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Discussion in 'Expediter and Hot Shot Trucking Forum' started by czego82, Dec 17, 2015.

  1. Dec 17, 2015 #1
    czego82

    czego82 Light Load Member

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    Trying to decide between Freightliner M2 112 (DD13 - 450hp with 10spd) vs International Transtar or Workstar (N13 - 450hp with 10spd). I need a tandem with high power and extended cabin for sleeper. Other trucks would be good too but with 26ft body not too many offer 36in bunk to stay under 40ft total length.
     
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  3. Dec 17, 2015 #2
    damutt

    damutt Road Train Member

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    Shaker, iirc the n13 is a renamed maxxfarce
     
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  4. Dec 19, 2015 #3
    czego82

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    Anyone? Also, any options on the truck you would definitely recommend? Stuff you wish you had on your truck for the long haul or stuff you are glad you have?
     
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  5. Dec 19, 2015 #4
    Not_Here_Long

    Not_Here_Long Medium Load Member

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    I wouldn't buy anything right now, I'd see where the market is headed. By your post you are or want to
    do the expedited thing? That market is soft right now. Class 8's getting most of freight as more and more are consolidating stuff in to big full size loads. Plus to many are undercutting rates now in race to the bottom.
     
    Not_Here_Long, Dec 19, 2015
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  7. Dec 19, 2015 #5
    czego82

    czego82 Light Load Member

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    Not for expediter, its for private company. Just trying to see whats better and what options to order before I order one.
     
    czego82, Dec 19, 2015
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  8. Dec 19, 2015 #6
    Zelda K

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    Go with the M2 and be sure to spec it out with air suspension. Your kidneys will thank you in the end.
     
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