2026 Autocar ACX® 8X4

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2026 Autocar ACX® 8X4

Severe Duty Cabover

Custom built for durability, power, and performance, the ACX has been trusted by professionals for decades. Whether it’s picking up refuse or pumping concrete, this workhorse is relentless and built to last.

Features may include:

  • Galvannealed Steel Cab
  • Is more robust than aluminum featuring two-sided galvanized steel. Its rivetless construction requires less maintenance.
  • B-Pillar Windows.
  • Maximizes visibility and safety. Contributes to 324.5 degree visibility from driver's seat (that's 90% of 360) Removable for easy, quick maintenance.
  • Roomiest Available Cab
  • Visibility, comfort, and durability make the ACX the preferred severe-duty workspace. Autocar offers a severe service cab with all-welded steel construction for strength, weight savings, and driver safety
  • Adjustable Steering Wheel
  • Tilt and reach- adjustable allows for easier operation and more belly room
  • Righthand Drive Options
  • Available in Right-hand Stand-up (RHS) and Standard door layouts and four different driving configurations
  • Constant Torque Clamps
  • Vibrationless constant torque clamps keep connections secure, prevent wear and tear. Avoid mishaps and wasted time on route. Makes electronics and engine maintenance easier. Reduces costs and damage liability. Avoids downtime as well.
  • Clips and Hangers
  • Keep wiring from rubbing against the frame, helping prevent electrical shorts

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Highlights

  • Edison, New Jersey
  • 2026
  • Autocar
  • ACX® 8X4
  • Cummins 2021 X12 rated from 380 hp
  • ACX84
  • Model: Allison 4500 RDS | Gearing: 5 speed | Controls: Allison push button | Cooler: Remote mounted oil to coolant layered core oil cooler | Lubricant: TES 295 Allison approved synthetic auto trans fluid
  • Available

Specifications

  • 2026
  • Autocar
  • ACX®
  • 8X4
  • Conventional without Sleeper
  • Cummins 2021 X12 rated from 380 hp
  • Diesel: Horizontally mounted SMA (single module aftertreatment) with RHVE (right hand vertical exhaust)
  • Electrical operated cooling fans - CNG available, Diesel to be released in 2021
  • 15 inch single stage EPG
  • 2-speed fan drive
  • Dana Spicer® half-round, yoke size 1760 or 1810 dependent on transmissions and driveline rotational speeds
  • Model: Allison 4500 RDS | Gearing: 5 speed | Controls: Allison push button | Cooler: Remote mounted oil to coolant layered core oil cooler | Lubricant: TES 295 Allison approved synthetic auto trans fluid
  • Cab drive configuration: Single LH drive
  • Sheppard M100PPV3 with assist ram
  • Model: Tandem Meritor MFS-20 axles, 40K total capacity
  • Model: Meritor MT40-14X with 1/2 inch housing | Meritor MT44-14X | Meritor MT46-160 | Meritor RZ-166 | Meritor RT52-185 | Axle ratio: 4.89 to 7.17 Dependent on axle model, vehicle configuration and application
  • Wheel: 16 or 18 inch diameter | Column: Adjustable for tilt on single drive cab configurations
  • Meritor 16.5 x 6 QP
  • MGM type 30/36
  • Simard 40K equalized tandem parabolic suspension | Spread: Tandem 72” Axle spacing
  • Haulmaax HMX-EX 400 at a 54 inch axle spread, rated at 40,000 lb capacity
  • Available in 3 inch increments between 264 and 360 inch
  • ACX84
  • 3/8 inch Straight rail i/o liners, 120 kPsi heat treated steel, RBM 5,890,000 lb.in | 3/8 inch Straight rail with liners, 120 kPsi heat treated steel, RBM 8,990,000 lb.in
  • The cab is constructed from corrosion-resistant steel followed by a Cathodic Electrocoat dip process before the top coat is applied
  • Black or chrome plastic housing with dual pane mirrors. Options include power adjustment, heat and integrated marker lights
  • Device: Two tow pins integral with front crossmember
  • Telematics: Autocar Advanced Telematics |Instrument panel: Advanced diagnositc 7" display |Coolant hoses/piping: Silicone hoses with constant tension clamps| Extended life coolant | Radiator: 1300 sq. inch aluminum | Cab doors: Steel doors with power or manual crank window regulators | Aluminum fold-up doors for stand-up and low entry options | Cab climate control system: 30,000 BTU air conditioner with heater |
  • Driver seats: National Cush II low back air ride | Sears C2 air ride | Sears C2+ air ride | Sears C2+ air ride with air lumbar support | Sears C2+ air ride with air lumbar support and headrest | Various Bostrom selections | Passenger seats: Fixed type low back | Sears C2 fixed or air ride |Sears C2+ fixed or air ride | Sears C2+ air ride with air lumbar support | Sears C2+ air ride with air lumbar support and headrest |