Common questions

Is the Allison mt643 a good transmission?

Is the Allison mt643 a good transmission?

With the Allison AT545 you don’t get all that power directly transferred to the wheels. It’s a good transmission for several reasons, First, not having a Lockup torque converter gives it smoother shifts, and the ability to convert torque with the slipping converter does help you get the ball rolling.

Does at545 have overdrive?

It is not overdrive, but does have better spread between the gearing. Very reliable trans, but is heavy and does rob some power.

How does the MT643 work on an Allison?

In essence, it always has some slip like riding the clutch in a standard transmission. The MT643 will lock the converter after accelerating through third gear directly connecting your driveline to the motor. because of this, there is less slip, less heat, lower RPMs per MPH and more power transferred to the drive tires.

Is the Allison mt653 overdrive or overdrive?

Its got bigger shafts in & out than the AT545. Neither MT is overdrive. They came in a 643 (4 spd) or 653 (5 spd). You can surpass those ratings, and it’ll still live. They do shift a little slower than the 545 though.

Can a Allison Transmission know the service trade?

Allison Transmission could not possibly know, evaluate, and advise the service trade of all conceivable ways in which service might be done or of the possible hazardous consequences of each way. Consequently, Allison Transmission has not undertaken any such broad evaluation.

Is the Allison AT545 transmission a good transmission?

With the Allison AT545 you don’t get all that power directly transferred to the wheels. It’s a good transmission for several reasons, First, not having a Lockup torque converter gives it smoother shifts, and the ability to convert torque with the slipping converter does help you get the ball rolling.

In essence, it always has some slip like riding the clutch in a standard transmission. The MT643 will lock the converter after accelerating through third gear directly connecting your driveline to the motor. because of this, there is less slip, less heat, lower RPMs per MPH and more power transferred to the drive tires.

What should the RPM be on an Allison 643?

It’s a machine, not a werewolf. Given the 3.91 rear axle ratio, 542 tire revs per mile for the 9R22.5 tires, and a transmission ratio of 1 for the MT-643 4th gear, 60 MPH should be just over 2100 RPM. 2500 RPM should get you 70 MPH. If you’re leaking fuel, you’re out of service anyway! I would question the operation of the lockup clutch.

Its got bigger shafts in & out than the AT545. Neither MT is overdrive. They came in a 643 (4 spd) or 653 (5 spd). You can surpass those ratings, and it’ll still live. They do shift a little slower than the 545 though.

With the Allison AT545 you don’t get all that power directly transferred to the wheels. It’s a good transmission for several reasons, First, not having a Lockup torque converter gives it smoother shifts, and the ability to convert torque with the slipping converter does help you get the ball rolling.

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Is the Allison MT643 a good transmission?

Is the Allison MT643 a good transmission?

With the Allison AT545 you don’t get all that power directly transferred to the wheels. It’s a good transmission for several reasons, First, not having a Lockup torque converter gives it smoother shifts, and the ability to convert torque with the slipping converter does help you get the ball rolling.

What transmissions do school buses have?

On the newer buses, transmissions are almost all automatics where pretty much the only name in the game is Allison.

  • Allison AT545. This is an automatic 4 speed transmission.
  • Allison MT643.
  • Allison MD3060.
  • Allison 1000, 2000, 3000 series.
  • Allison HT740.

Why was Allison Transmission invented for school buses?

When Allison Transmission first introduced our fully automatic transmissions, we immediately revolutionized school bus transportation by providing unmatched reliability—meaning lower maintenance costs and more time on the road.

What kind of transmission does a school bus use?

Today, nearly all large school buses in the U.S. are equipped with Allison transmissions. And thanks to our superior reliability, a growing number of school systems around the world rely on Allison.

What’s the problem with the Allison Transmission 1000?

What Might be Wrong with Your Transmission 1 Limp Mode (Allison 1000 Model) The Allison transmission 1000 model has a feature called “limp mode”, in which the… 2 Hooked Up Incorrectly It’s also possible that the transmission itself is just fine, but was installed incorrectly. If… 3 TCM Module Recall More

What to do if your Allison Transmission goes into limp mode?

Unfortunately, a driver can’t reverse limp mode. If you find yourself stuck in third gear with this model of transmission, it’s probably time to have it rebuilt. Pro Tip: Keep your Allison transmission well-maintained to avoid accidentally triggering limp mode. This will also improve your vehicle’s overall functionality!

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