T680 Kenworth Trucks are packed full of technological innovations designed to make them both one of the most low-cost and easiest-to-drive Class 8 trucks on the road.  These multiple Truck-of-the-Year winners are renowned for their flexibility and their true best in class fuel efficiency. 

Much of that is thanks to the amazing PACCAR engines which come standard in every T680 Kenworth. These top-line engines utilize the latest in design technology to bring the most possible power to T680 Kenworth trucks, while keeping weight low and operations simple.  

The T680 can be outfitted with a PACCAR MX-11 to keep costs down, or for less power-intensive jobs, but to get the most from your T680, you need the PACCAR MX-13.

Meet The PACCAR MX-13:  The Powerhouse Behind T680 Kenworth Trucks

MX-13 engines are available in a wide variety of horsepower and torque options, ready to fit your needs.  At the low end, they start at a still-impressive 380HP and 1,450 LB-FT of torque.  However, for jobs that need all the muscle you can bring, they can scale up to a full maximum 500HP and 1,850 peak torque.  

With that power, even the heaviest jobs are a piece of cake.

However, you’re not giving uphaving to add weight to enjoy that power.  Every PACCAR MX-13 is built from compacted graphite iron.  This substance brings all the strength of heavy-duty iron, but at a far lower weight.  The MX-13 shaves hundreds of pounds off comparable engines, and that means more weight left for your loads.

The MX-13 is also built for great fuel economy and low emissions.  They utilize high-pressure fuel injection at 36,000 PSI to squeeze out more miles per gallon, and can be linked to sophisticated computer monitoring systems which encourage smart driving.  They’re optimized at the component level, and include an integrated engine brake, to lower fuel use every step of the way.

Plus, for easy serviceability, the MX-13 utilizes an integrated lubrication module.  Oil filtration and temperature controls are in a single easily-accessed location.  This design also eliminates some of the hoses which could otherwise rupture over time, cutting down on service needs.

Coopersburg & Liberty Kenworth

It’s no wonder the T680 is so well-regarded and so often seen on the road.  Few trucks can even come close to matching its fuel efficiency and low TCO over time.  To learn more for yourself, please contact Coopersburg & Liberty Kenworth today!

Just about everyone knows that the amazing T680 Kenworth is the most fuel-efficient option on the road.  All one has to do is look at it to see just how streamlined and aerodynamic it is. No other truck on the road has the look of the T680.

Every inch of the truck was engineered for maximum efficiency. The exterior features strong but lightweight materials utilized in construction, which keep weight to a minimum.  Kenworth even offers a wide variety of cab types, including ones designed specifically to maximize useful space -including living space- while minimizing size and weight.

However, what’s less well-known is how much work Kenworth has put into the onboard computer systems to further enhance its performance.  The T680 Kenworth is truly engineered both inside and out to minimize your on-the-road expenditures in every possible way.

Under The Dash:  More Ways the T680 Kenworth Saves Money

1. Smart Computer Monitoring

There are few areas of the truck which aren’t under constant supervision from the onboard computers.  From fuel usage, to driver braking habits, to tire pressure, the computer is consistently watching over the truck and ensuring everything is running correctly.  If there are problems, it instantly alerts the driver.

2. Predictive Cruise Control

Drivers love cruise control, since it greatly simplifies long hauls – but their bosses often hate it, because cruise control tends to eat extra gas.  However, that’s not true with the T680.  Its predictive cruise control utilizes a combination of GPS monitoring and 3D topographic mapping to automatically adjust speed and gas usage according to the landscape.  

It’s a cruise control system which can potentially be more efficient than a human driver, especially in hilly areas!

3. Driver Performance Assistant

What if your driver could always have a co-driver onboard, keeping an eye on their driving habits and reminding them when they could be saving money with slight changes to their driving?  With the T680, this can be a reality.  Every Kenworth with a PACCAR MX-13 engine comes with a Performance Assistant as a standard option, popping up driving hints while they’re on the road and consistently encouraging them to improve their driving habits.

There truly is no other option in heavy-duty trucks matching the Kenworth T680 in across-the-board performance. At Coopersburg & Liberty Kenworth, you can find the T680, and many other truck models and makes.

For more information, see our online T680 brochure, or just contact us directly with your questions!