Kenworth adds hybrid crew-cab option

May 6, 2009
Customers purchasing Kenworth’s T270 and T370 medium-duty diesel-electric hybrids for P&D and utility applications can now opt for a crew-cab conversion

Customers purchasing Kenworth’s T270 and T370 medium-duty diesel-electric hybrids for P&D and utility applications can now opt for a crew-cab conversion.

The 157-in. BBC crew cab includes a 4-in. raised rear section, providing 61 in. of interior height, and a one-piece fiberglass roof. The remaining structure is aluminum and is 52 in. long and 84 in. wide at the rear.

Standard features include Kenworth DayLite door assemblies and door panels, Granite Gray vinyl interior trim, Kenworth interior upper B-pillar and exterior grab handles, and DuPont Imron Elite single- stage paint.

Options include an extended horizontal exhaust pipe, separate heater or heater/air conditioner, exterior access steps, carpet and custom trim packages. Bench and bucket seats are available in addition to fire service SCBA seats, Kenworth noted.

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