OwnerDriver reader snaps videos of the new K220 in Shepparton
As we previously reported back in the middle of last month, Kenworth’s new K220 has been seen out and about but this particular truck was spotted by eagle-eyed reader Brad who snapped a couple of videos just for your viewing pleasure.
As we first reported late last year, the newcomer is called the K220 and according to Kenworth, the official launch of the much anticipated new model represents ‘the next level’ in the ongoing evolution of its redoubtable cab-over.
Pics and story of the K220 from our exclusive first on Kenworth’s new cab over
Despite its best efforts to keep the truck’s development a closely guarded secret, we’ve actually been aware for some time that Kenworth engineers and designers have been busily stripping back the existing K200 in a concerted effort to devise ways to improve and enhance the cab-over’s features and appeal.
Specific details are currently harder to find than political propriety but reworks of external styling cues and internal features will almost certainly be among a swathe of new and improved updates, enhancements and driver convenience elements.
On the outside, we wouldn’t be surprised if there are hints of a family resemblance to the T610 and T410 conventionals, just as we won’t be surprised if the K220 is first to offer Eaton’s new Endurant XD automated transmission.
Whatever, there’s little doubt the new model will deliver compelling evidence of the extraordinary design and engineering capabilities that exist within Paccar Australia.
Video: Brad Buckland