KENWORTH

The World’s Best

WORK TRUCKS
 HIGH VALUE • REAL-WORLD • SOLUTIONS

From the beginning, Kenworth trucks have been custom engineered

to tackle demanding applications and operating conditions.

In the real world, few things work as well – options in the industry; front axles to 40,000

as reliably, as efficiently, as productively – as lbs., rears to 150,000 lbs.; pushers and tags;

a Kenworth truck. Whether it’s pulling 500 engines to 625 hp; double-inserted frames;

tons across the scorching deserts of Saudi front-drive axles; tandem front axles, tridem

Arabia. Hauling copper ore at air-starved rear drives; sheet metal hoods, brush guards,

altitudes in the Andes. Or operating in the and skid plates for severe service; front and

frozen north slope of Alaska where you never rear engine-mounted PTOs and transmission-

shut off the engine.  •  It takes confidence mounted PTOs; tire sizes to 29.5 x 25.25  •  If

and decades of experience to custom build – and you need a rugged-duty, all-business truck you

support – specialized trucks like these. It also can count on, count on Kenworth. It’s your high

takes the most extensive list of factory-installed value – real world – solution.
 DUMP TRUCKS

With all the back-breaking experience Kenworths have withstood the

world over, you can bet this is the ideal truck for less-than-ideal conditions.

Kenworth knows how to build trucks that can shoulder maximum payload with minimum tare weight and move that burden with sure-footed
confidence over steep, uneven and slippery job sites.  •  Your truck starts as a clean sheet of paper, its wheelbase custom tailored to your

job and local regulations. •  You’ve got the latest high-horsepower engines available to you as well as the suspension, traction control and

drive axle combinations you need to get as much of that power to the ground as possible.  •  Pusher axles, hydraulic tanks, power take-offs,

split fuel/hydraulic tanks, cast front tow hooks and personalized brightwork aren’t a problem. All these options can be factory installed for a

quality-finished product that will move your business ahead.

1. T800: Quad-axle dump truck. With

touch-button adjustability, aero-dynamic
mirrors enhance visibility and add style.
2. T800: Transfer dump. Kenworth’s
popular Extended Day Cab greatly expands
head and leg room, seat adjustment area and
storage capacity.
Kenworth-built hydraulic
tanks match Kenworth-built 3. T800: Tri-axle dump. Excellent visibility
fuel tanks for exceptional makes maneuvering on the job site easier.
Perfect for snowplows, municipal performance, durability and
dump trucks, mixers, refuse trucks Multiple lift axles can be factory style. When frame space or 4. W900L: Quad-axle. 30” bumper setting
and crane trucks that require front installed, providing a fully- weight requirements don’t for maximum bridge.
engine power take-off (FEPTO). The integrated solution where the allow a separate tank, optional 5. W900S: 28” bumper setting allows 36-
Daylite® doors and optional cab Kenworth factory-installed FEPTO braking system, lift controls split fuel/hydraulic tanks are foot bridge for 75,500-lb. GCW and 24-ton
corner windows give your drivers avoids aftermarket retrofit problems. and piping, the frame and even available (as shown). payload.
an added measure of visibility The cab and hood are raised 3.5” on chassis components have all
around congested job sites. The the FEPTO model and the 1,180-sq. been designed with your final 6. T800W: Wide hood with 1,780 sq. in.
clear back of cab also eases body in. radiator includes a modified bottom use in mind. radiator cools big power in tough conditions.
installation. tank for PTO shaft clearance. A
7. T800: Tri-axle dump with lightweight
front-frame extension provides space
options for maximum payload.
for front-mounted equipment like
hydraulic rams or hose reels. 8. C500: 45-ton off-highway dump truck.
9. T800W: Tridem drive axles and 1,780 sq.
in. radiator for high-GCW hauls.
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 MIXERS

Put a truck to work in the punishing, no-excuses

business of hauling ready-mix concrete and it’s only a matter of
time before true quality shows through.

