What can Palmer Trucks do for you?
In 1965, Eldon Palmer, a home-grown Hoosier, started a heavy-duty truck dealership in Indianapolis. A gentle and humble yet determined man, Eldon had a knack for making everyone he met feel special and appreciated. Today, we span four states and employ more than 700 people, going the extra mile to support thousands of trucks moving our nationโs most precious goods to where they need to go - 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We are Palmer Trucks, keeping people like you on the Road Since 1965.
When winter hits, your municipality needs a truck that doesn`t flinch. โ๏ธ๐
This 2026 #Kenworth T480 was built for exactly that โ a purpose-spec`d municipal plow and dump upfitted by our own Palmer Power & Truck Equipment team right here in Indianapolis. From the 330hp PACCAR PX-9 to the Allison 3500RDS automatic, every decision on this build is about keeping your crew moving when the roads are at their worst.
Here`s what you`re getting:
๐ง 330hp PACCAR PX-9 | 1,000 lb-ft of torque
โ๏ธ Allison 3500RDS 6-speed automatic
๐ 14,600 lb front axle | 21,000 lb rear axle
๐ 78" cab-to-axle | built for single axle plow & dump
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Palmer Power Municipal Plow & Dump upfit
๐ฐ $134,858 (FET included) | Stock #219674
Public works directors, fleet managers, county commissioners, this one`s ready to earn its keep from day one.
๐ In stock at Kenworth of Indianapolis โ West
๐ (800) 900-0176
๐ Full specs: palmertrucks.com
On the Road Since 1965. ๐
#KenworthT480 #MunicipalTruck #WorkTruck
Apr 5
๐ Upgrade your morning pre-trip. The KW Barista-Cab is here. โ
Standard coffee just doesnโt cut it on a 14-hour clock. Thatโs why weโre excited to show off the KW Barista-Cab Dashboard Package! A pro-grade espresso station built right into the dash of our newest Kenworths.
Complete with a built-in grinder and custom Kenworth-stamped cups, weโve integrated this barista station directly into the console. Itโs the ultimate setup for the driver who takes their coffee as seriously as their cargo. โ
Digitally enhanced with AI for your entertainment. Make sure to double-check todayโs date before you start looking for the KW Barista-Cab in your next spec!
Apr 1
๐ 2026 Kenworth T480 tri-axle dump ready to roll!
Here`s what you`re getting:
370hp PACCAR PX-9 engine
1,250 lb-ft of torque
Allison auto for smooth shifting
16` BeauRoc dump body
Tri-axle for the heavy loads
Built by Palmer Power & Truck Equipment and waiting at our Indianapolis East location ๐
Perfect for demo work, excavation, or hauling stone. This one`s ready to earn its keep from day one.
๐ In stock!
๐ฌ Call: (888) 434-2322
On the Road Since 1965 - Family-owned and operated Palmer Trucks โก
#KenworthT480 #DumpTruck #TriAxle #HeavyDuty #WorkTruck #Kenworth #ConstructionLife #VocationalTruck #Indiana
Mar 29
๐ Meet Kelsy from Indianapolis โ proof that the road can feel just like home.
Behind the wheel of the iconic Kenworth Truck Co. W990, Kelsy keeps the wheels turning and the standards high. Classic exterior. Elegant interior. Every creature comfort you need to stay sharp, stay rested, and stay moving. ๐ผ๐๏ธ
Because maintaining uptime shouldn`t mean sacrificing style. ๐
๐ธ Photo by Austin Woodrum
#OwnerOperator #CustomerSpotlight #KenworthProud #truckerlife #kenworthw900
Mar 18
Red, White, Blue, and built to work. ๐บ๐ธ
This patriotic Kenworth T880 Tri-Axle dump was built by Palmer Power & Truck Equipment for Laura Kopetsky Tri-Ax, Inc. and is being shown off at Work Truck Week 2026 in Indianapolis. The truck also serves as a tribute to Americaโs 250th anniversary. ๐ ๐บ๐ธ
With a Beau Roc dump bed and a bold American flag wrap, this build blends standout style with the toughness needed for the jobsite.
Mar 12
All trucks have a story. ๐
This one started with a vision and a bare chassis.
Built by Palmer Power & Truck Equipment for
Littleton & Sons Sand & Supply, this custom Kenworth T880 Tri-Axle dump is making its debut at the NTEA 2026 Work Truck Week in Indianapolis.
Starting with the Beau Roc dump bed, watch this truck come together as itโs upfitted and finished with a stylish coat of paint, ready for the show floor at NTEA - Work Truck Week.
