07-13-2019, 10:39 AM
As I am searching for my first Newell, I see that the older models typically had the 2 stroke 8v92 and then they advanced to the DD S60. My dad was a charter bus driver for 20 years and raved about the Series 60 when his buses had those for a powerplant. I see that Newell had some CAT C12, C13 and then stepped up to the big 625hp CAT C15 before arriving at the Cummins ISX 650.
I have heard that 8v92 drivers experience around 5mpg while Series 60 approaches 8mpg. I am not sure if this is universally agreed on, and I know precious little of the other platforms. My guess would be that the C12/13s would be closer to the S60 while the C15/ISX650 would be more around 5mpg.
Would love to hear some real world feedback. Budget will likely put me in a coach with the S60 or a C12/13, so if you have feedback on these platforms, I'd be glad to receive your knowledge.
I have heard that 8v92 drivers experience around 5mpg while Series 60 approaches 8mpg. I am not sure if this is universally agreed on, and I know precious little of the other platforms. My guess would be that the C12/13s would be closer to the S60 while the C15/ISX650 would be more around 5mpg.
Would love to hear some real world feedback. Budget will likely put me in a coach with the S60 or a C12/13, so if you have feedback on these platforms, I'd be glad to receive your knowledge.
Steve and Linda Burleson
28 years of RVing
Current RVs: 1986 Newell #125 w/2004 Ram 3500
2006 Keystone Raptor Toyhauler 30' stays at the family farm
Previous RVs: 1989 Rockwood Driftwood 35' gasser
1978 Georgie Boy 28'