Check out this latest and greatest selection of Class 8 dump trucks and bodies.

by Kerry Clines, Senior Editor

Kenworth Truck Co.

Set-back front axle

Kenworth says its T800 dump truck is rugged, reliable, and versatile. The truck features a set-back front axle to optimize payload potential and maneuverability; offers front and rear PTO options to handle challenging applications; and is said to be engineered to the application for added dependability, longevity, and lifecycle value. It can be specified with engines rated with a wide horsepower range, offers several radiator sizes up to 1,780 square inches for added cooling, and has a variety of rear axle ratings to meet specific customer requirements.

Volvo Trucks North America

Comfort and safety

The Volvo VHD dump truck features a spacious, comfortable cab with insulation and soundproofing. Doors are double sealed to keep out water, wind, and noise. The company says the truck is dependable, maneuverable, and offers the highest payload capacity. The truck’s high-strength steel cab is designed to protect drivers with three-point seat belts and a driver-side air bag. Heavy-duty safety systems come standard for added peace of mind.

Peterbilt Motors Co.

Maneuverable in tight spaces

Peterbilt says its Model 382 dump truck features a 50-degree wheel cut for maneuverability in tight spaces. Powered by a Cummins ILS9 engine, the truck provides 345 to 380 horsepower, up to 1,300 pound-feet of torque, and is available with rear engine power take-off (REPTO) and the Bendix ESP stability system. It can be configured to meet any need with front-axle offerings rated up to 20,000 pounds and rear axles rated up to 46,000 pounds.

Western Star Trucks

Tackles demanding jobs

Both powerful and versatile, the Western Star 4900 dump truck is said to be ideal for any application, featuring all the options necessary to tackle demanding jobs. Options include several different suspension configurations; rear engine, front engine, and transmission-driven PTO; frame rail clearance to mount wet kits and hydraulic tanks; various exhaust packaging configurations with horizontal outlets, or single or dual stacks; clean back of cab; suspended air and electrical harness; and up to 3.2 million RBM (resistance to bending moment) with a single channel frame.

Caterpillar Inc.

First model in vocational truck line

The Cat CT660 dump truck is the first model in a full line of Class 8 vocational trucks. Engine options include the Cat CT11, CT13, and CT15 with horsepower ratings from 330 to 550 and peak torque ratings from 1,450 to 1,850 pound-feet. The company says the combination of dual, sequential turbochargers and a precise fuel-injection system allows the engines to develop peak torque at lower speeds. The cab’s interior features an air-suspension driver’s seat with adjustable lumbar support that reclines and adjusts to fit any driver.

Mack Trucks, Inc.

Designed for extreme workloads

Mack says its Granite dump truck is designed to shoulder extreme workloads while delivering driver comfort. Available in axle-forward and axle-back configurations, the truck’s Cornerstone chassis uses lightweight advanced materials and application-specific crossmembers to carry heavy payloads. The spacious, ergonomic cab design gives drivers plenty of leg and head room, and air-suspended cab mounting protects drivers from harsh, rough roads. The 325- to 405-horsepower MP7 engine and 415- to 505-horsepower MP8 engine provide plenty of muscle and great low-end torque, according to the company.