The driver therefore has mastery of the powertrain so that good journey times are achieved without excessive speed or heightened stress. Fuel economy will be consistently maintained at an optimum level. And over the long term there will be less wear throughout the powertrain, with obvious beneficial effects on reliability and the overall cost of operation. 

New gearbox range
The phased introduction of a new Scania gearboxes begins in 2005. Each new gearbox will be a like-for-like replacement of the existing range. Enhancements in design and functionality will result in faster, easier shifting, less weight and better fuel economy.

A completely new option will be a 6-speed gearbox. The vast majority of applications will be met by either a range-change or range-splitter gearbox.

There will be choices of gearbox for every Scania engine.

Range-splitter 12-speed: for all engines in the range 230 to 420. Optimised for performance, economy and driveability.

Range-splitter 12+2-speed: the addition of two extra low-ratio crawlers for increased versatility. Available with most engines starting from 340.

Range-splitter 12+2-speed overdrive: designed for all applications where hub reduction axles are specified, or with the 620 engine.

Range-change 8+1-speed: versatile and rugged gearbox designed for easy driving with engines up to 470 and gross weights from 24 to 60 tonnes. 8 forward ratios plus a crawler.

Range-change 8-speed:  designed for distribution and light construction applications. Available with all 9-litre engines (230, 270, 310). Compact, rugged and uncomplicated, with a simple H-pattern shift and slick operation.

6-speed: specially for light-duty urban distribution. No range-change, just a simple 6-speed shift, more like a car than a truck. Ideal for busy multidrop city schedules. Available with 230 and 270 engines.

Automatic options
Scania offers two possibilities for automatic gearchanging: a conventional automatic transmission or Scania Opticruise.