Peterbilt 389 – specifications
Built: 2022 · Series: 389
Data for the version built 2022 · Data origin: Official register · sources
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Peterbilt 389: heavy US highway tractor of vehicle class N3 with a six-cylinder, 15-litre diesel engine and ten wheels, built for North American long-haul transport
Peterbilt is a US truck manufacturer based in Texas, part of the PACCAR group, known chiefly for highway tractors used in long-haul transport across North America. The 389 model is a classic conventional truck with a long hood and large grille, typical of American long-haul operations.
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The six-cylinder diesel engine of 15.0 litres drives a vehicle 8,740 mm long and 2,550 mm wide on ten wheels. With a kerb weight of 8,798 kg and a gross vehicle weight of 24,987 kg, the payload comes to about 16,189 kg, and the 7,180 mm wheelbase leaves room for an extensive body along with a sleeper cab.
With a gross vehicle weight of nearly 25 tonnes, the vehicle falls into class N3. The recorded top speed of 90 km/h for European roads matches the general speed limit for heavy trucks in the European Union. The large 15-litre displacement reflects a drivetrain built for long-distance driving with high torque.
When buying a conventional American truck of this size used, it is worth checking the frame, axles and long driveshaft for wear, as well as the cab suspension and air conditioning, which see heavy use on sleeper-cab vehicles. Spare parts for components typical of the American market are not as readily available in Europe as in the home market, and lead times can be longer than for European-built trucks.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells 389, Peterbilt
Versions of this model in the register
Each row is a separate entry with its own data. The figures on this page belong to the row marked ●.
| Version | Built | kW | EU type approval | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ● PETERBILT 389 | 2022 | — | — | Official register |
| 389 | 2022 | — | — | Official register |
Technical data
Engine
| Cylinders | 6correct |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 15,000 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 8,740 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,550 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 7,180 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 8,798 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 24,987 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Wheels | 10correct |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 90 km/hcorrect |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Peterbilt 389 weigh?
The unladen weight is 8,798 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Peterbilt 389?
24,987 kg.
What engine does the Peterbilt 389 have?
6 cylinders, 15,000 cm³ displacement.
How fast does the Peterbilt 389 go?
Top speed is 90 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Peterbilt 389?
8,740 mm × 2,550 mm.
When was the Peterbilt 389 built?
Production years: 2022.
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