Kenworth Wireline Truck

Kenworth Wireline Truck – Overview & Typical Specs

Manufacturer: Kenworth (PACCAR)
Type: Two-Axle or Three-Axle Heavy Service Truck
Application: Wireline operations, logging services, well intervention support

Common Kenworth Models Used

Kenworth builds rugged, customizable chassis ideal for body integration:

• T370 / T380 – Medium-duty work truck chassis

• T440 / T480 – Heavy-duty service & vocational chassis

• T800 (two-axle) – Severe duty / larger bodies possible

• W900 / C500 (occasionally for larger bodies)

Most common for wireline bodies are T370, T380, and T440 due to GVWR and utility support.

Chassis Specifications (Typical)

Engine

Diesel engines suited for long duty cycles and heavy hydraulic load:

• PACCAR PX-7 / PX-9

  • 200–350 HP (PX-7)

  • 260–405 HP (PX-9)

• Cummins B6.7 / L9 / X12

  • B6.7: 200–300 HP

  • L9: 260–380 HP

  • X12: 350–450 HP

• Detroit Diesel (DD8 / DD13)
  Alternative power choices with similar ranges.

Torque Range: ~600–1,500 lb-ft

Transmission

• Allison Automatic: 3000 / 3500 / 4000 Series (most common in service work)

• Eaton Fuller Manual / AMT: Optional for highway rigs

Good choice for wireline vehicles is Allison Automatic for ease of use and durability under varying loads.

Chassis Drivetrain

• Axle Configuration:

  • 4×2 (two-axle, steer + drive) for lighter bodies

  • 6×4 (three-axle, better distribution of weight for heavier service bodies)

• GVWR: ~26,000–52,000+ lb depending on chassis and body

• Front Suspension: Multi-leaf or parabolic leaf springs

• Rear Suspension: Heavy-duty leaf or optional air ride