Choose the Western Star 4900 for OTR driver comfort — its 82" sleeper options exceed the Freightliner Cascadia's 72" maximum. The Freightliner Cascadia offers more peak power (605 hp vs 600 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Freightliner Cascadia 4511 available · from $6,000 | Western Star 4900 32 available · from $19,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Detroit DD15, Detroit DD13, Cummins X15 | Detroit DD16, Cummins ISX15, Detroit DD13, Detroit DD15, Detroit Series 60 Tier III |
| Horsepower range | 350–605 hp | 350–600 hp |
| Peak torque | 2,050 lb-ft | 2,050 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | 80,000 lbs | — |
| GCWR | 220,000 lbs | — |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | Detroit DT12 Automated 12-speed, Eaton Fuller 10-speed, Allison 4700 RDS | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 6 options (210"–264") | 1 options (448"–448") |
Choose the Western Star 4900 for OTR driver comfort — its 82" sleeper options exceed the Freightliner Cascadia's 72" maximum. The Freightliner Cascadia offers more peak power (605 hp vs 600 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 4900 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 Cascadia is built by Freightliner and the Western Star 4900 is built by Western Star. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Freightliner Cascadia tops out at 605 hp / 2050 lb-ft torque. The Western Star 4900 tops out at 600 hp / 2050 lb-ft. GVWR is 80,000 lbs for the Freightliner Cascadia and similar lbs for the Western Star 4900.
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| Sleeper sizes | 48", 60", 72" | 34", 40", 54", 68", 82" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | $130,000–$180,000 | — |