2026 Western Star 47X

Category: Trucks (Dump, Class 8). Utility: Low-mileage dump spec points to vocational duty cycles, short haul, jobsite starts and stops, and PTO-driven body work. Tandem 6x4 with spring suspension favors load stability and simple service access over ride quality, and the 218-inch wheelbase keeps it maneuverable around tight entrances and stockpiles. Powertrain: Detroit DD13 rated at 470 hp paired with an Allison RDS 6-speed automatic targets consistent pull-away under load and controlled low-speed operation, with less driver workload in traffic and on uneven ground. Automatic calibration and shift strategy matter on dumps, and the Allison package is typically chosen to protect driveline components during repetitive start-stop cycles. Walkaround: Steel chassis and aluminum wheels combine durability with some unsprung weight savings at the corners. Frame rails and crossmember areas are the first places to watch for upfit drilling quality and any early paint rub-through once a body is installed. Cab entry points, seat bases, and pedal pads should show minimal wear at 1,500 miles, and any early scuffing usually traces back to jobsite boots and frequent in and out. Identification: Serial 5KKHBPDV9TLWG5858, stock 316084.