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Maximizing Uptime and Keeping You
On the Road Since 1965
What Can Palmer Trucks Do for You?
As a three-generation, family-owned Kenworth dealership network since 1965 with 12 locations and four TRP all-makes parts stores across Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and Illinois, Palmer Trucks delivers everything your fleet needs under one roof: new and used truck sales, full-service leasing and rental, heavy-duty shop and mobile repair, body shop repair, all-makes commercial truck parts, vocational work truck upfitting, and fleet management.
Our 60-year legacy is backed by 600+ people who go the extra mile and treat every customer with honesty, dignity, and respect.
An extensive inventory of Class 6, 7, and 8 trucks: day cabs, sleepers, box trucks, dump trucks, and electric vehicles, ready to work as hard as you do with competitive, multi-lender financing options.
Custom-spec’d, full-service Kenworth leasing with maintenance built in, plus short-term rentals when you need capacity fast. Preserve capital. Maximize uptime. Palmer Leasing Group is a proud member of the North American PacLease network.
All makes, all models service from certified technicians: engine overhauls, DPF cleaning, DOT inspections, brakes, alignment, and more. Mobile diagnostics and repair come to you. *Non-PACCAR OEM Powertrain and systems exclusions apply.Β
All makes, all models, all types of commercial equipment from buses to municipal trucks: our PPG and Axalta-certified body shops work with most insurance companies on wreck and collision repairs, scratch and dent, custom paint, and equipment restoration to extend service life.
Authorized PACCAR Parts and TRP all-makes distributor, with next-day availability on most parts and 24/7 Online Parts Counter ordering.
Through Palmer Power & Truck Equipment, we spec and build purpose-driven vocational work trucks: municipal, utility, refuse, aerial, and more, across all makes and models.
Real-time asset visibility, DOT compliance tools, and customized maintenance programs, so you stay focused on running your business, not your trucks.
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 600 people, going the extra mile to support thousands of trucks moving our nationβs 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.
π With the Indy 500 approaching this weekend, one of our favorite racers is gearing up for her own "Mini 500" competition! ποΈβ¨
Celia is hitting the track with Palmer Trucks as her main sponsor and a race car custom engineered by Celia and built with a little help from her pit crew. π§ With a setup like that, weβre feeling confident she has what it takes to bring home the checkered flag and a 1st place finish! πβΊ
May 21
π A classic look is making a comeback. πΊπΈ
The iconic TourAmerica paint scheme is back, bringing a modern take on a fan favorite while celebrating trucking heritage as we roll toward @america250 #America250. From its roots on the mid-90s #kenworth T600 to todayβs lineup, itβs a design that is guaranteed to turn heads.
See how @kenworthtruckco is carrying the legacy forward and find more information on the paint scheme below. π
https://www.palmertrucks.com/rolling-toward-250-kenworths-touramerica-paint-scheme/
May 20
455 horsepower. 1,650 lb-ft of torque. Built for dirt, gravel, and everything in between. πͺ
This 2026 #Kenworth T880 was put together for the crews that can`t afford downtime. A 455hp PACCAR MX-13 up front, an Allison 4500RDS behind it, and a Heritage tri-axle dump body ready to haul from day one.
Here`s what you`re getting:
π§ 455hp PACCAR MX-13 | 1,650 lb-ft of torque
βοΈ Allison 4500RDS 6-speed automatic
π 20,000 lb front axle | 46,000 lb rear axle | 20,000 lb lift axle
π Henderson HMX EX suspension | 205" wheelbase
β
Heritage 16`6" x 48" x 54" Tri-Axle Dump Body
Stock #229285
If your crew needs a dump truck that shows up ready every single time, this is the one.
π In stock at Kenworth of Fort Wayne
π (888) 920-0435
Full specs: palmertrucks.com
On the Road Since 1965. π
#KenworthT880 #DumpTruck #TriAxle #WorkTruck
May 16
β‘ Cut the fuel costs. Keep the horsepower.
This 2026 #Kenworth K270E is a Class 6 all-electric 26` box truck purpose-built for local and final-mile operations. Engineered for fleets that are serious about reducing their carbon footprint and staying ahead of the curve. The Dana TM4 electric motor delivers 355 horsepower and 1,900 lb-ft of torque, paired with 282 kWh of battery capacity for roughly 200 miles of range per charge.
Here`s what you`re getting:
β‘ Dana TM4 Electric Motor | 355 HP / 1,900 lb-ft torque
β‘ 282 kWh Battery | ~200 mile range
β‘ 12,000 lb front axle | 16,000 lb rear axle
β‘ 26` box body | Aluminum roof | 94" rear roll-up door
β‘ 218" wheelbase | Class 6 | 26,000 lb GVWR
Stock #583875
For the business that`s ready to get ahead of the curve and stay there.
