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1997 Peterbilt 579

2XPBDP9X0VM814762
14L 12-Cylinder V-Shaped (12V-71)
Engine
6x4
Drive
Diesel
Fuel
CANADA
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Peterbilt 579

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 2XP Peterbilt · North America · Canada
VDS · Descriptor BDP9X 579
VIS · Vehicle ID 0VM814762 1997 · Serial 814762

Basic Information

MakePeterbilt
Model579
Year1997
Body StyleTruck-Tractor
ManufacturerPeterbilt
CountryCANADA

Engine & Performance

Engine14L 12-Cylinder V-Shaped (12V-71)
Drive Type6x4
Fuel TypeDiesel
Serial Number814762

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Peterbilt
Model 579

Engine & Performance

Engine Cylinders 12
Displacement 14 L
Displacement (CC) 14000 cc
Horsepower 450 hp
Engine Code 12V-71
Engine Configuration V-Shaped
Displacement (CI) 854.3324173262
Engine Stroke Cycles 2
Engine Manufacturer Detroit

Transmission & Drivetrain

Driveline 6x4

Fuel & Economy

Fuel Type Diesel

Safety & Braking

Brake System Type Air

Other Specifications

Manufactured in CANADA
Body Style Truck-Tractor
Vehicle Type TRUCK
Manufacturer PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY
GVWR From Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)
Plant City MONTREAL
Plant State QUEBEC
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Plant Company Name Peterbilt
Cab Type MDHD: Conventional

Pattern Information

Pattern2XPBDP9X V
WMI 2XP (Canada, North America)