Choose the Freightliner Cascadia for OTR driver comfort — its 72" sleeper options exceed the Freightliner 108SD's 0" maximum. The Freightliner Cascadia offers more peak power (605 hp vs 380 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Freightliner 108SD 14 available · from $51,649 | Freightliner Cascadia 4639 available · from $6,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Cummins L9, Detroit DD8, Cummins B6.7 | Detroit DD15, Detroit DD13, Cummins X15 |
| Horsepower range | 220–380 hp | 350–605 hp |
| Peak torque | 1,250 lb-ft | 2,050 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | — | 80,000 lbs |
| GCWR | — | 220,000 lbs |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | Eaton Fuller, Eaton Fuller, Allison 2000 Series, Allison 3000 Series | Detroit DT12 Automated 12-speed, Eaton Fuller 10-speed, Allison 4700 RDS |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 3 options (108"–156") | 6 options (210"–264") |
Choose the Freightliner Cascadia for OTR driver comfort — its 72" sleeper options exceed the Freightliner 108SD's 0" maximum. The Freightliner Cascadia offers more peak power (605 hp vs 380 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Freightliner 108SD and Freightliner Cascadia hold strong resale value among owner-operators and fleets. Resale depends heavily on mileage, maintenance history, and regional demand — not OEM brand alone. Check current listings on TruckRadar for real-world asking prices.
No. The Freightliner 108SD is built by Freightliner and the Freightliner Cascadia is built by Freightliner. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Freightliner 108SD tops out at 380 hp / 1250 lb-ft torque. The Freightliner Cascadia tops out at 605 hp / 2050 lb-ft. GVWR is similar lbs for the Freightliner 108SD and 80,000 lbs for the Freightliner Cascadia.
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| Sleeper sizes | — | 48", 60", 72" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | — | $130,000–$180,000 |