When the job calls for delivering more product per load at the lowest possible cost, Kenworth’s build-it-light-but-right approach pays off big time – especially
in transit mix operations. Just look at the cab on most other ten-year-old mixers, and you’ll see what we mean.  •  Legendary for its longevity and integrity,

Kenworth’s conventional cab combines aluminum and fiberglass in an assembly that’s not only lighter – contributing to higher payload – but practically corrosion-

proof. Inside, thanks to our proprietary QuietCab ® sound barrier, a Kenworth is noticeably quieter – even when the unit is running full throttle. Order the optional

Cabmate air suspension system, and you just won’t believe you’re driving in a mixer.  •  Sure, it might cost a little more to buy a truck built this way. But the

payoff is equipment designed to be more productive, less expensive to maintain and more satisfying to drive. Worth every cent.

1.W900S: The World’s Best® bridge-

formula mixer.

2.T800: Mixer with factory-installed

pusher axles; 74,500 lbs. Federal Bridge
Law legal.
3. W900S and T800: Setting the
standards for visibility, maneuverability,
and ride in mixer trucks.

Optional cab corner windows 4. T800: Short hood with 116-inch

For mixers with sub-frames, BBC dimension offers excellent
and Daylite doors offer drivers
Coil-coated aluminum panels and Kenworth factory installs maneuverability and visibility in a
the enhanced visibility they
a fiberglass roof, supported by an a special plate that reduces standard mixer.
might need to negotiate
aircraft-grade aluminum alloy frame, frame stress by smoothing the
constricted, cluttered and often
produce a lightweight yet durable cab transition from a welded to
tricky job sites.
that is virtually immune to rust. bolted attachment.

At 43 degrees of wheel cut with 425 tires and

a 28-inch bumper setting, Kenworth W900S is
the acknowledged “Best in Class.”
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 HEAVY HAULERS

There’s just no better way to cut your heavy loads down to size.

Kenworth custom-engineers trucks to pull heavy loads over punishing terrain. While you may never challenge 200 tons, even hauling your loader across town
can be a real feat with the wrong truck.  •  To achieve compatibility and peak performance, each drivetrain is computer analyzed well before it’s assembled.

Select from the latest high-horsepower engines, secure in the knowledge that Kenworth’s 1,780 sq. in. cross flow radiator will keep them cool – especially critical

when you’re running full throttle at low speeds for extended periods.  •  Kenworth offers a wide range of automatic transmissions and automated manual trans-

missions for smoother startability and easier shifting. Factory-installed auxiliary transmissions, pusher axles, tridem drives, rear axles to 70,000 lbs. (150,000 lbs.

and more on the C500). And GCWs to 600,000 lbs.  •  So if you’ve got heavy loads to haul, rest easy. Your Kenworth can handle it.

1. C500W: With 1,780 sq. in. radiator

to cool high horsepower engines.
2. T800W: Accommodates the largest
radiator available in a highway truck
(1,780 sq. in.). Tridem drive axles for
optimum traction.
3.T2000: Aerodynamic styling and
large sleeper for on-highway specialized
haulers. Tridem drive axles for added
Whether you’re pulling 25-ton excavators or 500-ton nuclear Kenworth’s 1,780 sq. in. cross-flow traction and payload capacity.
reactors, your heavy hauling applications are unique. And radiator can cool high horsepower
it takes a unique truck to deliver on the promises you make. 4.W900B: 1,670 sq. in. radiator; set-
engines running full power at low
That’s why Kenworth offers more powertrain options than forward front axle for longer bridge and
speeds – conditions that would smoke
you’re likely to find from any other manufacturer. a standard highway tractor. traditional look.
5. T800W: Heavy hauler with set back
front axle handles the heaviest loads.
Kenworth’s intake and exhaust system 6.C500: Heavy prime mover for
uses large-diameter piping and very extreme applications. Kenworth’s intake
few bends to produce less restriction and exhaust system uses large-diameter
and backpressure and more useable piping and very few bends to produce
horsepower. less restriction and backpressure and
more useable horsepower.
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 LOGGERS

Since the early 1920s, Kenworth has been known as the

best truck to buy if you expect to take a beating and survive.

