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Western Star 57X story: THE TRILOGY OF TOUGH HAS ARRIVED

The new Western Star X-Series lineup has been built from the ground up, forged to take the driver experience to the next level. Learn more about the all-new 57X.

Born from the driver’s need for increased efficiency, safety, and comfort. Purpose-built to redefine what a highway truck should be

Introducing the 57X, the newest member of the Western Star X-Series family and the most advanced and driver-focused highway truck we’ve ever built.

FEATURES
CAB
The Most Driver-Focused Truck On The Road
Making life easier for those who drive our trucks is always high on the priority list, so we’ve taken cab life a serious leap forward. It begins with our new digital dash display: bright, clear, customizable and intuitive. Then there’s the driver’s lounge in back. Equally as customizable, it’s easily spec’d out with optional features including a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, dinette, a full-size Murphy-style bed and more.

EFFICIENCY (AERODYNAMICS AND POWERTRAIN)
Advanced Aerodynamics And Greater Fuel Efficiency
We’ve pushed the laws of aerodynamics to the max and these advancements, coupled with the latest powertrain technologies, have come together seamlessly to deliver the most fuel-efficient highway truck we’ve ever made.

DIGITAL DASH
Created To Make Driving Easier
A 12″ A-panel display and 10″ B-panel display provides access to all the data and entertainment you need, without your hands ever leaving the wheel.

CONNECTIVITY
More Data Means More Uptime
Our X-Series trucks represent a big advancement in productivity for Western Star trucks thanks to Detroit Connect®. Detroit Connect translates the performance data of any type of truck into real-time information you can use to make decisions that can help you keep those trucks on the road and earning.

CHASSIS
Engineered To Perform
The 57X rides on a durable Daimler corporate chassis, backed by millions of miles of proven performance.

DOORS
Engineered For The Long Haul
Steel-reinforced aluminum with internally mounted hinges for greater durability and no sagging.

MIRRORS
Form And Function Working Together
Our C-Bar Mirror System was created for maximum stability and aerodynamics to help your drivers and your bottom line.

State-of-the-Art Safety from Detroit
The 57X comes equipped with the entire Detroit Assurance® Suite of Safety Systems, the most advanced safety technology in the industry. The suite features a number of safety-improving technologies, which you can learn more about right here.

Active Brake Assist 5
Active Brake Assist 5 detects distance and speed to moving and stationary objects in its path and determines if braking is necessary. It’s the only system on the market that works down to 5 MPH*, making it ideal for travel in congested urban areas. It also recognizes pedestrians who are about to cross in the truck’s path, alerting the operator while partially braking, followed by full braking if the operator does not react.

Adaptive Cruise Control To 0 MPH And Tailgate Warning
Detroit Assurance technology enables state-of-the-art features such as Adaptive Cruise Control to 0 MPH to ease driving in stop-and-go traffic, as well as help mitigate front and rear collisions.

Brake Hold Mode
Whether stopped in heavy traffic or for any other reason, this state-of-the-art feature can keep a truck* stopped when the driver removes their foot from the brake. Brake Hold Mode can be engaged by pressing the brake pedal all the way down. It automatically disengages when the driver accelerates.

Lane Keep Assist
Lane Keep Assist reads and tracks lane markers to help drivers keep their trucks centered in their lane.

Lane Departure Protection
This safety feature detects when a truck drifts out of its lane and then actively steers it back on course.

Side Guard Assist
A game changer for safety, Side Guard Assist detects objects on the passenger side of the truck and alerts the operator.

Active Brake Assist 5
Active Brake Assist 5 detects distance and speed to moving and stationary objects in its path and determines if braking is necessary. It’s the only system on the market that works down to 5 MPH*, making it ideal for travel in congested urban areas. It also recognizes pedestrians who are about to cross in the truck’s path, alerting the operator while partially braking, followed by full braking if the operator does not react.

Adaptive Cruise Control To 0 MPH And Tailgate Warning
Detroit Assurance technology enables state-of-the-art features such as Adaptive Cruise Control to 0 MPH to ease driving in stop-and-go traffic, as well as help mitigate front and rear collisions.

