New Zealand's home of the leading American truck brand. Nine models, engineered and built in Australia, backed nationwide by Southpac.
From on-highway cab-over to flagship heavy-haul, every Kenworth is built to your specification.
Best suited toOperators who want maximum on-highway efficiency and PBS-combination flexibility.
Primary advantageSet-forward front axle and short bumper-to-back-of-cab length
Best suited toVocational, intrastate and interstate distribution, and tipper and dog operations where manoeuvrability matters most.
Primary advantageSet-back front axle for maximum manoeuvrability and a comfortable ride
Best suited toCar-carrier and low-clearance applications, plus tipper and dog work needing optimal weight distribution.
Primary advantageSet-forward front axle and low roof height, ideal for car carriers and overhead-clearance-sensitive work
Best suited toHigh-efficiency B-double and A-double line-haul, suited to virtually any on-highway application.
Primary advantage2.1m wide cab with 180-degree forward visibility
Best suited toLong-distance line-haul where extended fuel range and on-road stability matter most.
Primary advantageSet-forward front axle with larger fuel tanks for longer distances between stops
Best suited toRemote and regional operators who need simple, strong and dependable equipment.
Primary advantageDrop front frame and set-back front axle for enhanced visibility and manoeuvrability
Best suited toHeavy-duty applications where fuel capacity and front axle weight are critical.
Primary advantageClassic full-length bonnet with 30+ years of T9 heritage
Best suited toOff-highway, mining, remote road train and heavy-haulage operators working in the harshest conditions.
Primary advantageStraight front frame with higher-capacity front axles, steering and suspension for extreme loads
Model images and specifications shown are representative of the Kenworth range as engineered and built in Australia. Configuration availability may vary — confirm with your Southpac Kenworth specialist.
Engineering & Drivetrain
Every Kenworth is optimised for Cummins X15 or PACCAR MX-13 Euro VI power, paired with a manual or automated transmission and a driveline tailored to your application.
Customization & Prestige
From cab configuration to paint and interior trim, a Kenworth is specified around you — not the other way around.
Southpac Backed
Southpac is the New Zealand importer and distributor of Kenworth. Every truck we deliver is backed by nationwide branch and dealer support, genuine PACCAR parts and factory-trained technicians.
Real People. Real Kenworth Stories.
Warwick Wilshier Kenworth: A Life in Logging and a Legacy on the Road
Warwick Wilshier Kenworth: the story of a New Zealand logging industry veteran whose five-decade career behind the wheel helped shape truck transport and road safety across the country.
Stuart Drummond Transport: Built for the Job, Built Kenworth
Stuart Drummond Transport has put Kenworth to the test on some of New Zealand's toughest logging roads. In a business where reliability isn't optional, the trucks keep delivering.
Gleeson & Cox: Over a Century of Moving Auckland Forward
Gleeson & Cox has grown from a Model T Ford on a cream run in 1912 to one of Auckland's most established transport companies. It is a story of family, endurance and over a century of keeping Ne...
Kenworth's story begins in 1923, when Harry Kent and Edgar Worthington set out to solve a problem nobody else could: hauling heavy loads down the tight, rugged logging roads of the Pacific Northwest. Their answer was a truck as tough as the people driving it. Over 100 years later, that same philosophy still drives every Kenworth built.
From producing the first American diesel-powered truck in the 1930s, to pioneering the raised-roof sleeper cab in the 1970s, Kenworth has spent a century setting standards the rest of the industry follows. The iconic W900, the aerodynamic T600, the capable T800 - each one a milestone in trucking history.
In 1968, Kenworth came to Australia, establishing a plant in Bayswater and cementing their presence in the southern hemisphere. That commitment to getting boots on the ground, understanding local conditions, and building trucks that perform in the real world has never changed.
Today, Kenworth continues to lead with the Next Generation T680, advanced electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles, and a lineup built for every application imaginable.
As part of the PACCAR family alongside DAF and Peterbilt, Kenworth represents over a century of proven performance. Southpac Trucks is proud to bring that legacy to New Zealand.
Represent the brand off the road too.
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Tell us what you need the truck to do. A Kenworth specialist will help you narrow down the model, configuration and build.
FAQ
The K220, T620/T620SAR, T659 and T909 are optimised for the Cummins X15 Euro VI engine, delivering up to 625hp and 2,050lb-ft of torque depending on specification. The T420/T420SAR runs the PACCAR MX-13 Euro VI engine.
Yes. Every Kenworth can be specified with a choice of sleeper and roof configuration, premium interior trim colourways, and a chassis, driveline and suspension package tailored to your application — plus your own paint and livery to make it truly yours.
It depends on the job. The K220 suits on-highway and PBS-combination work, the T420/T420SAR is a versatile vocational workhorse, the T620/T620SAR is built for premium line-haul, the T659 is engineered for remote and heavy-duty work, and the T909 is the flagship choice for heavy-haul and road-train applications. Compare all five in the model selector above, or enquire and a specialist will help you choose.
Yes. Kenworth trucks are engineered and built in Australia, with local design and application engineering to meet Australasian conditions.
ABS, Drag Torque Control, Automatic Traction Control and Electronic Stability Program are standard, and the Fusion active safety suite — including adaptive cruise control with braking, lane and highway departure warning, and advanced emergency braking — is standard on 6x4 configurations, with exceptions depending on axle configuration and application.
Yes. Southpac is the New Zealand importer and distributor of Kenworth, backed by nationwide branch and dealer support, genuine PACCAR parts and factory-trained technicians.
Talk to your Southpac Kenworth specialist for full specification sheets covering engine, transmission, axle, suspension and configuration options for each model.
Yes. Enquire using the form on this page and a Southpac Kenworth specialist will be in touch to discuss your operation and arrange next steps.
Talk to the Southpac team today. We'll help you find the right Kenworth for the job and make the process straightforward.
