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8/8/2019 CascadiaBrochure

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F R E I G H T L I N E RC A S C A D I A


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The road to greater profitability starts here.When you let go of all the preconceived notions abouthow a truck is supposed to look, perform and drive, some-thing remarkable happens. Introducing the FreightlinerCascadia, your smart choice for business and lifestyle.

More efficient: The Cascadias dramatically sculptedexterior reduces aerodynamic drag to an unprecedentedminimum. Your payoff: excellent fuel economy thatincreases your profitability.

More productive: Lightweight aluminum constructionand weight-saving components boost your payload poten-tial with each and every truckload. Built-in reliability, easeof maintenance and drivability maximize uptime and keepyou moving forward.

A better life on the road: A wide, spacious and quiet cab,superior ride and handling characteristics, excellent vis-ibility, and a selection of comfortable living environmentsmerge to produce an unparalleled driving experience.

Freightliner Cascadia.Running smart has never been so easy.


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e objective: Create a next-generation over-the-ad tractor with the best cost/performance ratiothe marketplace. Not just for today, but for theeseeable future.

e Cascadia started with a clean sheet of paper andopen mind. Freightliner spent millions of dol-

s to benchmark the competition by tearing downd conducting extensive analysis on our trucks andmpetitor trucks. The findings yielded strengths andaknesses, and identified best practices that couldapplied to the Cascadia. Scores of customers andvers throughout North America participated in its development, lending theirique insights and real-world knowledge to the process. Then engineers with

decades of experience, aided by state-of-the-art design and simulation tools,refined the Cascadia until they got it just right.

The result is an aggressively con-fident step in the direction yourealready moving: forward.

The Cascadia began life as one of the most thoroughly testedFreightliner trucks ever, ensuring its productivity, safety,durability and lasting comfort.

Months in Freightliners proprietary, state-of-the-art windtunnel helped define an impressive efficiency story. The firstof its kind, full-scale facility helped refine and validate theCascadias superior aerodynamics. Then thousands of mileslogged under actual operating conditions reinforced its fuel-squeezing bottom-line benefits.

Pushing the envelope into uncharted territory.

Original thinking behindvery advance.

Engineers employed advanced computer-aided design tools,computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and other simulationtechniques to develop, analyze and refine the Cascadias design. The most promising results were tested at full-scale in Freightlinersstate-of-the-art wind tunnel for verification.

Pushing the envelope into uncharted territory.


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b and major components withstood grueling performancets simulating millions of miles under the absolute worstnditions you can throw at a truck. The Cascadia is advancedd tremendously strong. In fact, the cab design exceededery U.S. and European crashworthiness standard.

he entire HVAC system was tested again and again ineightliners climate control chamber at severe temperatures,d then on the road under tough summer and winterving conditions. The resulting design guarantees precisionrformance and comfort.

Freightliner trucks are built to go the distance. From order sheet to finalinspection, the Cascadia endures a manufacturing process of rigorous andexacting standards.

Leading-edge automation and quality testing merge with a passion forcraftsmanship in Freightliners production system to produce superiorvehicles you can put to work immediately and with confidence.Manufacturing the Cascadia entails over 70 robots that guaranteereproducible quality and reliability.

Driver safety was a top priorityin the Cascadias development,resulting in a cab design sorigid and strong it meets orexceeds stringent Swedish andEuropean ECE R-29 crash testrequirements .

Ergonomic, robust door handles have endured their share of pun-ishment, as well.

e Cascadia cab was tortured on a shakermachine millions of simulated miles to ensure structural

mponents, that the cab and hood wouldnt fail, andeaks and rattles over the life of the vehicle would be

nimized.

Cutting-edge robotic systems provide a superior qualityfinished product, time after time.

ce drivers might open and closedoor on average 2,800 times in

ear, the Cascadia features doorst shut with a satisfying, like-

w chunk even after 220,000

k-unlock-open-and-slam cyclesngineering tests.

Proof of concept inxhausting detail.

Uncompromised excellence everystep of the way.Uncompromised excellence everystep of the way.


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A shape so refined it will redefine your future.

The most aerodynamic Freightliner ever , the Cascadia helps you put a lot more distance between fuel stops.

Pedestal-mounted, lightweight aero mirrors are exceptionallyminimum vibration. Hood mounted mirrors were included in the design to maximize the viewable blind spot area. These mirrors ressecure, built-in hood support placed forward to reduce splash from road In designing the mirror mounting, over 100 different positions were testdefine the optimum viewing of the rear, and minimization of blind spots The Cascadias large but lightweight cab features

aluminum sidewalls that are stamped and roundedwith a tumblehomedesign to create a stiffer struc-ture devoid of buzz, squeak and rattle.

