🚛 2026 Freightliner Cascadia Gen 5 Day Cab

The 2026 Freightliner Cascadia Gen 5 Day Cab is purpose-built for high-efficiency linehaul and regional operations. This CA126 Day Cab configuration delivers strong fuel economy, advanced safety systems, and a durable, driver-focused interior—making it an excellent fit for FedEx Transportation Service Providers and fleet operations running consistent paved-road routes.

Built on Freightliner’s latest Gen 5 platform, this truck balances performance, uptime, and operating cost control in a clean, modern day cab package.

🧾 Vehicle Overview

• Model: Freightliner Cascadia CA126 Day Cab (Gen 5)

• Condition: New

• Model Year: 2026

• Application: Linehaul / Long Haul Day Cab Service

• Configuration: Set-back axle tractor, 6×4

• Wheelbase: 182″

• GVWR: 50,000 lbs

• GCWR: 80,000 lbs

⚙️ Powertrain & Performance

• Engine: Detroit DD13 Gen 5, 12.8L

• Horsepower: 450 HP @ 1500 RPM

• Torque: 1,750 lb-ft @ 900 RPM

• Transmission: Detroit DT12-1750 Direct Drive 12-speed automated manual

• Rear Axle Ratio: 2.28

• Fuel Capacity: Dual 80-gallon aluminum fuel tanks

This DD13 / DT12 combination is optimized for fuel efficiency, reliability, and smooth power delivery—ideal for high-mile, fleet-focused duty cycles.

🛡️ Safety & Driver-Assist Technology

Outfitted with Freightliner’s Detroit Assurance safety suite to help reduce risk and driver fatigue:

• Active Brake Assist 5 with adaptive cruise to 0 mph

• Active Lane Assist with lane keep & lane departure protection

• Side Guard Assist

• Electronic Stability Control

• Hill Start Assist & Service Brake Hold

• Traffic Sign Recognition

🪑 Cab & Interior Comfort

Designed for long shifts and daily productivity, the Gen 5 Day Cab interior keeps drivers comfortable and focused:

• Premium high-back air-suspension driver seat

• Air-suspension passenger seat

• Tilt & telescoping steering column

• 5-inch color digital instrument cluster

• 7-inch touchscreen radio with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto

• Bluetooth, USB-C, and hands-free controls

• Automatic climate control with filtered HVAC system

• LED interior lighting and practical in-cab storage

🛞 Chassis & Running Gear Highlights

• 12,500-lb front axle / 40,000-lb tandem rear axles

• Airliner 40K rear air suspension

• Front air disc brakes with heavy-duty rear drums

• Aluminum wheels with aerodynamic axle covers

• Fontaine No-Slack II air-slide fifth wheel

🏗️ Built for Fleet & Lease Operations

This Cascadia Day Cab is spec’d specifically for general freight and fleet leasing applications, emphasizing uptime, predictable maintenance, and driver retention. It meets EPA GHG 2024 and CARB Ultra-Low NOx standards and includes Detroit Connect telematics hardware with a 5-year base package.