2026 McNeilus ZR

Chassis

Packer Type: ZR Model 48 (Sauer Hydraulics)
GVW Category: 33,001 lbs or greater
Chassis: Freightliner M2-106 (2026)
Steering: Dual seated steering
Fuel: Diesel (stainless steel tank)
Engine: Cummins ISL/ISC (Post-1/1/2017 emissions) – >300 HP
Transmission: Allison 3000 RDS with guard
Exhaust: Left-hand vertical
Suspension:

• Front: Spring shackle wide

• Rear: Hendrickson Haulmaax spring
  Rear Axle: Dual tire tandem
  Pump Drive: SS CV DS remote mount constant mesh PTO
  Battery Box: Street side frame mounted
  Cab Mirrors: Aero style
  CNG Transit Fill: No

Body

Model: ZR Zero Radius ASL (Model 2848)
Rated Capacity: 28-yard
Body Configuration: Medium floor, large tailgate, low profile
Body Floor: 10 GA AR200 (standard)
Hopper:

• Cover panel (ZR only)

• Wall liner: 3/16" AR400, 3 ft high

• Floor: 3/16" AR400 with liner
  Tailgate:

• 72" bumper width

• 10 GA AR200 side panels

• Hard rubber seal
  Front Light Bar: Standard 14 GA

Body Options

Tailgate Type: Non-TG-mounted CNG
Controls:

• Cab: Switches in dash

• Curbside outside: Underseat
  Cameras/Guards: Hopper light camera guard; arm valve cover not applicable
  Packer Follower: Standard 10 GA 50KSI panel with hinge cover
  Wear Protection: X-Wear standard
  Cleanout Tray: Curbside and street side
  Tailgate Prop Opening: Standard opening
  Joystick Style: Roller style, traditional
  Hopper Wind Deflector: Yes – low height

Hydraulics

Pump: Piston pump
Reservoir: Standard steel, frame-mounted (street side)
Filters:

• Return: Schroeder (in-reservoir)

• Pressure: HYDAC CF 60

• Sample Port: KP14NV 90° check
  Cylinders: Mailhot packer/ejector
  Cooler & Monitoring:

• Built-in temperature gauge (display)

• Temperature sensor in reservoir
  Shutoff Valve: Red handle ball valve
  Breather/Filler: Filler/breather on reservoir; standard filler cap
  Hose Protection: Cordura wrap (required hoses)
  Pressure Test Port: Included
  Low Oil Warning: Warning light
  Service Lift: Liftable body without service lift
  Hydraulic Fluid: ISO46 – US Oil

Lighting

DOT Lights: Economy LED
Smart Lights: 4" programmable strobes (tailgate, TG side, oval FOB)
Center Stop Light: Economy LED (tailgate center)
Mid-Body DOT Light: Oval amber turn signal/marker
Work Lights:

• Hopper: One 5" economy LED

• Arm: One 5" economy LED

• Mid-body: Box-mounted 5" economy LED
  Tailgate Corner Lights: None
  Smart Light Activation: Cab switch
  Display Location: Dash (RAM mount)

Camera System

System: SSV 9" Monitor/DVR (6-port)
Monitor Mount: Dash-mounted
Monitor Display (Reverse): Tailgate camera
Cameras: Qty 4

• Cab: Street side mirror-mounted

• Hopper: Street side rear hopper

• Arm: Down-looking (body wall mount)

• Tailgate: Reverse camera
  Assist Lights: Dual 5" economy round LEDs
  DVR in Cab: None

Arms & Forks

Model: ZR 12' Extended Reach Arm – 96 gal
Fingers: Standard finger grabber
Controls: Dual joystick