Western Star Trucks

Raymond Steadman

Western Star History

Supertilt hood introducedfor improved serviceability.

1986

The 4900is launched.

1968

White sells Western Star to two Canadian-based

companies and the trucks are re-badged as Western

Star Trucks.

1981

Western Star is purchased by Daimler Trucks North

America.

2000

Western Star Trucks are introduced by White Motor

Company and built in Kelowna, BC, for the rugged demands of

logging

1967

Western Star launches theCornerstone Chassis and

Heritage Cab.

1987

The Constellation Cab is introduced and sets the standard for comfort and

durability.

1996

Star Light sleepers withlightweight aerospace

honeycomb constructionare introduced.

1998

Western Star History

Interiors are updatedacross the entire family of

Western Star Trucks.

2011

The high horsepowerDetroit Diesel DD16

makesworld debut with Western

Star.

2010

The Limited 1967 Editionwas launched to celebrate

the 40th anniversary ofWestern Star.

2007

The Stratosphere line of sleepers is expanded to 5

models, making it the broadest line of walk-

through sleepers in the industry.

200640 Inch

54Inch

82Inch

Proprietary AirLiner® suspension made

available inWestern Star.

2001

New 4700 Model launched for Dump, Mixer, Roll-Off,

Vacuum, Crane and Snowplow Applications

2011

Dedicated Western Star Production PlantPlant located in Portland, OR

• Engineering• R&D• Truck Production

Model Name Evolution

Model Name 4700 4800 4900 6900Former

Designator- - FA, SA, EX XD

BBC 110” 109” 123”, 132” 141”Current

DesignatorSF, SB SF, SB, TS SF, SB, EX,

XD, TSXD, TS

The New 4700Available in Set Back and Set Forward axle configurations

• 110” BBC• Truck & Tractor • Broad power range (260 – 470hp) ISC, ISL, DD13 • Perfect for Construction, Municipal, Regional Bulk haul

4900SB with FE PackagePackages all the lightweight and aero options

• Aero high-visibility hood• Under hood air cleaners• Back of sleeper exhaust• Wrap around bumper• Available in day cab and all sleeper sizes

Aero performance with traditional styling