Choose the Western Star 49X for OTR driver comfort — its 86" sleeper options exceed the Volvo VNR's 62" maximum. The Western Star 49X offers more peak power (505 hp vs 455 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Volvo VNR 2246 available | Western Star 49X 125 available · from $74,900 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Volvo D13, Volvo D13TC | Detroit DD15, Detroit DD13 |
| Horsepower range | 405–455 hp | 350–505 hp |
| Peak torque | 1,850 lb-ft | 1,850 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | — | 80,000 lbs |
| GCWR | — | 250,000 lbs |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | I-Shift, I-Shift 13-speed | Detroit DT12 Automated 12-speed, Eaton Fuller 18-speed, Eaton Fuller 13-speed |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") | 5 options (230"–270") |
| Sleeper sizes | ||
Choose the Western Star 49X for OTR driver comfort — its 86" sleeper options exceed the Volvo VNR's 62" maximum. The Western Star 49X offers more peak power (505 hp vs 455 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Volvo VNR and Western Star 49X 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 Volvo VNR is built by Volvo and the Western Star 49X is built by Western Star. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Volvo VNR tops out at 455 hp / 1850 lb-ft torque. The Western Star 49X tops out at 505 hp / 1850 lb-ft. GVWR is similar lbs for the Volvo VNR and 80,000 lbs for the Western Star 49X.
TruckRadar has 2,371 Volvo VNR and Western Star 49X trucks available right now from dealers nationwide. Search by make, model, price, and location at truckradar.ai.
| 42", 62" |
| 48", 60", 72", 86" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | — | $150,000–$210,000 |