Ryan Bone’s 1997 Kenworth W900L

Apr 3, 2020

Updated Apr 29, 2021

Owner-operator Ryan Bone owns this 1997 Kenworth W900L, which he uses to haul livestock in the Midwest. The rig is powered by a 525-hp Cummins N14 with a 13-speed and 3:55 rears. It sits on a 280-inch wheelbase. Bone has three sons that help him keep the truck clean and ride along as often as they can.

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