Question:
Does anyone use Peterbilt Model 330 trucks for portable service and delivery trucks, and if you do, would you recommend them?
Answers:
We have two (Pete 330s) that came to us through a company acquisition and they hold up well. They are a little large for maneuverability on small sites, but seem to work well outside the city. For new trucks, we choose International 4300s.
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We have had the Petes, but run Kenworth now. We replaced our Internationals, as they have been good for 100,000 miles. We had two Pete 330s and they were decent. They don’t turn as sharp as the Kenworth. The radiator mounts are a huge advantage on the Kenworth. The T300 Kenworth will turn sharper, the radiator support mounts, mirrors, etc., make it an all-around better choice in my book. I have two T300 Kenworths. One has 200,000 miles and one has 450,000 miles and I have one International, which is for sale. In the Kenworths, I have the Cummins 250-hp C Series engines and love them, not to mention they pull 11.5-12 mpg!
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Everyone needs to keep in mind that the 2010 emissions will be the worst we have seen yet. The further reduction of (nitrogen oxide) emissions will require all diesels have lower standards and IH has chosen to do their EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) twice. All trucks, cars included with diesels, etc., will have an increase in price come January. Best advice, do your purchasing now.
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