International 9800 specifications

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Russian carriers are very fond of American cars. First of all, they are attractive in terms of price and reliability. But there is one more indisputable advantage that the "Europeans" do not have - a spacious cabin. The International 9800 is one of those trucks that, with a cabover layout, can be called a real home on wheels. Serial production of these machines began in 1993. The last truck was released in 1998. What is the American International 9800? Photo, specifications and review of this truck - later in our article.

Design

The appearance of the car can not be compared with anything. A typical formidable "American". The International 9800 is one of the last classic US tractors. The machine was built on the basis of the 9700th model. Features more modern cabin contours. By the way, the cabin itself is made of galvanized steel. And the sheets are fastened with 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.

Model 9800- one of the few that has a cabover layout. But this does not mean that the car has approached the "Europeans". It is still a long and wide tractor with a capacity no less than that of the Peterbilt. At the front, the car has a chrome double deck grille and simple rectangular headlights. Next to them there is a plastic turn signal. For ease of landing, several steps and metal handrails are provided. Also in the cab there is a cutout for things on the side. Fuel tanks are securely hidden under the "skirt". By the way, the International Truck 9800 did not have a visor even in top trim levels. But even without it, the car looks very impressive.

Salon

The driver's seat is divided into two parts. In front of the nose is a large two-spoke steering wheel and round instrument dials. On the right are the buttons for controlling the stove, locks and other mechanisms. There is also a pneumatic handbrake lever and a cutout for cup holders (it is deep enough - the tea will not spill on the go). On the other hand, such a separation of the front panel significantly hides free space - reviews say. The International 9800 has a cabover layout, so the engine is partially located in the cab. Because of this, it is impossible to make a flat floor.

Moving around the cabin is quite convenient. In particular, this is the merit of a high roof. But in some modifications, only a spoiler is installed on top. This makes the cabin very small. Fortunately, most of the International 9800 tractors came with a high cab. The workplace is organized so that the driver canreach all the necessary devices without looking up from the back. Ergonomics are well thought out in the car. Mirrors are very wide and informative.

The car has a wide sleeping bag, which also has a retractable window. Additionally, the bed is closed with curtains. Autonomy is provided in the car for better heating in winter.

Here there is everything for comfort - TV, table, wardrobe. In some modifications there is even a microwave. But usually it is removed when the car is transported to Russia. Upholstery - leatherette or leatherette. The seats are velor, very durable. A folding armrest is provided for the driver. The driver's seat can also rotate 180 degrees.

International 9800 specifications

This tractor was equipped with the famous turbocharged "Cummins" model ISM-370. This is a diesel six-cylinder engine with a capacity of 385 horsepower. The working volume of the power unit is 10.8 liters. Despite the low power, the motor has incredible torque. At 1200 rpm, it is almost 2 thousand Nm. This engine is paired with a 13-speed manual gearbox. In addition, the car is equipped with an engine brake and a fuel heating system (for this reason, the car copes with Russian frosts without any problems). Acceleration to hundreds was 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 the power to the engineat 85-90 kilometers per hour). As for fuel consumption, a car spends about 30 liters per hundred. Very economical, but the traction will be weaker than even on the Volvo FM.

Chassis

The machine has a spring front suspension. The air tanks are mounted on the back. Brakes - drum, pneumatic drive. In addition, the car is equipped with an ABS system. The drive is carried out on two rear axles. They can be blocked from the cabin. This feature is especially helpful in winter when the car is skidding in snowdrifts.

But you can’t drive with blocking for a long time - the bridge will be damaged. The suspension itself is very reliable and unpretentious in maintenance. The compressor on the International 9800 stably generates air, the cylinders do not "poison" over time. And the front springs do not sag. But in the event of a breakdown, it will be very difficult to find something.

Rideability

If the "Americans" were so good, absolutely all Russian carriers would drive them (we do not take into account European ones, since such cars are prohibited at the legislative level).

But on the streets we often meet "MAN", "DAF" and other European vehicles. What is the snag? The main disadvantage of American trucks is driving performance. Yes, they have a spacious cabin (practically a motor home). But on the go, these cars are very tough. Americans rulitsya harder, the box switches harder. Yes, and on bumps you can bounce almost to the ceiling. In thatIn terms of European trucks, an order of magnitude higher than American ones. And so much so that drivers are ready to put up with a small cab.

Is it smart to buy?

Now the International 9800 can be purchased for 500-800 thousand rubles. However, it is very difficult to find a car with less than a million kilometers on it. Yes, Cummins is a very hardy motor. But now there are few specialists who will deal with its repair. As practice shows, the resource of an 11-liter engine is about two million kilometers. It is also worth remembering that the interior wears out as it is used. And it's not possible to find anything in the disassembly. These cars were discontinued in 1998. It is very difficult to buy consumables for it.

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

Conclusion

So, we found out what this American truck is. 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, it becomes unprofitable to operate such a machine. Therefore, soon it can only be seen in pictures. By the way, a mod for the International 9800 has recently appeared in Euro Truck Simulator 2. Now everyone can feel like a driver of a legend by downloading this modification for the game. This mod is free and you can download it on any specialized site.