Does anyone have any experience with the Peterbilt 348 (Formally 340) Chassis in the fire service? We're possibly looking at a new tanker, and a Peterbilt would be very convenient when it comes to service & repair availability. I am aware of the IH's, Freightliners, and other chassis, but I would really like some feedback on the Peterbilt's.
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Originally posted by ADC120 View PostDoes anyone have any experience with the Peterbilt 348 (Formally 340) Chassis in the fire service? We're possibly looking at a new tanker, and a Peterbilt would be very convenient when it comes to service & repair availability. I am aware of the IH's, Freightliners, and other chassis, but I would really like some feedback on the Peterbilt's.
I would certainly recommend talking to your prospective builders and see what their history with Pete is. And don't accept, "We can build on any chassis." The question should be, "How many have you done?" Then find who has any and talk to them. From that builder and others.
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Well said chiefengineer11...
You will certainly want to talk with any potential builders for this truck, and see what their experience has been with Peterbuilt chassis's. Don't just take one manufacturers word for it, talk to several of them. One may have had numerous problems, but others may actually prefer them. I agree that a properly spec'd out Pete should do just fine for you, especially since you have a dealer nearby.TruckCommittee.com
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Depending on what you're looking for this might work. Even if you want to go with another builder or style you might be able to some info on this unit from a local dealer just to get ideas. Just a thought.
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My department has a 2009 Peterbilt 340 US Tanker. The chassis is decent for its size. It is powered by the 360HP Paccar PX8 motor (Cummins). We would have prefered a larger chassis but were shot down by our Twp Supervisors due to cost and 1 dip**** thinking it was overkill.
My only complaint is that we put the batteries under the officers seat and because of their mount the seat can't go backwards fully. Nobody mentioned that during the specing.
Other than that we are happy with the chassis.
http://www.maytownedfd.com/capparatusPage.php?6Last edited by sigarms229; 12-10-2010, 11:55 PM.
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Thanks for the comments so far, I welcome any further input on the subject. Sigarms, since the PX-8 is the largest engine available, does the truck perform well, or is it underpowered? I assume the reason the batteries are in the cab, is due to the vertical exhaust? Neiowa, does your department have experience with Peterbilt? Two of our pumpers are Freightliner, and I ran a IH 4900 for years.Last edited by ADC120; 12-08-2010, 12:44 PM.
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Originally posted by SFD_E73_RET View PostIsn't Pete out of the fire service because they do not provide any stability control?
I think the comments on the cab size are accurate, and the door opening is such that I almost always hit my head when getting in or out when I have one in my possession. Driving dynamics are fine on the models I've sampled, but the cab does not quite get to Freightliner and IH standards for room and such things as noise and vibration levels. Much more noticed by a guy like me that has to drive one for hours on end as opposed to running it to a fire scene for a few minutes.
I believe, and I would need to check, there is a substantial difference in price between the Pete and Freightliner and IH. If it meets your needs, it will likely be your lowest cost choice."Share your knowledge - it's a way to achieve immortality." - Stolen from Chase Sargent's Buddy to Boss program
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Originally posted by npfd801 View Post
I believe, and I would need to check, there is a substantial difference in price between the Pete and Freightliner and IH. If it meets your needs, it will likely be your lowest cost choice.
Just curiosity here...the tanker posted earlier holds almost 3000 gallons, and I can't imagine seeing that on a IH 4400.
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Originally posted by skipatrol8 View PostDoes the Pete compete with IH 4 or 7 series? How about the FL?
Just curiosity here...the tanker posted earlier holds almost 3000 gallons, and I can't imagine seeing that on a IH 4400.
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The Mid-Range Peterbuilt and Kenworth chassis are built in the same Paccar plant outside of Montreal, Canada The Peterbuilt had some items as std equipment where they were options on the Kenworth chassis. Kind of like Ford and Mercury’s built in the same plant.
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Sigarms, since the PX-8 is the largest engine available, does the truck perform well, or is it underpowered? I assume the reason the batteries are in the cab, is due to the vertical exhaust?
Yes, the batteries moved inside the cab due to the vertical exhaust.Last edited by sigarms229; 12-11-2010, 04:36 AM.
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