KW 680 vs Crapcadia

I've driven both, and although I do like my Cascadia with the DD15 and D12 AMT, the T680 is a much better truck. It has a smoother & more supple ride, a better quality interior, and tons of storage. My only bugaboo is the turning radius is wider than the Cascadia, which turns on a dime. Enjoy the new ride!

 

In the last 4 months me and the team mate have switched between 4 trucks. 2 2017 cascadias and 2 2016 t680 and a 2014 t680.

Id definitely recommend the t680 just because of the table and tv mount..that and it has way more space for stuff! The only thing the Cascadia had was a better turning radius and the feeling of a cheap ### truck lol.

 

in the T680 yes right above the TV.

 

I keep it on during transit and remove it when using it...don't want a microwave flying around back there lol

 

I'm 5'9" with short legs and a tall torso and in my Pete, I couldn't use a drop visor, or I wouldn't be able to see out the windshield. I'd like a low-rider seat so I could sit lower and not be looking out of the top of the windshield and still have air bag support.

 

If they were 100% stock with no modifications I would have to pick the Cascadia. Now if I could change the seat out I would pick the KW. I cannot stand the new Paccar seats. The armrests are too short. If they would go back to the older style seats it would be nicer. That really is my only complaint. Also if you have to change the side turn marker lights on the fenders of the T680 be ready for a sticker shock. One light for it was $150. Too high dollar for me.

 

680 is Cadillac of Kenworth. I do like spacious interior and overall design.

 

For driving I far prefer the T680 over the Cascadia. Any truck I get into in slick conditions I always do a little traction test in the parking lot, goose the throttle a tad with and without the power divider engaged to see how it handles. The Cascadia wants to yaw (start a jacknife) while the T680, even without the power divider engaged, was steady as a rock.

Ergonomically the controls of the T680 were awesome. You can play the Jake like a piano without reaching up and out for levers. The "smart steering wheel" of the Cascadia is stupid. You lose contact with the controls on tight turns.

Living space wise both have their benefits and deficits. Learn to live in the space provided.