The Peterbilt 567 and Peterbilt 579 are both proven Class 8 tractors competing in the same segment. The right choice depends on your route type, freight requirements, and driver preferences — both are well-supported by large dealer networks.
| Spec | Peterbilt 567 932 available · from $18,950 | Peterbilt 579 1489 available · from $19,999 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | PACCAR MX-13, PACCAR MX-11, Cummins Westport | PACCAR MX-13, PACCAR MX-11 |
| Horsepower range | NaN–510 hp | 355–510 hp |
| Peak torque | 1,850 lb-ft | 1,850 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | — | — |
| GCWR | — | — |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | — | PACCAR 12-Speed Automated Transmission |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") |
| Sleeper sizes | ||
The Peterbilt 567 and Peterbilt 579 are both proven Class 8 tractors competing in the same segment. The right choice depends on your route type, freight requirements, and driver preferences — both are well-supported by large dealer networks.
Both the Peterbilt 567 and Peterbilt 579 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 Peterbilt 567 is built by Peterbilt and the Peterbilt 579 is built by Peterbilt. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Peterbilt 567 tops out at 510 hp / 1850 lb-ft torque. The Peterbilt 579 tops out at 510 hp / 1850 lb-ft. GVWR is similar lbs for the Peterbilt 567 and similar lbs for the Peterbilt 579.
TruckRadar has 2,421 Peterbilt 567 and Peterbilt 579 trucks available right now from dealers nationwide. Search by make, model, price, and location at truckradar.ai.
| 44", 58", 72", 80" |
| 80" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | — | $135,000–$185,000 |