Caterpillar is a provider of construction and mining equipment. Navistar is a manufacturer and marketer of medium and heavy trucks.

The company, which will be doing business locally as NC2 Trucks Southern Africa, succeeds the previous entity, Navistar International Trucks Southern Africa, and has acquired all its assets. Existing International truck dealers and staff will continue to serve customers as part of an expanding network of 17 dealers.

As a company, NC2 leverages the potent combination of Navistar’s truck manufacturing expertise and Caterpillar’s network.

NC2’s initial product lineup in South Africa will continue to be led by the International 9800 series of cabover long haul tractors, including the 9800e and the 9800i 6x4. Both models are powered by the Cummins ISX engine, which is rated at 298kW for the 9800e and at 355kW for the 9800i.

Recently introduced in South Africa is the International WorkStar conventional truck, which replaces the International 7600. The International WorkStar provides rugged power and flexibility for on-highway and limited off-highway applications. The WorkStar comes with a 6-cylinder, in-line Cummins ISM engine rated at 298kw.

Leading the company’s experienced South African management team will be the new country managing director, Paul Henning, who joined NC2 September 1, 2010.

Mr Henning, said: “Globally, the rollout of NC2 is a very exciting development, with two very strong brands bringing together technology, expertise and dealer network infrastructure. As NC2 pursues synergies in all these areas, it is reinventing the world of trucks. By focusing on South Africa as a priority, NC2 is confirming its confidence in our market’s strong future.”

Will the launch enhance NC2's market share in South Africa?

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