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Western Star Trucks
Raymond Steadman
Western Star History
Supertilt hood introducedfor improved serviceability.
1986
The 4900is launched.
1968
White sells Western Star to two Canadian-based
companies and the trucks are re-badged as Western
Star Trucks.
1981
Western Star is purchased by Daimler Trucks North
America.
2000
Western Star Trucks are introduced by White Motor
Company and built in Kelowna, BC, for the rugged demands of
logging
1967
Western Star launches theCornerstone Chassis and
Heritage Cab.
1987
The Constellation Cab is introduced and sets the standard for comfort and
durability.
1996
Star Light sleepers withlightweight aerospace
honeycomb constructionare introduced.
1998
Western Star History
Interiors are updatedacross the entire family of
Western Star Trucks.
2011
The high horsepowerDetroit Diesel DD16
makesworld debut with Western
Star.
2010
The Limited 1967 Editionwas launched to celebrate
the 40th anniversary ofWestern Star.
2007
The Stratosphere line of sleepers is expanded to 5
models, making it the broadest line of walk-
through sleepers in the industry.
200640 Inch
54Inch
82Inch
Proprietary AirLiner® suspension made
available inWestern Star.
2001
New 4700 Model launched for Dump, Mixer, Roll-Off,
Vacuum, Crane and Snowplow Applications
2011
Dedicated Western Star Production PlantPlant located in Portland, OR
• Engineering• R&D• Truck Production
Model Name Evolution
Model Name 4700 4800 4900 6900Former
Designator- - FA, SA, EX XD
BBC 110” 109” 123”, 132” 141”Current
DesignatorSF, SB SF, SB, TS SF, SB, EX,
XD, TSXD, TS
The New 4700Available in Set Back and Set Forward axle configurations
• 110” BBC• Truck & Tractor • Broad power range (260 – 470hp) ISC, ISL, DD13 • Perfect for Construction, Municipal, Regional Bulk haul
4900SB with FE PackagePackages all the lightweight and aero options
• Aero high-visibility hood• Under hood air cleaners• Back of sleeper exhaust• Wrap around bumper• Available in day cab and all sleeper sizes
Aero performance with traditional styling
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