π In stock at Kenworth of Indianapolis β East
π (888) 434-2322
π Full specs: palmertrucks.com
π Charging equipment available through PACCAR Parts
On the Road Since 1965. β‘
#KenworthK270E #ElectricTruck #ZeroEmissions #BoxTruck #Kenworth
May 8
π What a blast at the Fort Wayne Touch-A-Truck event! π
Our Fort Wayne team had an amazing time connecting with the community as kids climbed, explored, and got up close with some seriously cool trucks! There`s nothing quite like watching little ones light up when they get behind the wheel for the first time. π
And the fun didn`t stop there. We were also thrilled to debut our brand-new Palmer Trucks Coloring Books! π¨ Packed with truck-themed pages designed for the kids. Every young truck enthusiast went home with one to color their way through!
A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth. We are so grateful to be part of such an amazing community. ππ
May 6
400 horsepower. 1,450 lb-ft of torque. Built to move whatever winter throws at it. πͺ
This 2026 #Kenworth T880 was built with one job in mind. Keep the roads clear and the crew moving. Upfitted by Palmer Power & Truck Equipment in Indianapolis, it pairs a 400hp PACCAR MX-11 with the Allison 4500RDS automatic and hard point plow mounts for a package that`s ready to work the moment it leaves the lot.
Here`s what you`re getting:
π§ 400hp PACCAR MX-11 | 1,450 lb-ft of torque
βοΈ Allison 4500RDS 6-speed automatic
π 20,000 lb front axle | 46,000 lb rear axle
π Henderson HaulMaax EX suspension | 198" wheelbase
β
Palmer Power Municipal Plow upfit | Hard point mounts
Stock #205428
If your municipality needs a truck that shows up every single time, this is the one.
π In stock at Kenworth of Indianapolis β East
π (888) 434-2322
π Full specs: palmertrucks.com
On the Road Since 1965. π
#KenworthT880 #PlowTruck #MunicipalTruck #WorkTruck #Kenworth
May 3
Built where roads end. π βοΈ
The all-new Kenworth C580 is coming in 2027 and itβs rewriting the rules of extreme-duty trucking.
This truck means business. π₯
Apr 21
π Hard to miss this one. π
Custom Kenworth T880 built for Littleton & Sons Sand & Supply, first seen on the show floor at Work Truck Week.
Off the show floor and onto the road, this truck is already getting to work around Indianapolis. πͺ
Apr 7
When winter hits, your municipality needs a truck that doesn`t flinch. βοΈπ
This 2026 #Kenworth T480 was built for exactly that β 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:
π§ 330hp PACCAR PX-9 | 1,000 lb-ft of torque
βοΈ Allison 3500RDS 6-speed automatic
π 14,600 lb front axle | 21,000 lb rear axle
π 78" cab-to-axle | built for single axle plow & dump
β
Palmer Power Municipal Plow & Dump upfit
Stock #219674
Public works directors, fleet managers, county commissioners, this one`s ready to earn its keep from day one.
π In stock at Kenworth of Indianapolis β West
π (800) 900-0176
π Full specs: palmertrucks.com
On the Road Since 1965. π
#KenworthT480 #MunicipalTruck #WorkTruck
Apr 5
π Upgrade your morning pre-trip. The KW Barista-Cab is here. β
Standard coffee just doesnβt cut it on a 14-hour clock. Thatβs why weβre 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, weβve integrated this barista station directly into the console. Itβs the ultimate setup for the driver who takes their coffee as seriously as their cargo. β
Digitally enhanced with AI for your entertainment. Make sure to double-check todayβs date before you start looking for the KW Barista-Cab in your next spec!
Apr 1
π 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 π
Perfect for demo work, excavation, or hauling stone. This one`s ready to earn its keep from day one.
π In stock!
π¬ Call: (888) 434-2322
On the Road Since 1965 - Family-owned and operated Palmer Trucks β‘
#KenworthT480 #DumpTruck #TriAxle #HeavyDuty #WorkTruck #Kenworth #ConstructionLife #VocationalTruck #Indiana
Mar 29
π Meet Kelsy from Indianapolis β 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. πΌποΈ
Because maintaining uptime shouldn`t mean sacrificing style. π
πΈ Photo by Austin Woodrum
#OwnerOperator #CustomerSpotlight #KenworthProud #truckerlife #kenworthw900
Mar 18