Show truck looks.
Work truck attitude. ๐ช
Mar 11
๐ ๐พ๐จ๐ป๐ช๐ฏ: ๐ป๐๐ ๐ฒ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ป๐๐๐ ๐ป๐๐-๐จ๐๐๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐ - ๐ด๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐, ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐
Just dropped - an exclusive walkaround of this new 2026 Kenworth T880 Tri-Axle Dump in head-turning Viper Red, upfitted by Palmer Power & Truck Equipment. This is a turnkey money-maker built for contractors who demand maximum payload, jobsite durability, and the look that says you`re serious about your business. #Kenworth #WorkTrucks #KWt880 #Construction #Trucking
Feb 7
๐ ๐พ๐จ๐ป๐ช๐ฏ: ๐ป๐๐ ๐ฒ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ป๐๐๐ ๐ฏ๐๐๐๐ ๐ฏ๐๐๐ - ๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐`๐
Just dropped - an exclusive walkaround of this new 2026 Kenworth T880 Heavy Haul Day Cab, the serious iron designed for operators who move the loads that keep industries runningโoversized, overweight, and no excuses.
๐๐ก๐ ๐๐จ๐ญ๐ญ๐จ๐ฆ ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐: This isn`t just a day cabโit`s a purpose-built heavy haul machine with the power, gearing, and suspension to handle your most demanding loads while keeping drivers comfortable and productive.
๐ ๐๐ซ๐ฎ๐๐ค ๐ก๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฌ:
PACCAR MX-13 engine with 510 HP
1,850 LB.-FT. of torque
Allison 4500RDS 6-speed automatic transmission
200" wheelbase
14,600 lb. front axle | 46,000 lb. tandem rear axle
Meritor RT46-160P rear axles
Hendrickson Primaax EX 46K rear suspension
4.30 gear ratio for heavy haul pulling power
Michelin X Works Z steer tires | Michelin XDA5+ drives
Vantage Day Cab interior trim
120-gallon fuel capacity
๐๐ก๐๐ญ ๐ฆ๐๐ค๐๐ฌ ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐๐๐๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐๐ ๐:
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Heavy haul ready - 46K tandem rear axles and deep gearing handle extreme weights
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Allison automatic - Smooth shifts reduce driver fatigue on demanding routes
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PACCAR integration - Engine, transmission support for simplified service
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Primaax EX suspension - Superior ride quality and load protection
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The backing of 60-year family-owned Palmer Trucks
๐ฃ๏ธ ๐๐ฎ๐ข๐ฅ๐ญ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐จ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง:
Heavy equipment transport
Oversized & overweight hauling
Oilfield services
Wind energy component delivery
Steel & industrial freight
๐๐๐๐๐ฒ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฆ๐จ๐ฏ๐ ๐ฌ๐๐ซ๐ข๐จ๐ฎ๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ? This unit is available now at Kenworth of Indianapolis - East for $198,900. Whether you`re expanding your specialized fleet or stepping up to heavy haul, this is where capability meets Kenworth durability.
๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐๐๐ญ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฆ๐๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐ฎ๐๐ค๐ฌ: palmertrucks.com | On the Road Since 1965
#KenworthT880 #HeavyHaul #Trucking #DayCab #OversizeLoad #TruckDriver #HeavyEquipment #Indiana #Kentucky #Ohio #Illinois #HeavyDuty #PACCAR #Kenworth #Allison
Jan 22
๐ด ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐จ๐ฆ๐๐ซ ๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ ๐ฆ
Featured in this year`s Palmer Trucks calendar, this @kenworthtruckco T880 rollback, upfitted with a Ledwell & Son Enterprises, Inc. body, keeps Shambaugh & Son, L.P. moving in Fort Wayne, Indianaโtransporting construction equipment on time, around the clock. Our Kenworth of Fort Wayne service and parts teams` commitment to maximizing uptime makes this premium equipment package deliver the return on investment and brand image customers expect.
๐ธ Photo by Andy OโHagan
#Kenworth #KenworthT880 #KenworthTrucks #KenworthPride #T880 #Rollback #TrucksOfInstagram #TruckingLife #DieselTrucks #HeavyEquipment #WorkTrucks #CommercialTrucks #FleetTrucks #ConstructionEquipment #TruckPhotography #BigRig #HeavyHaul #AmericanTrucks #TruckLife #FortWayne #Indiana #BuiltForWork
Jan 21