a t470 brochure - Kenworth

PUSHING FOUR FEET OF SNOW OR HAULING 10 YARDS OF SAND, THIS IS YOUR HEAVY-DUTY CHOICE IN A MEDIUM-DUTY TRUCKThe versatile new Kenworth T470 merges just the right mix of brainand brawn to forge a whole new class at the heavy end of what isusually termed “medium duty.” It’s the ideal workhorse solutionfor snowplow, and other heavy front-axle vocational and municipalapplications that require full parent rail extensions.Available in GVW ratings from 33,000 lbs to 68,000 lbs, the T470features modern styling, superior ergonomics, and a fuel efficientpowertrain – all, in a robust chassis design meant to deliver a lot morevalue over the long haul.With full parent rail extensions providing maximum resistance tobending moment (RBM) from one end of the rail to theother, the T470 supplies a solid and durable mountingplatform for hydraulic pumps, winches, front stabilizersand snow plows.Front axles are rated from 12,000 to 22,000 lbs., singlerear axles from 21,000 to 30,000 lbs., and tandem rearaxles from 40,000 to 46,000 lbs. allowing for GVW ratingfrom 33,000 lbs to 68,000 lbs. Powerplant choices include thepowerful yet low cost of ownership PACCAR PX-8 engine rated to350 hp and 1,000 lb-ft of torque or the Cummins ISL engine with380 hp and 1,300 lb-ft of torque.Featuring a set-back front axle, a tight turning radius and anoptional automatic transmission, the T470 is agile, comfortableand easy to drive for new and experienced drivers alike – even incongested urban situations.Standard equipment includes best-in-class forward lighting withHalogen projector headlamps, a 3-piece aluminum or box steelbumper, multiplexed dash incorporating Kenworth’sDriver Information Center and a productive,doghouse-free premium interior. Optionally,Kenworth offers its spacious Extended Day Cab withan additional six inches of length and five inches ofcab height, high intensity discharge (HID) lighting,cab air suspension, factory-installed power take-off(PTO) and one lift axle.Clean frame rails and an exhaust-free back of cab clear the way for quick and efficient installation of a wide range ofbodies and chassis-mounted equipment. A weather-tight pigtail simplifies final wiring assembly. These attributesprovide cost effective body installations.The T470 incorporates the same highly reliable and ergonomic multiplexed dash installed in Kenworth’s Class8 product line. Body specific controls and gauge installation is facilitated by the reserved dash panel which isconveniently located and easy for drivers to reach.