With the 579, the combination of aerodynamic innovation and powertrain optimization delivers confidence and efficiency for the most cost-conscious companies. Peterbilt's flexible Aero Packages provide the right combination of fairings, skirts and closeouts to exceed application-specific aerodynamic requirements. Available in a day cab, or with detachable sleeper, that adds versatility and longevity of a second life for highest resale value.
LIGHTEST AUTOMATED TRANSMISSION ON 567 & 579 MODELS
Peterbilt is proud to offer a proprietary automated transmission with a 12-speed, twin countershaft. It’s the lightest heavy-duty transmission currently in production at just 657 pounds, making it 105 pounds lighter than the comparable Eaton UltraShift Plus AMT. Learn more.
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See the Alternative Fuel Peterbilt 579
For more details on the New Model 579 Redesign contact any Brandt Transportation Sales Representative.
KEY FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE |
CUMMINS ISX12 | CUMMINS ISX15 | PACCAR MX-11 | PACCAR MX-13 |
| HORSEPOWER |
310-425 | 400-600 | 335-430 | 405-510 |
| TRANSMISSION |
FULLER | ALLISON |
| SLEEPER |
44" (LOW ROOF) | 58" (LOW ROOF OR MID ROOF) | 72" | 80" |
| FRONT AXLE |
DANA SPICER 12 – 22K Ibs | MERITOR 12 – 14.6K Ibs
WIDE TRACK AVAILABLE |
| REAR AXLE |
SINGLE: DANA SPICER 21 – 26K Ibs | MERITOR 21 – 23K Ibs
TANDEM: DANA SPICER 40 – 46K Ibs | MERITOR 40 – 46K Ibs |
| SUSPENSION |
PETERBILT FLEX® AIR | PETERBILT LOW AIR LEAF | PETERBILT LOW LOW AIR LEAF | PETERBILT AIRTRAC | REYCO 79KB | REYCO 102AR |