Western Star debuts 14,000-pound Constellation
LOUSIVILLE, Ky. (March 27, 2000) –Western Star continues to shave weight from its 4964FXL Constellation Series tractor. The Kelowna, B.C.-based truckmaker debuted a 4964FXL tractor and 62-inch Star Light sleeper weighing 14,000 pounds, 960 pounds lighter than a similar model introduced one year ago.
The 4964FXL is a standard Constellation Series truck optioned with a 62-inch Star Light Sleeper, dual exhausts, dual air cleaners, Jake Brake, and dual 100-gallon fuel tanks.
Western Star vice president of engineering Mark Gobessi attributed the reductions to innovative component engineering, including the Cummins ISM engine, a new 1300-square-inch cross flow cooling module, an aluminum rear axle carrier, and a lightweight wheel and tire package.
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