Unique, shorter side extenders with breakaway sections anslightly to optimize aerodynamics and increase maneuverability.

The curved three-piece bumper is aerodynamic and lightweight toreduce fuel costs. If the bumper is damaged, only the damaged sectionneeds to be replaced, reducing repair time and costs.

nlike so many aeroconventionals on the market today, the Cascadianot just an enhancement of an existing model. Its a smarter solutionapped in a bold and beautiful aerodynamic envelope that will have youting the pace for years to come.

om bumper to back-of-cab, the Cascadias gracefulnd-swept lines produce the lowest coefficient of ag of any Freightliner ever conceived, more likeports car than a long-distance highway hauler.

he lightweight yet strong aerodynamic bumperects airflow smoothly into the radiator, around tires and under the chassis to reduce turbulence.

A large, laid-back grille optimizes cooling efficiency as it guides air alongthe low, sloped hood, sleek fenders and curved windshield, onward overthe truck and trailer. Unique, shorter side extenders are angled outward

slightly to preserve aerodynamic performance andincrease maneuverability. Lexan covered headlights,pedestal-mounted aero mirrors and optional full-length chassis fairings complete the package.

The practical benefit of such an intelligent andaesthetic design is industry-leading fuel economy.


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ading-edge aerodynamic design is only part of the Cascadias Run Smartuation. Built-in capability, productivity and reliability are also factors youllme to appreciate.

en with its wider, taller cab, the Cascadia remains one of the lightest linehaulctors on the market, ensuring maximum payload capacity. Responsive rackd pinion steering, a wheel cut of up to 50 degrees, and exceptional visibilityoduce a highly maneuverable truck that is easier to drive.

d ride? Th e Cascadia will have drivers yearning for the road. An advancednt and rear cab mounting system reduces roll, vibration, noise and

companying fatigue while it enhances feel. Freightliner front and rear

suspensions elevate driving comfort to levels usually found onlyin fine automobiles.

Engine options with ratings from 350 to 550 horsepower include the mostadvanced, efficient diesel engines available from Detroit Diesel, Mercedes-Benz and Caterpillar. The Cascadia comes standard with a large 1,625square-inch radiator and features a 1,755 square-inch option for coolingbig-bore engines.

Best of all, the Cascadia is a truck you can count on, engineered and manufac-tured to log maximum revenue miles with round-the-clock reliability.

Sure-footed agility and ahealthy appetite for payload.

Rack and pinion steering , a Freightliner innovation in heavy duty trucks, is available on theCascadia. Through design research and development, our engineers developed a steering system

thats more responsive and provides tighter control. Rack and pinion steering is much moreprecise than integral gear systems, and because it utilizes a reduced number of parts and pivotpoints, it offers more accurately controlled wheel direction, reducing driver fatigue and boostingdriver comfort.

The Cascadias set-back axand up to 50-degree wproduce a short turning rexcellent maneuverabilitya driver can really apprecidocking situations.

Caterpillar C15 engine wittechnology is available in 43horsepower.

The reliable and lightweight MBE 4000 from Mercedes-Benz is available.

Cooling System & Ra

Exhaust System

EngineAfter-Treatment Devi

The EPA 07 compliant power systems features an exhtreatment device that breaks down soot and captures ash in a particulate filter. The Cascadia was designed to accommodatEPA 2007 and 2010 emissions compliant engines .

Rack & Pinion SteeringSuspension

A powerful, yet fuel efficient 455 horse-power Detroit Diesel Series 60 EGR engine comes standard.

The benefits of smarter electronics.System Activation Modules (SAM)

The Cascadias smart electrical design features systemactivation modules (SAM) that allow you to specify manythings about how your trucks run on the job.

With SAM, you can request that certain parameters be setfor different operating conditions. For example, a fleet thatwants the brake lights illuminated whenever the enginebrake is activated can do so by having this parameter set.

SAM can also make sure that your lights always go onalong with your wipers to address visibility concerns.Heated mirrors can turn on automatically when a presetoutside temperature is designated, or automatic doorlocks can engage at a certain speed. With traditional wir-ing systems, these functions would have to be specificallyhard-wired to operate this way. SAM is dedicated to in-creasing the options available to fleets and substantiallyreducing the cost of implementing them.


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Bold new benchmarks in intuitive control.

Youre looking at one of the most efficient and comfortable environ-

ments ever developed for professional drivers.