Kenworth has earned its legendary reputation for reliability, craftsmanship, comfort and longevity in forests the world over.  •  In fact, take a close look at how Ken-
worth designs trucks for logging, and you’ll know right away that Kenworth engineers have spent a lot of time working with loggers. Note the tough, yet lightweight cab

construction for durability and higher resale. The flat-glass windshield for quick, easy and inexpensive replacement. The highly adaptable free-fit bolt design that allows

maximum frame articulation and flex. The heavy-duty rear crossmember for pintle hooks.  •  Then check out the long list of application-specific options that you can get

factory installed for job-ready, right-the-first-time delivery: stinger-steered end-of-frame configurations, bunk mounting angles, central tire inflation, specialized suspen-

sion systems and enclosed gladhands and lightlines.

1. T800: Set back axle gives

exceptional maneuverability.
2. T800: Self-loading logger.
3. T800: Sloped hood gives
excellent visibility.
4. C500W: Wide hood and 1,780 sq.
in. radiator. 14R25 tires and 85,000
Since dense forests and jungles lb. planetary drive axles.
Heavy-duty cross-members make short work of linehaul trucks, 5. T800: Aerodynamic mirrors offer
and 3-hole gussets strengthen Kenworths can be spec’d fully dressed touch-button convenience.
Kenworth also offers wirebraid
your Kenworth’s backbone, hose for its air brake systems – for severe service with sheet metal 6. W900: Tridem drive axles
preparing it for the pounding a detail you’ll definitely notice hood and fenders, brush guards and for mobility and load-carrying
of forest haul roads. when you’re welding up your skid plate. capability.
log bunks. It may be a little Kenworth is one of the few manufacturers to 7. T800: An inserted frame and
more expensive to build a build effective tri-drives – offering the pulling tapered chrome steel box bumper
truck this way, but worth every power of a 6x6 for less money and without the provide extra durability in tough
cent in a logging application hassle of a transfer case or the raised front end conditions.
that takes you miles from of a front drive axle. 8. T800: Curved-glass cab offers
anywhere. enhanced visibility; available in two-
piece (shown) or one-piece. Also
available in two-piece flat glass.
9. T800: Dual air cleaners for dusty
conditions.
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 HIGH VALUE

When running trucks is not your core business,

you should demand a lot more for your money.

More Visibility

A sloped hood, proprietary Daylite Doors, double-sized peeper windows and stable, cab-mounted mirrors combine to give your drivers a

better, clearer view of everything around them. And depending upon your type of operation, optional cab corner windows and additional

mirrors can also be added for even greater visibility.

More Maneuverability

Kenworth trucks feature advanced steering geometry that produces maximum wheel cut and a tight turning circle – even with flotation-

type tires and front drive axle configurations. If you think about it, this kind of maneuverability can mean less time on the job site, more

deliveries and more productive – and satisfied – drivers.

More Reasons to Drive for a Living

More Comfort: Kenworth’s cab might just be the perfect working environment for professional drivers. Note there’s no engine intru-

sion, so no doghouse. Just plenty of room. And quieter, cleaner surroundings. • Hand-sewn vinyl or fabric upholstery, in a selection of

contemporary colors, comes with coordinated fabric headliners (not painted sheet metal) and rubber floor mats for an interior that’s tough

to abuse yet quick to clean. • To make the long hours less fatiguing, the toe board angle is flatter than on most conventionals. Premium

air ride seats are orthopedically sculpted and fully adjustable for a just-right fit in any driving position. Kenworth’s optional Extended Day

Cab expands on these qualities with extra head and leg room, more room behind the steering wheel and added storage capacity – an

even greater investment in driver satisfaction. More Control: Kenworth applies sophisticated ergonomic principles to design trucks that

are easier to drive. Switches and controls – even those for liftable pusher axles and PTOs – are comfortably visible, clearly marked and

right at hand. Glare-free gauges with large, visible graphics are grouped according to function and frequency of use. And a cluster of

warning lights that monitor air, oil and coolant is conveniently located in front of the driver in the instrument panel.
 The narrow and dramatically sloped hood of the
T800 provides outstanding visibility – both in
front of the truck and over the right hand side,
two views that challenge the drivers of most
conventional trucks.
Kenworth’s QuietCab® incorporates
a high-tech sound barrier to greatly
reduce interior noise – welcome
relief from the din of backhoes and
bulldozer tracks.