Brake Hold Mode
Whether stopped in heavy traffic or for any other reason, this state-of-the-art feature can keep a truck* stopped when the driver removes their foot from the brake. Brake Hold Mode can be engaged by pressing the brake pedal all the way down. It automatically disengages when the driver accelerates.

Lane Keep Assist
Lane Keep Assist reads and tracks lane markers to help drivers keep their trucks centered in their lane.

Lane Departure Protection
This safety feature detects when a truck drifts out of its lane and then actively steers it back on course.

Side Guard Assist
A game changer for safety, Side Guard Assist detects objects on the passenger side of the truck and alerts the operator.

Active Side Guard Assist
This industry leading technology detects and actively prevents the truck from making a right turn into moving cyclists and pedestrians in urban situations.

Durable and Expansive Windshield
Field of Vision – Delivers best-in-class field of vision thanks to a surface area that’s 28% larger than our previous product offering, making it one of the largest windshields in its class.
One-Piece Design – One-piece, roped-in design enhances the field of vision with an unobstructed view, while providing easy replacement in case of damage.
IMPACT RESISTANCE – Optional TufGlass impact-resistant windshield is 2.5x more resistant to damage, reducing repair costs and downtime.
SOLAR TINTED GLASS – Standard solar tinted glass reduces heat in the cab, improving operator comfort.
WIDER WIPER ZONE – 24-inch wiper blades that cross over the center of the glass for a 37% improved wiper zone, giving operators greater visibility and a more unobstructed view.

Dual Stage Intelligent LED Headlights
Impact Resistance – High-impact polycarbonate lenses with additional hard coating protection to prevent cracking, scratching or damage to the headlight from rocks or road debris.
Heated Lens – Optional Dual Stage intelligent heat grids to melt away ice and in humid environments, eliminate condensation, in minutes.
Integrated Amber DRL – Integrated amber daytime running lights that double as turn signals, making the truck more visible to oncoming traffic.
Wide Illumination – LED output is designed to fully illuminate the road, including off to the sides of the vehicle, to reduce eye fatigue while letting operators detect objects sooner.

ENGINES:
The Detroit® DD13® Gen 5 and Detroit® DD15® Gen 5, both redesigned with the best in cutting-edge diesel engine technology and engineering for increases in power, durability, productivity and efficiency. The Detroit® DD16®, the industry’s only 16-liter engine, delivers up to 600 HP and 2,050 lb-ft for demanding applications.

DETROIT DD13 GEN 5 ENGINE
The DD13® Gen 5 engine builds upon Detroit’s industry-leading heavy-duty engine legacy and proven technologies to bring efficiency and performance to the next level. The DD13 Gen 5 engine offers the best of the best in cutting-edge diesel engine technology and engineering, resulting in the most reliable diesel engine for your truck.

DETROIT DD15 GEN 5 ENGINE
THE BEST JUST GOT EVEN BETTER

The new DD15® Gen 5 engine builds upon Detroit’s industry-leading heavy-duty engine legacy and proven technologies to bring efficiency and performance to the next level. The DD15 Gen 5 engine offers the best of the best in cutting-edge diesel engine technology and engineering, resulting in the most reliable diesel engine for your semi truck.

DETROIT DD16 ENGINE
EXTREME DUTY AND HEAVY HAULING FOR YOUR BIGGEST JOBS

The Detroit® DD16® truck engine is the biggest, toughest, most powerful engine Detroit has ever produced. With a wide, flat torque curve, and delivering up to 2050 lb/ft and 600 HP, it tackles your hardest jobs while performing with the fuel efficiency and reliability you’ve come to count on from Detroit. 

AXLES
Detroit® axles are a proven platform for maneuverability and versatility, with reliable and durable results over millions of miles and the most demanding work environments.

TRANSMISSIONS
The line-up of DT12® automated manual transmissions have been specially engineered and rigorously tested for the unique needs of the on-highway and vocational markets. Legendary Detroit quality is combined with cutting-edge technology and more robust features for even greater dependability and applications.