ABOUT WESTERN STAR
Western Star is the world’s finest producers of hand-crafted, commercial, heavy duty trucks. Originally from Kelowna, BC Canada and headquartered in Cleveland, Western Star has been making trucks for over 50 years. The first Western Star model produced in Canada was the 4900 model, which was ideal for the logging, mining, lumber, and oil industries. Western Star’s hand-crafted, heavy duty, serious trucks are the ideal solution, whatever the job.
Our History
2024
The Western Star X-Series (47X, 48X, 49X) wins the Australasian Truck of the Year.
2023
Launch of the Western Star X-Series (47X, 48X, 49X) in New Zealand.
2010
The Western Star 4964FXT is released.
2005
Western Star introduced the 4864FXB model that complies with the recently introduced 26 metre b-double legislation.
2003
Constellation Series 6964FXC introduced to replace 4964EXC. Constellation Series 4800FS (Fleet Spec) is introduced.
2002
Constellation Series models 5864SS and 5964SS introduced. Aerodynamic, short and long bonnet models with set-back front axles.
1998
Constellation Series of truck is introduced to New Zealand. Complete new cab and sleeper package that offers increased interior space and enhanced comfort options. First models introduced were the 4864FXC, 4964FXC and 4964EXC (extended bonnet).
1997
Western Star Commander 7564F is introduced. Based on the ERF cabover platform.
1995
Heritage 6964F is introduced to replace the Heavy Duty 4900 model.
1993
Last truck produced at Wacol facility. 3800e is introduced. An aerodynamic, short bonnet truck.
