Kenworth Expands PACCAR Proprietary Front Axle
Offering with New Standard Track
KIRKLAND, Wash. – Kenworth is introducing
a new standard track options for the 20,000-lb and
22,800-lb PACCAR proprietary front axle lineup,
available for order with Kenworth Class 8
vocational models.
PACCAR Front Axle
Designed for construction and vocational
application, the PACCAR front axle enhances
vehicle payload-carrying capability and
complements the superior performance of
PACCAR’s MX-11 and MX-13 engines. The
PACCAR front axle was introduced into the market
last year with wide track configurations rated at
20,000 pounds and 22,800 pounds.
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“The PACCAR front axle with standard track
is an important addition for the vocational market as
it provides the best axle/wheel/tire combination to
achieve a 20,000-pound rating with 425-series tires,
while also offering excellent wheel-cut and
maneuverability,” said Kurt Swihart, Kenworth
marketing director.
The PACCAR front axle uses an innovative
tapered kingpin roller bearing, which simplifies the
design and delivers enhanced steering efficiency.
The PACCAR front axle offers steering angles up to
50 degrees and has a five-year / 750,000 mile
warranty, providing customers the peace of mind
they have come to expect from Kenworth products.
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