International CXT
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| International CXT | |
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| Manufacturer: | Navistar International Corporation |
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| Production: | 2004– |
| Class: | Large pickup truck |
| Similar: | Hummer H1 Chevrolet Kodiak Ford Super Duty Ford F-650 |
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[edit] CXT
The International CXT (Commercial Extreme Truck) is a very large pickup truck. Introduced in September of 2004, the CXT is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a 9 ft (2.7 m) tall cab. It is the largest production pickup truck on the market, larger even than the Hummer H1.
The CXT is equipped with the DT 466 Diesel engine and is capable of towing up to 20 tons while its air-ride cab and individual bucket seats offer a smooth ride for the driver and 4 adult passengers. The CXT's interior includes luxury options such as leather, DVD, and satellite radio. Air brakes, an Allison automatic transmission, and 4 wheel drive are included as well. The CXT is priced at $115,000.
[edit] MXT
The MXT version was introduced at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show. The cab is lowered "to street level", according to reviewers, and the truck is fitted with International's 300 hp (224 kW) VT 365 Diesel V8 and the Allison 2000 transmission. The MXT is also the least-expensive of the XT family at $69,500 to $85,000.
[edit] RXT
The RXT (Recreational Extreme Truck) is another variant introduced at the Chicago show. It is targeted at equestrian and boat owners. It is priced at $76,000.
[edit] Celebrity Ownership
Because of its high price and low production run (sales are in the range of 500 to 1000 per year) the XT line is typically only purchased by the wealthy and notable owners include Ashton Kutcher, and basketball star Jalen Rose, while Nick Lachey and Jay Leno are said to have taken test drives. [1], [2]. International expects business owners to account for most sales. [3]
[edit] Criticisms
Due to its low mileage (a reported 7-10 miles per gallon) despite the efficiency of its diesel engine, and the possibility of the vehicles encouraging overconsumption, the CXT has been criticised as environmentally irresponsible. As Daniel Becker, director of the Sierra Club's global warming and energy program noted: "Shame on International for making this thing...This is a monster truck that only a Hummer could love, and it shows that without government leadership, the auto industry will lead us to more irresponsible, gas-guzzling vehicles." [4]
