Sterling Debuts the Acterra SportChassis CE

Apr 25, 2001 12:00 PM

Sterling Truck Corporation has unveiled the Acterra SportChassis CE, a medium-duty recreational tow vehicle. Built on an Acterra chassis, the SportChassis CE features a 67-inch extended fiberglass cab which is custom-outfitted by Freightliner Specialty Vehicles, Inc. The new vehicle is designed to tow RV, horse, boat, race car or custom trailers. It is available through Sterling's network of Acterra dealers in the United States and Canada.

With a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 40,000 pounds, a towing capacity of 28,000 pounds and a 195-inch wheelbase, the SportChassis CE can handle trailers up to 53 feet in length, with weight-bearing capacity to spare for all the gear that RV enthusiasts, horse fanciers and automotive racers require. The CE exceeds most pickup capacities by nearly 10,000 pounds.

The SportChassis CE features a standard ride enhancement package that promotes ride quality, vehicle stability and handling when towing a trailer or running bobtail. For increased stability, ballast weights are located strategically behind the rear axle and below the frame rails. A set of tuned shock absorbers cushions the ride on rough roads, while a steering stabilizer bar helps provide more roll stability. For improved traction in snow and ice, automatically-deploying snow chains are available. At the touch of a button, the chains are deployed in front of the drive tires.