Is Western Star discontinuing the 5700XE?
Western Star canceling 5700XE Following a run of just six years, Western Star is shelving its model 5700XE the company confirmed Wednesday. “DTNA has elected to discontinue production of the Western Star 5700 XE effective with the end of the 2021 calendar year,” the company said via emailed statement.
What engines does Western Star use?
The new Detroit DD15® engine delivers more with less weight, powering the evolution of a new era in efficient driving. The DD15 is part of the Integrated Detroit Powertrain, three specifically-engineered Detroit components working together to improve efficiency, performance, and reliability.
What happened to Western Star trucks?
Moving Ahead in the 1990s to the 2000s In 2000, Western Trucks was sold to Daimler Trucks North America and operations were moved to Portland, Oregon. Daimler’s ultra-modern manufacturing facility in Portland gave way to even more innovations by the company engineers such as the LowMax package.
Is the 49X replacing the 4900?
Contrary to prior belief, the 49X is NOT an updated version of the 4900, the 49X is its own model that was built from the ground up. Western Star has been working on this unit for upwards of 6 years.
How much does a Western Star 5700xe weight?
Specifications
| Horsepower | 400-505 hp |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2718 lbs (dry) |
| Electronics | DDEC |
| Oil Capacity | 45.5 qt. (43 L) |
| Dimensions |
Who makes the DD13 engine?
Detroit Diesel
When it comes to maintenance, Detroit Diesel says the DD13 has the longest service intervals for its class. Plus, it shares a 65 percent parts compatibility with its larger relatives, the 14.8L DD15 and the 15.6L DD16 engines.
Is Western Star a Kenworth?
Kenworth and Western Star are not the same. They are entirely different in terms of history, technology, and specifications. If there’s one thing these brands have in common, it’s the fact that they are both popular in the trucking industry.
Why buy a Western Star 5700?
The Western Star 5700 takes what you love about aero trucks – namely the ride and fuel economy – and gives it an edge with an aggressive styling that’s as efficient as it is unique. Best of all, the 5700 gives you the same toughness and dependability you expect. Excellent performance and world-beating toughness.
What happened to the Daimler 5700xe Western Star?
Daimler Trucks is ending production of its Western Star 5700XE model at the end of the year. Is it a coincidence that order holders are getting their bookings canceled? (Photo: Daimler Trucks) Alex Kholb understood when his salesman told him delivery of the Western Star 5700EX he ordered in July was delayed from November to January.
Will the 5700 XE continue to serve the on-Highway market?
“Since 2015, the 5700 XE successfully answered the market need for the previously unaddressed premium on-highway segment, and Western Star will continue to serve that segment and our valued customers well into the future.”
Where are Daimler 5700xe made?
At our state-of-the-art Daimler plant in Cleveland, North Carolina, each 5700XE is assembled by hand, using the toughest Western Star components and the most advanced Daimler technology available. It’s not the least expensive way to build a truck, but it is the Western Star way.