Harlen, Iowa, resident Jim Behrens’ 2005 Freightli

Oct 5, 2011

Harlen, Iowa, resident Jim Behrens’ 2005 Freightliner Classic XL rarely leaves his corn and soybean farm. The truck is powered by a 640-hp Caterpillar and a 13-speed transmission.

Among Otto Transfer's all-Detroit-D13-powered trucks hauling poles in its specialized operation is this beauty of a Western Star.

80 years of specialized excellence: Otto Transfer

Otto Transfer celebrates its 80th anniversary this year after founding with one truck by current co-owner Kevin Otto's father, Charlie, in 1946. It's not many a small fleet that can claim such longevity, testament to the owners' endurance, team-building prowess, service and instincts for advocacy.

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