    No problems all the speed I want I go a max 65 could do more but I do not choose to
  • I am 42,350 and 32,350 37 ft, pulling 4400 lbs, no problems but I do down shift on really big mountains and hills.

    I have 21,000 miles on the MH and have passed over the rockies two



    So the answer is yes
  • meubank wrote:
    The coach is 40'7" OAL
    GVWR=31,000#
    GCWR=41,000#
    Those numbers say it can tow at least 10,000# if the hitch is rated high enough to do it.