In order to enhance driver comfort and safety, FIAT Professional has introduced a new 8-speed automatic transmission, the AT8, installed
In the new Ducato, including its Camper variant.
One of the standout features of the AT8 is its notable reduction in CO2 emissions, lowered by 10% compared to the current automatic version. New components at the heart of the transmission assures improved shift times, quality, and control. All these characteristics are derived from the new clutches, resulting in more efficient drivability due to the improved torque, up to the best-in-class 450 Nm torque for a front wheel-drive large van on the 180 Multijet 4.0 engine.
“Another significant innovation is provided by a hydraulic accumulator, a key component in the support of transmission shifts, that manages to increase the proficiency of the output by enabling a faster response
time, alongside with refinement during Engine Stop Start,” explained Luca
The new AT8 will also be offered for the Ducato Camper, which will benefit from this significant transmission improvement. This gearbox transmission is suitable for Motorhomes up to 5-tonnes GVW, with an increase of over 600 kg compared to previous models and a total weight including towing of 6.5 tonnes.
In addition and thanks to the development of the all new diesel engine and a number of aerodynamic enhancements as well as features such as the “Eat&Work” seat bench, an electric autonomy of up to 420 km, with the ability to fast charge to 80% in just 55 minutes, FIAT Professional’s already compressive Ducato family has been further expanded and enhanced.