The Cascadias automotive-style wraparound dash puts switchesand controls well within reach for decisive activation via strong, soft-touch paddles. Backlit gauges, in three available packages, are easyto read day or night. Steering wheel mounted controls for cruise,marker lights, engine brake and optional Driver Message Center facilitate safer, less stressful operation. The steering column tilts andtelescopes, furthering personalized and precise adjustment.

The dash is mounted low and combines with a large windshield,

sloped hood and broader mirror coverage to offer excellentall-around visibility.

Then there are the things you can only experience while underway.The positive feel and control from the rack and pinion steering, foinstance. State-of-the-art climate control with 20 percent greaterairflow than typical systems. The Freightliner SmartShift contris mounted on the steering column and controls the optionalautomatic transmissions. This provides hands-on-the-wheel controland frees up space between the seats. All of this, combined withthe hush of a uniquely quiet cab, and your driving experience willcompletely change.


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re is a truck interior as compelling as its exterior and just as rewarding.

r openers, cab doors are taller and wider than most other trucks.e cab itself offers abundant head, leg, belly and elbow room than any

her conventional on the road today.

e Cascadias seats are wider, longer and taller with longer arm restsd advanced suspension technology for a smooth, comfortable ride,matter whos at the wheel. And, with two feet of step-free space

between the seats, sleeper accesshas become a walk in the park.

Generous lighting gently illumi-nates the interior to reduce eye

strain and add a feeling of warmth. Extensive testinghelped provide the optimum placement and design of multifunctional lights over the driver and passenger seats.

High-tech thermal and sonic insulation throughout the caband sleeper, coupled with a high-capacity HVAC system of

truly advanced design, keepthe environment ultra quietand comfortable at all times.

A command center withdifference.

The steering wheel, with foot-actuated tilt and telescoping functions , providesa just-right fit every time.

e Driver Message Center provides timely, easy-to-understandormation about the vehicles operation, including fuel economy,side temperature, equipment faults, fluid levels, trip time, milesven and idle hours.

An advanced HVAC system with eight blowerspeeds delivers 20 percent more airflow thantypical truck systems for quick and precisecomfort control.

at controls feature lateral and lumbar support plus manyustment options, including more rearward travel than mostcks for additional leg room.

The Cascadias spacious cab is designed for maximum comfort. Road-wise,ergonomic seats with suspensions tuned specifically to the vehicles ride accommodate drivers of every shape and size. Seats are also two incheswider, taller and longer than most. With a full 24 inches between the seats,youve got room to breathe and then some.


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A lifestyle thats alsostate-of-the-art.

The Cascadias luxury surrounds a driver with plush textures in both mid- and premium-level interior packages. Surfaces are gracefully curved with color thats molded-in, notpainted-on, for durability and lasting value. Amenities are plentiful.

Raised-roof models the ultimate in sleeper comfort feature a towering 90 inchesof headroom, double bunks and storage enough for two.


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Abundant lighting , well-planned and strategicallyplaced, warms the interior. There are multifunction lightsover the driver and passenger seats, a general dome light,a focused work light and a red map light. Even under-bunk storage areas are well lit. Reading and work lightsare exactly where they should be. And doorwell lightsilluminate entry steps when the door is open.

hether you choose a mid- or raised-roof configuration, Cascadias sleeper is luxurious and spacious, yet highlyicient. Drivers will find plenty of accessible storagepersonal items and traveling essentials. Fabrics and

rfaces are stain-resistant and easy to clean.

binets are modular in a highly customizable layoutat can suit a driver perfectly. Choose from a varietydurable, rattle-free cabinet, shelving, accessory andrkstation options. Theres room for a TV/VCR combowell as a refrigerator that mounts at mid-level foraightforward entrance.

Large, optional access doors facilitate sleeper accessand parked ventilation. Tilt-out side windows withscreened vents are also available for added ventilationand ambient light.

Bunks are roomy, designed for quality rest, and easilylift to access underbunk storage. Sleeper controls arelocated close to the bunk, within arms reach (separateupper bunk panel optional).

1 Overhead Dome/Reading2 Footwell Light3 Exterior Step Lighting4 General Sleeper Lighting5 Lower Bunk Reading6 Baggage Area Lighting7* Writing Surface Lighting8* Lower Bunk Convenience Light9* Rear Footwell Lamp

* Optional lighting zones included in upgrade package.

Theres no place like home, but whenyoure on the road, theres no placeike the Cascadia.

A wall-mounted console controlsall of the sleeper conveniences,including HVAC and the dome light.

Accessory options include a TV installation packageand large-capacity, front-loading refrigerator mount-ed where you can get to it without bending over.

