Douglas Schmincke's 2022 Peterbilt 389

Jan 7, 2022

This 2022 Peterbilt 389 is owned by Douglas Schmincke, owner of Manchester, Maryland-based KAS Trucking. The truck is powered by a Cummins X15 with an 18-speed. It features painted tanks and penny lights. Schmincke uses the rig to haul flatbed freight.

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