Anybody can install a

big engine, but
nobody else can
provide as big a
radiator to cool them.
Kenworth radiators
and charge-air-coolers
come perfectly
matched to your
horsepower
requirements, from
1,240 sq. in. to 1,780
sq. in. – insurance
that the engine will
run strong under all
conditions.
Frames are available in single rail options from
10-5/8” x 5/16” to 10-11/16” x 1/2” to double
inserted 11-5/8” x 3/8” rails.

Kenworth’s 59-inch long taper leaf

springs (available in ratings from A set-back front axle (T800) helps optimize loading and
12,000 lb. to 22,000 lb.) produce an maneuverability, while the set-forward configuration of our
unusually good ride – whether the truck W900 maximizes axle spacing for optimum bridge length.
is loaded or empty.
 FEATURES & OPTIONS

At the pace of today’s business, a work truck

should come straight from the factory, ready to work.

As a custom truck builder, Kenworth offers factory-installed options to match the truck to the job. The result is a more integrated, fully-engineered product you can
depend on – right from the start.  •  For hauling maximum legal loads without sacrificing strength and durability, you can select from a long list of weight-saving com-

ponents and options including aluminum hubs, fused drums, aluminum clutch housing, aluminum bumper, lightweight charging/starting systems and more.  •  Among

the hundreds of severe duty options available are cast eye front springs, reinforced cab, driveline U-joints with increased operating angles for rough terrain, heavy-duty

fuel tank straps and steel under-bellhousing crossmember.  •  And naturally, you have an almost unlimited choice of chrome and polish options. After all, it may be a

work truck, but it’s still a Kenworth.

1. Slipper springs with radius rods. For the most rugged 8. Kenworth-designed and built tool boxes match the
applications, radius rods replace the spring eyes on front style of Kenworth’s battery boxes, and include a hinged
springs to take the pounding and shock loads of off-road cover with T-handle lock.
work.
9. Kenworth’s Multi-function Highline Display pro-
2. Planetary hub-reduction axles. When the surface is vides the driver with important real-time information on
rough, hub-reduction axles get better traction by eliminat- truck performance. The touch of a button displays up-
ing wind-up in the axle shafts. to-the-second readouts on cumulative trip fuel economy,
optimum RPM for maximizing fuel efficiency, and
3. Kenworth aerodynamic mirrors with 4-way remote ad- system diagnostics (in language a lay person can under-
justment and heated convex mirrors. Quick response from stand). Comprehensive truck specification data – unique
touch-button controls adjust the mirrors fast to improve to the vehicle – is also available to speed troubleshoot-
productivity on the jobsite. Foldaway design resists damage ing and parts replacement.
if struck by other equipment.
10. Heavy-duty 7-inch-wide fuel tank straps. For the
4. Heavy-duty air cleaner panels help secure the hood on roughest conditions, oversize stainless steel straps secure
rough roads, for longer hood life. the tanks without the standard underslung support,
5. Center-mounted tow hitch. Includes front frame rein- providing exceptional strength and improved ground
forcement to provide an easy, single-point towing location clearance. Available with an optional polished finish.
with plenty of strength. 11. Door bearing blocks make the door an integral part
6. Several end-of-frame configurations are available, of the cab structure. Rubber wedges on the doors mate
Kenworth’s 59” long taperleaf springs with shock absorb- including the bent-and-welded tractor taper shown here. with stainless-steel wear plates on the door frame to
ers offer a smooth ride with excellent stability. Available Drop hitches, pintle hooks, and fifth wheel skid ramps are provide additional cab durability.
in a wide range of ratings including: 12,000 lb., 13,200 lb., also available. 12. Chromed, heavy-duty box bumper combines
14,600 lb., 16,000 lb., 18,000 lb., 20,000 lb. and 22,000 lb. robust functionality with show-truck styling.
7. Roof-mounted rotating beacon or strobe lights. Avail-
able with rotating or strobelight beacons, make the truck
more visible on the jobsite or when moving specialized
loads. Available with polished mounting brackets.
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 HEAVY DUTY SUPPORT

The reliability and money making potential of your business relies on the dependability of
your support system — another great reason to invest in a Kenworth.

