HX520 Series Day Cab
Built for severe duty New Zealand work
The International HX520 Day Cab is a rugged severe-duty truck built for heavy haul, construction, and vocational applications across NZ. Designed for operators who demand strength and reliability, it’s perfect for long hours, heavy loads, and challenging conditions.
Powered by a Cummins X15 e5 SCR engine with ratings from 485–578hp up to 615hp and torque up to 2,050 lb‑ft, it delivers high performance with confidence. Eaton transmissions, Meritor axles and International Ride Optimised Suspension systems combine to give smooth handling and excellent payload capability.
The HX520 offers NZ’s lowest tare cab and chassis for its class, paired with a driver-focused interior that balances comfort with control. It’s available in tipper or tractor specification, manual shift, with 90t GCM capability, making it versatile for local operators.
KEY
FEATURES
- Cummins X15 e5 SCR engines (485–578hp / 615hp)
- Eaton RTLO or Ultra-Shift MXP transmissions (18–22 speed, 2-pedal options)
- Meritor steer axles: MFS 143 Widetrack 6.5, 7.2, 13 tonne
- Meritor drive axles: RT40-14X-5DER-GP, RT46-160GP, Tri-Drive options
- Front suspensions: Parabolic 3 leaf, Electronic Air 6.5 tonne
- Rear suspensions: IROS General / Heavy Duty, Primaxx EX-Gen3, Hendrickson tag
- Disc brakes with Bendix ABS/Traction Control
- Knorr Trailer Control Module
- World-leading 762 MPa high tensile steel chassis, 260mm depth
- Tip/Tractor cab configurations for NZ workloads
PERFORMANCE
& TECHNOLOGY
- Torque 1,850–2,050 lb‑ft (model-dependent)
- Maximum GCM 90t
- Eaton RTLO / Ultra-Shift MXP transmission options
- High-capacity Meritor axles, multiple ratios 3.7–4.3
- Parabolic or electronic air suspensions for ride optimisation
- Heavy-duty disc & drum brakes
- Tight turning for urban and regional NZ work
- NZ-spec lowest tare weight for class
- Durable drivetrain for long-term reliability
- Optional PTO configurations for auxiliary equipment
COMFORT
& CONVENIENCE
- Spacious Day Cab layout
- Air-sprung, fully adjustable driver seat
- Diamond or Diamond Elite trim
- Digital instrument cluster
- HVAC climate control
- Bluetooth and USB connectivity
- Cruise control
- Multiple internal storage options
- Electric windows and door locks
- Ergonomic cab design for long shifts
SPECIFICATIONS
| Engine – Cummins | X15 e5 SCR | 485hp – 578hp @ 1850 lb/ft | 615hp @ 2050 lb/ft |
| Transmission – Eaton | RTLO 18918B – 20918B – 22918B | Ultra-Shift MXP 18E318 | Ultra-Shift MXP 20E318 (2 Pedal) |
| Steer Axle/s – Meritor | (1) MFS 143 Widetrack 6.5t | (1) MFS 143 Widetrack 7.2t | (2) MFS 143 Widetrack 13t |
| Front Suspensions | Parabolic 3 leaf, 6.5t | Parabolic 3 leaf, 7.2t | Electronic Controlled AIR 6.5t (2nd steer) |
| Drive Axles – Meritor | RT40-14X-5DER-GP, ratios 3.7-4.3 | RT46-160GP, ratios 3.9-4.3 | Tri-Drive, RT46-160GP |
| Rear Suspensions | Air: International Ride Optimised, General Duty | Air: International Ride Optimised, Heavy Duty | Air: Primaxx EX-Gen3, Heavy Duty / Tag: Hendrickson |
| Brakes | Cast and Centrifuge drums | Disc brakes, Bendix system | |
| Electronic Brake Systems | Bendix ABS | Bendix Traction Control (TC) | Knorr Trailer Control Module |
| Chassis Frames | 762mpa high tensile alloy steel | Maximum 260mm depth | Pierced to client specs |
| Tare Weight | NZ’s lowest tare cab and chassis; spec for spec, on all models | ||
| GVM and GCM Ratings | Individual ratings are subject to drivetrain components installed | ||
