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08-15-2004, 03:05 PM

I drove a M2 about 3 weeks ago. The same day I also drove a new International, I believe it was a 4300.

The International was just a cab and chassis, 32,000 lb, air suspension. Engine was I believe 285 hp. Allison 6 speed.

The M2 had a Mercedes, I suppose about 210 hp with a column shifter Allison 5 speed. It was leaf spring with a 24 foot dry van box.

Both of then would be worth looking at again. Not an equal comparison since they were not equal in setup and the Int'l had a higher level of finish and the air suspension, even without a body, seemed to ride better.

Does anyone know much about the International. I remember when the new body style came out some comments about electrical problems. Anyone know much about their engines?

08-15-2004, 03:05 PM	#2
Guest Posts: n/a	I drove a M2 about 3 weeks ago. The same day I also drove a new International, I believe it was a 4300. The International was just a cab and chassis, 32,000 lb, air suspension. Engine was I believe 285 hp. Allison 6 speed. The M2 had a Mercedes, I suppose about 210 hp with a column shifter Allison 5 speed. It was leaf spring with a 24 foot dry van box. Both of then would be worth looking at again. Not an equal comparison since they were not equal in setup and the Int'l had a higher level of finish and the air suspension, even without a body, seemed to ride better. Does anyone know much about the International. I remember when the new body style came out some comments about electrical problems. Anyone know much about their engines?