Are Western stars good trucks?
Western Star went from being one of the top class trucks in the industry to being just a big heavy Freightliner. The interiors are not put together well and tend to start sagging and falling apart. The sleepers are kind’a ugly to look at and they just don’t seem to be as good a truck as they once were.
Is Western Star a Freightliner?
In 2000, Western Star was purchased by DaimlerChrysler, becoming part of the Freightliner Trucks division. In May 2015, the Daimler Trucks North America plant in Cleveland, North Carolina, began to build 4700 and 4900 models, as well as assemble all new semi tractor 5700XE models.
How much does a Western Star 4900 weigh?
2718 lbs
Specifications
| Horsepower | 400-505 hp |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2718 lbs (dry) |
| Electronics | DDEC |
| Oil Capacity | 45.5 qt. (43 L) |
| Dimensions |
Who invented Western Star?
White Motor Company
Western Star Trucks/Founders
What engine does Western Star use?
Western Star Trucks announced today it will offer Mercedes-Benz MBE4000 engines for its 4900 FA and 4900 SA truck models. Production will begin in January. The OEM said the 12.8-liter, in-line six-cylinder MBE4000 engine is ideal for vocational applications.
How much does a Western Star 4700 weight?
2487 lb
Specifications
| Horsepower | 350-505 hp |
|---|---|
| Bore | 5.20 in. (132 mm) |
| Stroke | 6.15 in. (156 mm) |
| Weight | 2487 lb (dry) |
| Electronics | DDEC |
What kind of parts does Western Star use?
Western Star Chrome Truck Parts and Accessories for all models including the Heritage and Constellation 4900 FA, 4900 SA, 4900 EX, and 6900 XD models! Choose your truck for a complete line of high quality products made to fit! Bumpers get damaged quicker than any other part of your truck.
Where can I buy a 2007 Western Star 4900?
2007 Western Star 4900FA Sleeper Cat C-15 / 18 Speed!! Cat C-15 / 475 HP 18 Speed / 3.58 Ratio 11R 24.5 / 246″ WB Located in South Sioux City, NE Financing Available with Good Cre… See More Details
What kind of truck is the Western Star?
2012 Western Star with a 50 Ton B & B Wrecker Body SN 118020811 Truck has 185,000 miles on odometer. Truck is 100% CARB compliant, DD15 550 HP, 18 speed, Full Lockers both rear drive axles,7/8 cab…
When did white start making the Western Star?
A 1997 “heritage”-style Western Star. In 1967 White Motor Company started the Western Star division as White Western Star with a new plant at Kelowna, British Columbia, sharing headquarters with White in Cleveland, Ohio.