| Kenworth T600 | |
|---|---|
 1995 Kenworth T600B | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Kenworth |
| Production | 1984–2007 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Truck (Class 8) |
| Body style | Conventional (bonneted cab)
|
| Related | Kenworth W900 |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Kenworth T660 |
The Kenworth T600 is a model line of conventional-cab trucks that were produced by the American truck manufacturer Kenworth from 1984 to 2007.[1][2] Distinguished by its aerodynamic sloped hood, the T600 was a Class 8 truck, typically sold in semitractor configuration.
While aerodynamic devices (such as roof fairings) had been introduced on Class 8 trucks in the mid-1970s, the T600 was the first American semitractor designed from the ground up with aerodynamics and fuel economy in mind.[3] Sharing design commonality with the Class 8 W900, the T600 differs from its counterpart largely with its set-back front axle, hood, and lower bodywork (with the Aerocab later adopted by the W900L).
For 2008, the T600 model line was replaced by the T660. While sharing the T600 cab structure, the hood and lower bodywork of the T660 were extensively redesigned.
- ^ Lockwood, Rolf (2008-08-21). "Ground Breaker: Kenworth's T600 Celebrates 20th Birthday". Today's Trucking. Archived from the original on 27 March 2006. Retrieved 2008-07-19.
- ^ Kennett, Pat (December 1986). "Paccar Proving Ground". TRUCK. London, UK: FF Publishing Ltd: 46.
- ^ "The most beautiful curve". Fleet Owner. 2014-07-25. Retrieved 2018-04-22.