Choose the Western Star 4900 for OTR driver comfort — its 82" sleeper options exceed the International RH Series's 56" maximum. The Western Star 4900 offers more peak power (600 hp vs 515 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | International RH Series 4758 available · from $5,000 | Western Star 4900 41 available · from $19,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | International S13 | Detroit DD16, Cummins ISX15, Detroit DD13, Detroit DD15, Detroit Series 60 Tier III |
| Horsepower range | 370–515 hp | 350–600 hp |
| Peak torque | 1,850 lb-ft | 2,050 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | 60,000 lbs | — |
| GCWR | — | — |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | International T14, Allison 3000 | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 5 options (140"–299") | 1 options (448"–448") |
| Sleeper sizes | ||
Choose the Western Star 4900 for OTR driver comfort — its 82" sleeper options exceed the International RH Series's 56" maximum. The Western Star 4900 offers more peak power (600 hp vs 515 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the International RH Series 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 International RH Series is built by International 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 International RH Series tops out at 515 hp / 1850 lb-ft torque. The Western Star 4900 tops out at 600 hp / 2050 lb-ft. GVWR is 60,000 lbs for the International RH Series and similar lbs for the Western Star 4900.
TruckRadar has 4,799 International RH Series and Western Star 4900 trucks available right now from dealers nationwide. Search by make, model, price, and location at truckradar.ai.
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| 34", 40", 54", 68", 82" |
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