A dual-clutch transmission system designed to change gears without interrupting power delivery to the wheels. It uses two separate clutches, one for odd gears and one for even gears, allowing the next gear to be engaged before the current one is released. This results in faster, smoother shifts compared to a traditional automatic or manual gearbox.
Heard on the job
The customer is complaining about a shudder on takeoff, which is a classic symptom of a worn clutch pack in that powershift.
Related terms
DCT
A dual-clutch transmission uses two separate clutches for odd and even gear sets to enable lightning-fast shifts.
Automatic transmission
A gearbox that changes gear ratios independently without a manual clutch pedal.
Clutchless manual transmission
A gearbox that requires manual gear selection but automates the clutch operation.