The minute you take delivery of your Kenworth, you gain 24/7 access to one of the most extensive and reliable parts and service
organizations in the trucking industry. People who know your truck inside out and can show you how to lower operating expenses,
maximize uptime, optimize truck performance and profit from your investment. Comprehensive preventive maintenance programs,
expedited servicing, complimentary roadside assistance and cost management service cards are among the valuable programs
available through Kenworth PremierCare®.

1-800-KW-ASSIST: No The Customer Center representative that Kenworth PremierCare Preventive Kenworth PremierCare Maintenance
matter where you are in the answers your call asks for the basics – your Maintenance: Tailored to fit the way you Manager: PremierCare Maintenance
United States and Canada – location, the problem you’re having with operate, this PM program – equivalent Manager gives you a powerful new way
or when – you can count on the truck, and the VIN. This is all logged to just a few cents a mile – incorporates to manage your maintenance expenses
the Kenworth PremierCare into a computer database so that anyone factory recommended procedures, annual and control costs – whether you run
toll-free hotline to help get in the Kenworth PremierCare Customer government safety inspections and the one truck or 100.
you back on the road as Center can assist in the call or track the common sense judgment of truck experts
quickly as possible. status of a problem. to optimize truck performance.

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 SPECIFICATIONS

W900B
BBC: 120”
Bumper Setting: 30” or 35” optional with box bumper
Front Axle to BOC: 90”
82”
Application: Tractors and full trucks
Hood: Straight, forward-tilting fiberglass
OPT.
Available Engines: PACCAR MX, Cummins ISX11.9 and 15
Available Radiator: 1,670 sq. in.
Front Axle Rating (max): 18,000 lbs.; Rear Axle Rating (max): 58,000 lbs.
31.5” 90” OPT.
GCWR: 200,000 lbs.
121.5” CA OPT.
WB OPT. OPT.
Frame: Single and inserted rails

W900L
BBC: 130”
Bumper Setting: 30” or 35” optional with box bumper
Front Axle to BOC: 100”
82”
Application: Tractors and full trucks
Hood: Straight, forward-tilting Metton
OPT.
Available Engines: PACCAR MX, Cummins ISX11.9 and 15
Radiator: 1,240 sq. in.
Front Axle Rating (max): 18,000 lbs.; Rear Axle Rating (max): 58,000 lbs.
30” 90” OPT.
GCWR: 200,000 lbs.
120” CA OPT.
Frame: Single and inserted rails
WB OPT. OPT.

W900S
BBC: 120”
Bumper Setting: 28”
Front Axle to BOC: 92”
82”
Application: Vocational full truck only
Hood: Sloped, forward-tilting fiberglass
Available Engines: PACCAR MX, Cummins ISL, ISL-G, ISX11.9 and 15
Radiator: 1,300 sq. in.
Front Axle Rating: 20,000 lbs.; Rear Axle Rating (max): 58,000 lbs.
28” 92” CA OPT.
54”
Wheel Cut: 43° with 425/65R22.5, Best in Class
24.75”
WB OPT. PTO: Rear engine; transmission mounted 6 and 8 bolt
427”
40” Frame: Single and inserted rails
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T800 & T800W TANDEM AND TRIDEM

BBC: 122.5” (T800); 125” (T800W)
Bumper Setting: 48.5”(T800); 51”, 66”, or 73” (T800W)
82”
Front Axle to BOC: 74”
Application: Tractors, full trucks, logger, heavy hauler
OPT.
Hood: Sloped forward-tilting fiberglass or Metton
Available Engines: PACCAR MX, Cummins ISX11.9 and 15
PTO’s: Rear engine; transmission mounted 6 and 8 bolt, FEPTO
OPT. Available Radiators: 1,440 sq. in. (T800) and 1,780 sq. in. (T800W)
48”
121”
74” CA OPT. Front Axle Rating (max): 22,000 lbs.
WB OPT. OPT. Rear Axle Rating (max): 105,000 lbs.
GCWR: 175,000 to 330,000 lbs. (higher with special approval)
Frame: Single, double, triple rails

