kscarbel2 Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 Kenworth Truck Co. Press Release / October 24, 2017 A look at the build and loading process for the Kenworth 963 severe-duty truck. . 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyGunner Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 What a beast! Why do the tires look like ag tires you’d find on a sprayer or baler? Do they not need some traction bars? From the looks of it the drivers are so close it looks like they’d touch if the tires squished much under a load. I’m sure that’s not the case though. Thanks for posting. Quote The problems we face today exist because the people who work for a living are outnumbered by the people who vote for a living.The government can only "give" someone what they first take from another. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-383970 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 33 minutes ago, HeavyGunner said: What a beast! Why do the tires look like ag tires you’d find on a sprayer or baler? Do they not need some traction bars? From the looks of it the drivers are so close it looks like they’d touch if the tires squished much under a load. I’m sure that’s not the case though. Thanks for posting. they have those types of tyres for driving in sand I reckon as they dont bury them selves as easily Looks like you would need a footy oval to turn it around with the long wheel base Paul 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-383971 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 43 minutes ago, HeavyGunner said: What a beast! Why do the tires look like ag tires you’d find on a sprayer or baler? Do they not need some traction bars? From the looks of it the drivers are so close it looks like they’d touch if the tires squished much under a load. I’m sure that’s not the case though. Thanks for posting. Mostly used originally in the Middle East and North Africa by oil companies.That one is actually a Super 963 with 40,000 lb. Steer and rears are 120,000 lb and KWC rear suspension. ISX Cummins or Cat C-15 , Clarke 7 speed Power Shift or Clarke Shift Control 8 speed Hydraulic Drive with 4 speed auxiliary auto unit. Generally 15:27 axle ratio. Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-383974 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGarofalo Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 A buddy of mine works for Peterbilt and they recently sent him to a production facility for training. They had a 963 on the line being assembled. Said it makes the other trucks look like toys. It's funny to see the cab looks so small yet it's the same one on class 8 trucks. A double frame isn't good enough so they just stack another frame on top. Very cool trucks. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-383982 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 1 hour ago, BGarofalo said: A buddy of mine works for Peterbilt and they recently sent him to a production facility for training. They had a 963 on the line being assembled. Said it makes the other trucks look like toys. It's funny to see the cab looks so small yet it's the same one on class 8 trucks. A double frame isn't good enough so they just stack another frame on top. Very cool trucks. Here's why. S.O.P. for loading and off loading. 1 Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-383994 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truck Shop Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 KW has been building those models for years, I remember seeing them on lowboys leaving Seattle on I-90 some years back. Truck Shop Quote One ping only Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-383996 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DailyDiesel Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 I guess Western Star and their 6900XD is the only other competition in this market? Quote www.dailydieseldose.com Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-383999 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 31 minutes ago, DailyDiesel said: I guess Western Star and their 6900XD is the only other competition in this market? K.W. pretty much has it covered with the KW C500, 852, 854, 953, 963 and 993. All oil field units. 1 Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-384006 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyGunner Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 1 hour ago, 41chevy said: Here's why. S.O.P. for loading and off loading. The drivers do damn near touched when the tires get squished. 1 Quote The problems we face today exist because the people who work for a living are outnumbered by the people who vote for a living.The government can only "give" someone what they first take from another. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-384016 Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-VPAM Posted June 12, 2023 Share Posted June 12, 2023 Hi there. Maybe someone has the info on what I'm looking for. Does the Kenworth 963 have engageable rear axles or front axle? I mean, when you go off the road do you 'connect' RWD or FWD? Thank you. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-532872 Share on other sites More sharing options...
james j neiweem Posted June 12, 2023 Share Posted June 12, 2023 Mack could only dream about making such a truck! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-532898 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOBWhite Posted June 12, 2023 Share Posted June 12, 2023 34 minutes ago, james j neiweem said: Mack could only dream about making such a truck! These days, yes there's no way they could make such a thing under Volvo. However from the 50s-70s they build top of the line off road haul trucks. They probably canned it due to high oil prices and lack of market but man it would have been cool to see them stick with it and be a competitor with Cat and others. Plus they made a convoy of trucks that made it all the way to the DEW line. Would like to see Peterbuilt/Kenworth top that! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-532899 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 Yes, they made a number of heavy haul equipment for a lot of years. They seem to have gotten away from it. I really didn’t think of that till you just mentioned it. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-532911 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullheaded Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Does KW still make these? Only thing I have seen in recent years is C500's Speaking of big custom made trucks, has anyone seen these? The Elphinstone Cat Haulmax 3900. https://elphinstone.com/haulmax-3900-series-truck/ 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-532959 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Certainly beats the 680… bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-532968 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 no offence to anyone , but that is one ugly lookin excuse of a truck !LOL Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-532969 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullheaded Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 50 minutes ago, mechohaulic said: no offence to anyone , but that is one ugly lookin excuse of a truck !LOL Maybe, but it's got a C27 with 787 horse! No KW or 6900 Star is outpulling that, LOL 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-532970 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOBWhite Posted June 15, 2023 Share Posted June 15, 2023 Looks like a newer JCB Fastrac. The ones the rich farmers use for their grain cart tractors. To me I don't understand why they have to be styled that way. The aero look works for a truck, but for slow speed tractors and haul trucks why not just make it square and better looking? It's not going to hurt fuel usage any, and with the older design it won't be damaged as bad if you hit something. 1 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-532979 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted June 15, 2023 Share Posted June 15, 2023 I think it is for visibility, handy for working around people and tight spots Paul 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-532994 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 Kinda looks like a member of the movie cars instead of Mack we,ll call him Kenny the earthmooooover!!! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/51559-kenworth-963/#findComment-533054 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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