New engine available soon for class 6 and 7 vehicles

Starting in January 2007, Kenworth will install the new PACCAR PX-6 and PX-8 medium duty engines in its conventional Class 6 and 7 vehicles. The 6.7-liter PACCAR PX-6 engine will be available in ratings ranging from 200 to 325 horsepower and 520 to 750 feet per pound of torque. The 8.3-liter PACCAR PX-8 engine will be available in ratings ranging from 240 to 330 horsepower and a torque range of 660 to 1,000 feet per pound in addition to a 360-horsepower version for emergency vehicles.