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Pulling tanks with peterbilts and Kenworths mpg's ?

Discussion in 'Motor Carrier Questions - The Inside Scoop' started by mrhandyman, Mar 21, 2011.

  1. Mar 21, 2011 #1
    mrhandyman

    mrhandyman Bobtail Member

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    I notice a lot of tankers are being pull by big pete's,kenworths and internationals. What's a normal load weight ? What kind of mpg's are you getting and with what kind of engine and transmission ?
     
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  3. Mar 25, 2011 #2
    SmokeMac

    SmokeMac Medium Load Member

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    I run a Pete with a Cat 15 and a Eaton 8 speed. My normal tare weight is right around 30,000 lbs. I get about 6.2 MPG
     
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