Nelson Breaux of Pierre, La., hauls plastic pellet

Overdrive Staff

Jan 5, 2011

Nelson Breaux of Pierre, La., hauls plastic pellets nationwide in a dry bulk tanker with his 2005 Peterbilt 379 shown here. The truck is equipped with a 475-hp Cummins and a 13-speed Eaton.

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