Kenworth's C580 vocational tractor is aimed at off-highway and severe-service applications and succeeds the C500. The C580’s new cab offers a larger windshield for better visibility, an optimized hood slope, and increased room between seats compared to the C500—a staple in Kenworth's lineup for five decades.
The C580 debuted at at ConExpo in Las Vegas earlier this month.
It features a customizable 15-inch digital display, placing all gauges and critical information clearly in view of the driver. Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) improve driver safety, while TruckTech+ Remote Diagnostics delivers real-time fleet insights into the usage and health of vehicles.
The C580 comes standard with EPA-compliant Cummins X15 engines with ratings up to 605 horsepower and 2,050 lb-ft of torque.
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After more than 50 years, Kenworth is replacing its C500 with a new model.
I’m CCJ editor. Join me for a quick peek at Kenworth’s newest heavy hauler, the C580.
Capable of hauling a gross combination weight of up to one million pounds, Kenworth’s C580 is every bit the severe-duty bruiser that the C500 is, but it gets some comfort and tech upgrades.
The C580’s new more spacious cab offers improved visibility with a larger windshield and optimized hood slope.
A customizable 15-inch digital display places all gauges and critical information clearly in view.
The C580 comes standard with EPA compliant Cummins X15 engines, with ratings up to 605 horsepower and 2,050 lb.-ft. of torque.
The C580 features Kenworth’s full suite of transmission offerings, including manual transmissions, Allison 4000 and 6000 Series automatics, and for the first time in the extreme-duty segment, the Eaton Endurant XD Pro automated transmission.
The C580 features abrasion-resistant double-wrapped exterior wiring harnesses, a sheet metal hood and fenders, five-piece crossmembers, and enhanced serviceability and component access to support body installations. Full-length parent frame rails extend to the front of the chassis and support FEPTO capability for specialized vocational applications.
The C580 is available in single- or twin-steer axle configurations, with front-drive axle options enabling 4x4, 6x6, 8x8, and 10x10 configurations. High-capacity axle ratings support up to 44,000 pounds on twin steer axles and up to 165,000 pounds on tandem rear axles.
The C580 features a large 1,780-square-inch cooling module and is designed to handle high-horsepower operation in stationary, high-altitude, and extreme-heat environments. Standard dual 13-inch cowl-mounted air cleaners offer high performance, ease of service, and classic Kenworth styling.
Production of the C580 is scheduled to begin January 2027, with the model fully replacing the C500 which sunsets this year.
