truckertim
Expert Expediter
I am looking at purchasing a new truck. I have looked at the Sterling Acterra, Freightliner M2, and International 4300. So far I lean towards the Sterling with the Mercedes MBE900 280hp. 800tq. engine and 6spd/7spd manual. Although I don't do expediting, I pull a 48' hot shot trailer the truck specs should be similar to what you guys are running. I have owned two trucks in the past a Ford F450 superduty, and a Kenworth T2000. I have never purchased a medium duty truck before, and don't know what options are worth getting and which ones are a waste of money. I want the truck to be enjoyable to drive and reliable for years to come. I will be running around 30,000-36,000lbs. fully loaded, and going in all 48 states. My local dealers don't have any trucks in stock like I would need, only local delivery specs on their units,(test drove an Acterra and seems to drive nice other than with no air ride it rode rough) so I will have to order a truck. Any advice will be greatly appreciated.