Special Edition W900L Makes Its Entrance

Oct. 1, 2001
Kenworth Truck Co's premium Kenworth/Canepa Design Special Edition W900L was introduced at the Great American Trucking Show in Dallas TX. Award-winning

Kenworth Truck Co's premium Kenworth/Canepa Design Special Edition W900L was introduced at the Great American Trucking Show in Dallas TX.

Award-winning vehicle designer and race-car driver Bruce Canepa has designed tractor/trailers and transporters for major racing teams and corporations. He recently drove a Kenworth T2000 to a record time in the Highway Class/Big Rig Division in the annual Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

This Special Edition W900L vehicle exterior features a custom, two-tone paint design of black over platinum silver or white over platinum silver. It is loaded with chrome and polished stainless steel and aluminum. Features include 54"-long, 6"-diameter chrome tailpipes; 24½", 150-gallon polished aluminum fuel tanks; polished stainless steel fuel tank fairing; stainless steel quarter fenders; and front and rear polished aluminum toolboxes.

A custom Texas Square bumper has “Kenworth” laser-scripted into the chrome. Heated Moto Aero mirrors are included to help during cold weather.

Inside, the vehicle offers Kenworth's new cab interior and upgraded dash. Custom 20" Premium Air Cushion Plus leather seats with fabric inserts, along with a matching sofa bed, are included. The Diamond VIT interior is offered in slate gray. The Alpine AM/FM/CD sound system includes 100-watt speakers. Also provided is a custom rosewood gear shift knob.

This vehicle is available with Caterpillar or Cummins high-horsepower engines, 18-speed or 13-speed Fuller transmissions, and Dana Spicer 40,000-pound DSH40 or DSP40 dual rear axles.

For more information, contact Kenworth, PO Box 1000, Kirkland WA 98083-1000.