A pull-out desk offers a solid surfacefor filling out your log book, conductingbusiness, operating your laptop or diningin comfort.

The entire underbunk space is astorage, accessible via outside baggage dby raising the bunk with an easy-lift stmechanism.

Modular cabinet and storage opersonalize the Cascadias inteChoices include hanging closing, drawers and cabinets withmultiple configurations.


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e Cascadia needs less service than most, thanks to moreiable components with longer service intervals and

oughtful design details that keep a truck on the road here it belongs.

he optional roped-in windshield, for example, can beplaced within half an hour. Headlamps are standardms, widely available and easy to access without tools. Agged three-piece bumper offers replaceable end caps.he hood and fender assembly is composed of threecrete sections that are easier, faster and less expensiverepair. And shorter breakaway aerodynamic side extenders reduce the risk of cab damage.

The hood opens wide for easy engine access, and fluid reservoirs canbe checked at a glance. Here again, SAM (system activation modules)provides technicians with a wealth of diagnostic information to quicklyand accurately monitor, troubleshoot and repair the electrical system.

Exposed fasteners put wiring, gauges and other behind-dash itemsreadily at hand. Electrical wires are color coded and numbered for eas-ier circuit tracing. A Power Distribution Center locates all fuses andcircuit breakers in a single location behind the glove box. Convenient

vice doors provide direct entry to the HVAC system. Batteries, positioned close to the starter and alternator fornimum voltage drop, are a cinch to replace.

e quick-to-service ingenuity beneath the Cascadias sleek aerodynamic exterior means more time on the job, lesswntime in the shop and more money in your pocket.

tteries are accessed through a door and latch system lt into optional side fairings.

A detachable three-piece rain tray provides quick rear engine access. The removablemiddle section puts the top of the engine at your mechanics fingertips.

The hood opens wide , the engineand see-through fluid reservoirs are placed in easy view and reachfor daily inspections and routinemaintenance.

uge replacement has never been this straightforward.ke one out. Put one in.

Pit-stop-quick service engineering.


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simple purchase process thatscond to none.

rchasing a truck is one of the most important decisions a companyakes, whether buying one truck or a fleet of hundreds. With this in mind,eightliner makes the buying process easy, with highly-trained salesnsultants and one of the largest dealer networks in the industry sosinesses dont have to look far for their next purchase. Trucking profes-nals count on Freightliner dealers for reliable product information, truck

parts and service and ongoingcustomer support.

Financing is easy.

DaimlerChrysler Truck Financialoffers a variety of options, includ-ing loans and leases tailored tothe trucking industry that make

financing go smoothly. DC TF has beenmeeting the financing challenges of customers for nearly 30 years. It hassolutions for owner-operators or fleets from ten to 1,000 vehicles and canprovide conventional retail financing at attractive and competitive rates.It offers a variety of terms to match cash flow and up to 100-percentfinancing for qualified customers.

Comprehensive warranties foradded peace of mind.

Freightliner stands behind its trucksevery step of the way. We offer oneof the most comprehensive war-ranties in the business, as well as avariety of extended warranties.

Unmatched service and support.

With more than 400 Freightliner dealer locations across North America,customers are never far from the convenientservice and support they have come to expectfrom the industry leader. Additionally, 162

Freightliner ServicePoint facilities, integratedwith TravelCenters of America locations acrossthe country, offer certified repair and war-ranty work. Freightliner also maintains eightstrategically located parts distribution centersthroughout North America, ensuring fast partsdelivery to keep customers up and running.

Freightliners Customer Assistance Centerprovides customers a hotline thats available 24hours a day, seven days a week. Customers may

call the toll-free number (1-800-FTL-HELP) for technical suproadside assistance or towing services, or to locate the nearservice center.

Reliable, affordable parts.

Freightliners private label products, sold under the Alliancoffer quality parts at affordable prices. From starters anfilters and brake drums, Alliance parts, accessories andfit virtually all types of medium- and heavy-duty trucks.offers a full line of remanufactured components such as engisions, clutches and more. Allianceparts are sold at Freightliner dealersthroughout the U.S. and Canada.

Peace of mind for the road ahead.


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For the Freightliner Trucks Dealer nearest you, call 1-800-FTL-HELP. www.freightlinertrucks.com 45M, 4/07FTL /MC-B-800. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Freightliner Trucks is registered to ISO 9001.Copyright 2007, Freightliner LLC. All rights reserved. Freightliner Trucks is a member of the Freightliner Group.Freightliner is a DaimlerChrysler company.




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