Over 250 parts are included in the kit which features opening hood, detailed Caterpillar engine with turbo-charger, detailed chassis and axles, separate multi-part sleeper, and full decal set.
From coast to coast, American roads are packed with semi-trucks but the Peterbilt 359 Conventional is the 'King of the Road. Released in the late sixties, these were the first Peterbilt trucks to sport the distinctive 'long-nose' styling that has become a fixture of American highways. Truckers frequently equip their rigs with the most powerful engines as well as unique styling to make the rig feel more like home on long hauls.
In the United States, Peterbilt has been regarded as a leading manufacturer of high quality heavy-duty trucks since its founding in 1939. The Peterbilt is a typical American truck with a powerful engine and low maintenance requirements, coupled with extremely high durability. Due to its focus on high-performance trucks with extremely high durability and the 359 Conventional, Peterbilt is able to maintain its outstanding position in the U.S. Capacity: depending on motor equipment, up to 475 bhp.