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KENWORTH K270

IDEAL FOR TOWING, REFRIGERATED VAN AND LANDSCAPE APPLICATIONS

Comfort and ergonomics in a cabover design.

At 82.5"-wide, the Kenworth K270 cab offers ergonomic comforts not found in others in its class. A cab depth of under 64" enables the Kenworth K270 to accommodate a large van body while staying surprisingly nimble.

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KENWORTH K270 SPECIFICATIONS

PACCAR Engine

  • PACCAR PX-7 6-Cylinder, 6.7 L, EPA 2013
  • 220HP@2400, 520@1600
  • 240HP@2400, 560@1600
  • 250HP@2400, 660@1600

Engine Equipment

  • Alternator - 160 Amp
  • K270 Transmission - Allison 5-Speed 2100 HS
  • K370 Transmission - Allison 5-Speed 2500 HS
  • Allison 3000HS 5 Speed Transmission
  • Allison RDS Series Transmission
  • Allison 6 Speed Transmissions
  • Fuel Tank - 45 Gallon, Rectangular
  • Dual 45 Gallon Rectangular Fuel Tanks
  • DEF Tank - 7.5 Gallon, Rectangular
  • Exhaust - Horizontal Crossover DPF/SCR w/Horizontal Tailpipe
  • Two PACCAR 700 CCA Batteries
  • Two PACCAR 1000 CCA Batteries

Gross Axle Weight Rating

  • K270 Front 10,000 lbs.
  • K370 Front 12,000 lbs.
  • K270 Rear 16,000 lbs.
  • K370 Rear 21,000 lbs.
  • Rear Axle Ratio 5.29 or 5.57
  • Rear Axle Rati 4.63 with 19.5” Tires

Suspensions

  • Front Suspension - Parabolic Spring
  • Rear Suspension - Reyco Mechanical
  • Suspension - Hendrickson HAS210 or HAS230 Air Ride

Cab

  • Hydraulic 55 Degree Tilting Steel Cab
  • K270/K370 78.6” Top of Frame Rail to Top of Cab - 22.5” Tires
  • K270/K370 52.2” Bumper to Center of Front Axle - 22.5” Tires
  • 82.5” Cab Width
  • Driver Seat - Air Suspension
  • Passenger Seat - 2-Person Bench
  • Passenger Seat - Single Person Air Ride
  • Center Storage Console and Cupholders
  • Heater and Air Conditioning
  • Cruise Control
  • Power Windows
  • Power Mirrors
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Doors Open 90 Degrees
  • Cab Suspension - Maintenance-Free
  • Dash Displays - English
  • Outside Air Temperature Display
  • Coolant Temperature Display
  • Dual Air Pressure Gauges
  • AM/FM/WB/USB, Bluetooth Radio
  • AM/FM/CD/WB/USB, Bluetooth Radio
  • Roof Mounted Air Intake Snorkel

Electrical System

  • 12 Volt Starting and Charging System
  • Exterior Lighting 12 Volt
  • Two 12-Volt Power Port in Cab
  • Body Connections 12 Volt

Paint

  • Cab - Ice White Axalta N8870
  • Frame - Black

Wheels / Tires / Brakes

  • Wheels - 22.5” Steel Painted White
  • Wheels - 19.5” Steel Painted White
  • Aluminum Wheels
  • Tires - F/R: Bridgestone 11R22.5”
  • Tires - F/R: Bridgestone 19.5”
  • Brakes - Front and Rear Drum
  • Front Air Disc

Frame

  • 33.9” Frame Spacing
  • Steel Painted Gray Bumper
  • Section Properties Per Rail: Frame Section Modulus RBM 11.65 Cu In, 1,398,664 lb/in

Options

  • Switch and Wiring for Customer Installed PTO
  • Wiring only for Customer Installed Backup Alarm
  • Speakers and Wiring for Customer Installed Radio
  • Oil Pan Heater 300 Watt
  • Immersion Pre-Heater 120 Volt
  • Heated Fuel Filter
  • Rear Shock Absorbers - Reyco
  • Rear Axle Stabilizer Bar - Reyco
  • Rear Differential Lock
  • Rear Mud Flap Hanger & Shields
  • Backup Alarm
  • Orange Seat Belts
  • Red Seat Belts
  • Clear Frame Rail Package BOC, Inboard Mounted:
  • Vertical Exhaust/Air Filter
  • DEF Tank
  • Battery Box
  • Air Tanks
  • 6.50 or 7.17 Rear Axle Ratio
Kenworth K270 Paccar PX-7 Engine

The K270 comes standard with the PACCAR PX-7 engine rated up to 250 hp and 660 lb-ft of torque.

A proven workhorse, the PACCAR PX-7 produces the highest horsepower to weight ratio of any engine in the industry

The right choice for demanding applications, the PACCAR PX-7 offers extended service intervals, advanced fuel efficiency and reliability you’ll measure in peace of mind.

Kenworth K270 Torque and Horsepower

Ratings
Engine Horsepower Peak Torque lb-ft @ rpm Governed RPM
220 520 @ 1,600 2,600
240 560 @ 1,600 2,600
250 660 @ 1,600 2,600

Specifications
Configuration Inline 6-cylinder
Displacement 6.7 liters
Dry Weight 1,151 lbs
Oil System Capacity 18 U.S. quarts
Horsepower 220-250 hp
Peak Torque 520-660 lb.-ft.
Governed Speed 2,600-2,800 rpm
Clutch Engagement Torque* 400 lb.-ft. @ 700 rpm
* Determined By Engine Horsepower And Idle Setting

Maintenance Intervals
Maintenance Item Miles Km
Fuel Filter 15,000 24,000
Oil and Filter 15,000 24,000
DEF Filter 200,000 320,000