Peterbilt 359 M27
Built: 1979-1979 · Series: 359
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Technical data
Engine
| Power | 335 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 18,000 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 8,250 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,490 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 9,100 kgcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 36.8 kW/t (335 kW / 9.1 t)
Stronger than 70% of the trucks over 7.5 t in the register — out of 27,776 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Peterbilt 359 M27 have?
The Peterbilt 359 M27 delivers 335 kW.
How much does the Peterbilt 359 M27 weigh?
The unladen weight is 9,100 kg.
What engine does the Peterbilt 359 M27 have?
18,000 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Peterbilt 359 M27?
8,250 mm × 2,490 mm.
When was the Peterbilt 359 M27 built?
Production years: 1979.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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