Why do trucks have so many transmission gears?

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Why do trucks have so many transmission gears?

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Anonymous 0 Comments

So much misinformation and overcomplication here…

Trucks have lots of gears to keep the engine close to peak horsepower as the wheel speed increases.

You can make unlimited torque with enough gearing. You can’t make unlimited horsepower.

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