2026 Kenworth C580

Make: Kenworth

Model: C580

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2026 Kenworth C580

Make: Kenworth

Model: C580

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Kenworth C580

The Next Generation of Extreme-Duty Heavy Haul Performance in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, and Illinois

Since 1972, Kenworth’s C5 series has set the standard for rugged durability in the harshest conditions on the planet. The all-new C580 carries that legacy forward — going further, hauling more, and performing where no other truck dares to go.

“The Kenworth C580 marks a new era in extreme-duty performance, capable of hauling a gross combination weight of up to one million pounds.” — Kevin Haygood, Kenworth Assistant General Manager, Sales & Marketing

Production begins in January 2027.

Built for the World’s Toughest Jobs

The C580 is the only truck of its class on the market — purpose-built for off-highway and severe-service applications no other commercially available truck can handle.

From Arctic oilfields to Amazonian heavy-haul, the C580 goes where others can’t.

Designed for:

  • Mining & oilfield operations
  • Logging & forestry
  • Heavy equipment transport
  • Extreme heavy haul & prime mover applications

Power & Drivetrain

Engine Standard EPA-compliant Cummins X15 — up to 605 hp and 2,050 lb.-ft. of torque

Transmissions Manual, Allison 4000/6000 Series automatics, and — for the first time in the extreme-duty segment — the Eaton Endurant XD Pro automated transmission

Cooling 1,780 sq-in cooling module engineered for high-horsepower operation in stationary, high-altitude, and extreme-heat environments


Axle Configurations & Ratings

Configuration Rating
Single or twin-steer Up to 44,000 lb
Front-drive options 4×4, 6×6, 8×8, 10×10
Tandem rear axles Up to 165,000 lb
Gross Combination Weight Up to 1,000,000 lb

Strength in Every Detail

  • Sheet metal butterfly hood & fenders with removable side panels
  • Dual external 13″ Stainless Steel ERA Air Cleaners
  • Quad 4×6 heated LED headlamps (standard)
  • Full-length parent frame rails with FEPTO capability
  • Abrasion-resistant double-wrapped exterior wiring harnesses
  • Robust five-piece crossmembers

A Modern Cab. An Uncompromising Truck.

The C580 delivers the comfort and technology of Kenworth’s latest vocational cab platform — without sacrificing an ounce of toughness.

Inside the cab:

  • Customizable 15-inch digital display with SmartWheel® standard
  • Larger windshield & optimized hood slope for superior visibility
  • Increased room between seats vs. its predecessor
  • Available electronic park brake & digital mirrors

Safety & connectivity:

  • Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
  • TruckTech+ Remote Diagnostics for real-time fleet health monitoring

Ready to Spec Your C580?

Production starts in January 2027. Contact a Palmer Trucks specialist today to begin building the C580 that’s right for your operation.

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