Peterbilt launched a new set-forward front axle configuration for its flagship vocational Model 567 during the 2015 World of Concrete show in Las Vegas. The new truck is ideal for mixer and other weight-conscious applications.
“The Model 567 SFFA (set-forward front axle) lets customers maximize payloads while helping meet state and federal bridge law requirements,” said Robert Woodall, assistant general manager of sales and marketing at Peterbilt. “The Model 567 is a low-weight leader, and this new configuration will let customers take full advantage of that through optimized weight distribution.”
Like the set-back axle version, the Model 567 SFFA is available in both 115" and 121" BBC lengths. The 115" BBC has a bumper to front axle distance of 29", and the 121" BBC has a bumper to front axle distance of 31". These dimensions were engineered to maximize maneuverability while providing the ideal wheelbase to comply with bridge law requirements.
Peterbilt displayed the Model 567 in its exhibit at World of Concrete, equipped with a PACCAR PX-9 engine, an Allison automatic transmission with FuelSense technology and a McNeilus mixer body.
“The new axle position builds on the Model 567’s already exceptional versatility, helping customers across a wide range of applications reach higher levels of performance, productivity and profitability,” said Woodall. “The Model 567 broke new ground for visibility, maneuverability and durability. Customer reception of the Model 567 has been overwhelmingly positive, and the new SFFA configuration gives our customers more choices than ever to meet their jobsite requirements and business goals.”
The Model 567 SFFA is available for order now through Peterbilt dealerships. Production is scheduled for June.
Both the set-forward and set-back front axle configurations of the Model 567 are standard with the PACCAR MX-13 Engine with up to 500hp and 1,850 ft/lbs of torque. Both are available as a day cab or with Peterbilt’s complete lineup of detachable sleepers.
