LISLE, Ill. – September 12, 2016 – Equipment Today, the nationally recognized equipment magazine serving commercial construction contractors, has selected International^® HX^TM Series as one of the favored new construction products of 2016.

The editorial teams from Equipment Today and ForConstructionPros.com compiled product inquiries and web page views from new products featured in Equipment Today over a 12-month period from May 2015 to April 2016. The result is the 2016 Contractors’ Top 50 New Products, a listing of the industry’s favored products. Winning products represent the leading edge of innovation, quality, efficiency and environmental conservation in the construction equipment field today.

"The HX Series redefines strength and endurance and sets a new standard with construction and concrete customers," said Mark Johnson, vice president, marketing, Navistar.  "We are honored that this truck has been recognized by Equipment Today as one of the 2016 Contractors' Top 50 New Products."  

The HX Series addresses a full range of applications for the severe service industry. The trucks were engineered to withstand the most punishing job sites and include prime features such as an industry-leading 12.5" x .5" single rail delivering 3.5 million RBM at 13% less weight than that of a double 10" rail, a 40 degree wheel cut with 425 series tires for improved maneuverability and an all-new standard cab air suspension for a supremely comfortable ride. The HX Series is purpose-built to deliver Uptime in every aspect of its productivity, efficiency, reliability and performance.

“Contractors striving to complete projects on time and on budget recognize the Contractors' Top 50 New Products as important tools to boost productivity, increase efficiency and enhance profitability on their jobsites,” asserted Becky Schultz, Equipment Today editor. “To compete in today’s market, contractors need the types of features and capabilities these unique and innovative new products have to offer.”

Additional information on award recipients can be found in the September issue of Equipment Today and on the Equipment Channel of ForConstructionPros.com.

For more information on the HX Series or to locate a dealer, visit internationaltrucks.com.