9-speed Transmission from ZF


9HP transmission is one of the latest technology developed ZF Friedrichshafen AG. Currently, the 9HP is the number of transmission gears in the world. Nine teeth for possible commercial car casual. But for the medium-sized passenger cars, this very special achievement.




"Compared to a 6-speed transmission on the same car, the 9HP transmission could save fuel consumption by up to two digits, or rather at the rate of 16%," said Michael Hankel, Board of Management, Corporate Productions, Car Powertrain Technology Car Chassis Technology, Electronic Systems, ZF Friedrichshafen AG.



Gearbox ZF 9HP is designed specifically for front -engined car with a transverse or transverse layout. Whereas before 9HP come, only the highest gear transmission with up to 8 - speed, the engine is in the car position lengthwise ( longitudinal ) such as BMW and Lexus.

ZF 9HP developed with its British manufacturer, Land Rover. Line - up of products that are used as the first transmission this car is a Range Rover Evoque. Although the number of teeth a lot more, but the displacement is mounted on a smooth New Land Rover Evoque at the Geneva Motor Show this year.