Kenworth Readies Production for Cummins X15N

With the Cummins X15N, like with all natural gas-powered Kenworth trucks, customers can select factory frame drilling options for back of cab Cummins Clean Fuel Technologies or Hexagon Agility CNG/RNG fuel systems.

“We’re thrilled to soon begin production of Kenworth trucks with the Cummins X15N natural gas engine,” said Kevin Haygood, AGM for sales and marketing Kenworth, in a statement. “This new engine offering will be a great alternative solution for Kenworth customers seeking to reduce emissions in applications that require the power and performance they’re accustomed to with diesel engines.” 

The Cummins X15N meets EPA emission requirements and CARB 2024 Low NOx standards and features up to a 10% improvement in fuel economy over Cummins’ 12-liter natural gas engine with similar rating and duty cycle, according to the company. 

“The integration of the Cummins Clean Fuel Technologies fuel delivery system and X15N engine give Kenworth customers an added level of serviceability of both the engine and fuel delivery system," said Mike Zimmerman, clean fuel technologies general manager Cummins, in a statement. “This  combination enhances the overall value proposition of the vehicle and we’re excited to work with Kenworth and Cummins to continue to bring value to customers."