74” 20.2” T800 TWIN STEER

BBC: 122.5”
Bumper Setting: 50” (T800)
Front Axle to BOC: 72”
82” Application: Logger, heavy haul tractor, oil fields
Hood: Sloped forward-tilting fiberglass or Metton
Available Engines: Cummins ISX11.9 and 15
OPT.
PTO’s: Front engine (T800W); transmission mounted 6 and 8 bolt
Available Radiator: 1,440 sq. in.
Front Axle Rating (max): 29,000 to 40,000 lbs.
36”
50” 72” OPT. GCWR: 175,000 to 330,000 lbs.
OPT. OPT.
Frame: Single, double, triple rails

T800 SHORT HOOD

BBC: 115.5”; Optional: 133” & 144”
Bumper Setting: 48.5”; Optional: 66” & 73”
82” Front Axle to BOC: 67”
Application: Tractors and full trucks
Hood: Sloped forward-tilting Metton
OPT.
Available Engines: PACCAR MX, Cummins ISX11.9 and 15
PTO’s: Rear Engine, transmission mounted 6 and 8 bolt
73” OPT.
Available Radiator: 1,440 sq. in.
66” OPT.
OPT.
Front Axle Rating (max): 20,000 lbs.; Rear Axle Rating (max): 58,000 lbs.
48.5” 67”
112” CA OPT. GVWR: 78,000 lbs. for 3 axles; GCWR: 140,000 lbs.
WB OPT. OPT.
Frame: Single and inserted rails
 Note: Equipment and specifications shown in this

brochure are subject to change without notice.

Consult with your Kenworth dealer at time of

SPECIFICATIONS ordering for standard and optional equipment.

140” C500
W/FPTO
123” BBC: 123”+
Bumper Setting: 49”, 56.5”and 66”
Front Axle to BOC: 74”
Application: Tractors and full trucks
86”
Hood: Straight or sloped wide forward-tilting; sheet metal butterfly
OPT. Available Engines: Cummins ISX15
OPT. PTO’s: Front, rear, split shaft, and transmission mounted 6 and 8 bolt
Radiator: 1,780 sq. in.
Front Axle Rating (max): 30,000 lbs.; Rear Axle Rating (max): 150,000 lbs.
49” 74” CAOPT.
CA OPT.
GVWR: 180,000 lbs. for 3 axles; GCWR: 500,000 lbs. (higher with special approval)
66” OPT. OPT.
Frame: Single, double, and triple rails ®

123” 20.2”
C 5 0 0 T W I N S T E E R (8x4, 8x6, 8x8, 10x10)
38”
BBC: 123”+
Bumper Setting: 85” (49” from forward axle)
Front Axle to BOC: 38” (2” behind 2nd axle centerline)
86”
Application: Tractors and full trucks
Hood: Straight, forward-tilting fiberglass; sheet metal butterfly
Available Engines: Cummins ISX15
OPT. Radiator: 1,780 sq. in.
Front Axle Rating (max): 40,000 lbs.; Rear Axle Rating (max): 150,000 lbs.
GVWR: 190,000 lbs. for 4 axles; GCWR: 500,000 lbs.
72” OPT.
Frame: Single, double, and triple rails
85” WB OPT. OPT.

K500
110” BBC: 95”
105” Bumper Setting: 60”
Front Axle to BOC: 56”
Application: Export and Off-Highway full trucks
OPT. Available Engines: Cummins ISX15
Radiator: 1,480 sq. in.
Front Axle Rating (max): 30,000 lbs; rear axle rating (max): 150,000 lbs.
60” 56” GVWR: 180,000 lbs.
OPT.
95” OPT. Frame: Single, double, and triple rails
116”
OPT. OPT.
OPT.