2021 Lightweight Freightliner Truck Tour
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- Опубликовано: 4 июн 2024
- Check out this truck tour featuring the new 2021 Lightweight Freightliner model! Brad and Jeff from Springfield Freightliner cover the biggest differences between the P3 (the previous lightweight model) and the P4 (this 2021 model). We use lightweight trucks at Prime Inc. primarily for solo company drivers and some dedicated/regional tanker routes. The lightweight truck is designed for only one driver and has less space and only 1 bed (instead of the traditional bunk set up in a full size truck). The lighter weight truck allows the customer the ability to add additional weight in the trailer. For the Refrigerated Division, solo company drivers get paid 5 cents per mile extra if they are driving a lightweight truck.
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That rear top shelve is a bad idea. My lightweight has two doors and items still find there way out and on my bed from time to time. I would suggest adding a net.
My old Columbia had huge open shelves above windshield was nice place to store snacks
I drove the lightweights for about six and a half years. I'm happy to see they are finally getting some attention. Its just sad to see they got rid of the latching cabinet over the bed. Not such a good idea. I've gone to a full size truck now because I'm training. But again...im glad to see the lightweights finally getting attention after all this time.
Is the weight limit on the drive axles still 34k??? And how much can u pull on a trailer total weight??? And last but not least can u do OTR thru out the country with this tractor hauling 80k????
@BAYX4AREA sorry it took so long to respond, I just saw your comment. Yes...weight limit is still 34k on the drives. I don't remember what the heaviest weight load was I ever pulled unfortunately. And yes...I did otr across the entire country with the lightweights. I would suggest having the passenger seat removed to make room for a fridge and make yourself a little cooking station in place of the seat. Thats what I did when I was in them.
Drove past this one last night very nice
I'm in a 2020 full condo and don't have those A-pillar deflectors. Is it possible to get those installed aftermarket?
Panic button next to the dome light... it’s gonna by fun trying to turn on the light in the dark.
I just said the same thing.
@@lacraciasmith5779 what's a panic button?
@@jerrykinnin7941 the panic button is the red button in the truck. I think it's in the same place as the 20 freightliners as in the 21s
@@lacraciasmith5779 what does it do?
@@jerrykinnin7941 it's a button to call the authorities very quickly.
I just picked one of these 3 days ago and I'm switching from a full size Cascadia to one of these lightweights. It's a great truck so far, drives very similar to a full size and I'm familiar with the features. Feels like a mini Cascadia and it's great.
Awesome! We love to hear that. Thanks for the feedback.
Why would you switch from Full size to LW? Just reasons bro? Isn’t it less safe for OTR? When wind for example?
I would like to see a 2023 LW Freightliner Tour.
We are working on a 2024 LW video. Stay Tuned!
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING where are all the lightweights sold at, I don’t see them on your site…how do you look them up
@@lifewithtruckerceo6166 I would call Pedigree Truck Sales at (866) 392-5196
PRIME IS THE PRIME. God bless
Thanks Ameen! Appreciate all your comments and support.
I wish I was at a position in life that I could go back to Prime. Great company and even better people.
Thanks for watching and the comment! We hope you are doing well.
Me too
Awh, wish I got one of these! I’ve been driving a P3 company lightweight the last few months and my biggest gripe has been the weird fuel tank setup. I’ve lost track of how many times I’ve pulled into a fuel island only for the pumps to be offset opposite to the tanks.
I’m not sure the open shelf is the greatest idea over the bunk. Maybe add a stretchy net? Or at least a mounting bracket up there for a microwave + power cord!
Love all the other changes, though! Wish I had the chance to drive one’
Wow the technology in that truck is amazing by the sounds of it in regards to the whole cruise control
Great knowledge on prime truck
Looks beautiful. Wish I qualified for when I upgrade out of my 2018.
Only downside is while it looks like extra cabinet space, I personally think any cabinet on these trucks should have doors that latch. Especially when its over the drivers head. All it takes is a few good bumps and things fall out.
Also, I seen the CB location/wires, has the internal antenna been improved or is an external still the best option for a quality signal?
Can these lightweights be used in flatbed?
Just some observations. The one piece windshield is nice the square box thing.
Seems to be a Blindspot for tall drivers who like to sit tall in the seat. The tray in the back needs a cargo net. Can I get one with opening sleeper doors and side box doors. What is the tare weight full fuel and driver. How many miles to a tank? What is the avg. Fuel milage.
What size tanks are those? Does mattress fold to wall for under bunk access? Can I get a storage box under passenger seat.
Hi Jerry! If you're a current Prime driver, you can reach out to our Freightliner rep, Jeff, through your Road Assist advisor. Jeff can help answer any questions you have about the new Freightliner!
I'm a company driver in the reefer division and due for a new truck in June of 2021 Will I get one of these style trucks ?
I just wanted to know what is P3 and P4 here? Are the models? Or sub models?
Very informative indeed.
I wish freightliner would do a P4 with storage layout identical to the P3. The utilization in the P3 was much better than the condo P4. I like the modern look of the P4 interior but for space/storing things the P3 was better
now make video on 2021 full size truck... i want to see difference between full size and lightweight
Good night thats the best aero truck in the market he hands down i drove an ex prime 2016 ca113 great looking truck but these are even better
Right on! It's a pretty sweet ride. Thanks for watching!
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING good morning u guys have any regional work or didecated iowa area??
Question: Do the light-weights come with APUs installed?
Hi Zac! All of our trucks come with the APU installed. Thanks for the question!
What size is the bed?
What the odds of getting one of the 2021/lightweight trucks when you have completed your training and do you get to pick between full size and lightweight if you go company?
Hi Romulus! As a company driver, you are assigned a truck on a first-come first-serve basis, so it is dependent on available inventory at the time. Thanks for watching our video!
Do this Lite trucks having accomodation for fridge and microwave?
The lightweights have limited space. We have several drivers that remove the passenger side seat and put the fridge/microwave there.
The size of that forward collision detector box is the absolute worst. It's on our 2020 as well. Our 19 had one the size of a playing card. This one takes up so much visibility for both the driver and passenger. I'd quickly trade the door deflectors for the ability to see things better.
How tall are you? I see one can stand full height. How tall is the ceiling?
Do they only offer lightweights for company drivers coming out of tnt or can you opt for a full size?
Lightweights are used in particular divisions. Company drivers have a variety of trucks available to them.
I wish this video would have came out when I had a ‘19 lightweight. But I got a full size now😎.
Sorry! We are slowly getting better at trying to get videos out more timely. Congrats on the full size!
The 2018's have DD13 engines - I heard the "P3" has a DD15 engine... What type of engine does this "P4" have under the hood ? Thanks in advance !
I like the dd15..
I like the dd15..
its a good truck i drive one this for 5yeasr for mi its the Best. thanks for the video
We love to hear that, Jacob! Thank you for watching our truck tour.
Please put L.E.D. head lights and signal lights standard specifications THANK you
Led headlights kind of suck though. They look cool but halogen cuts through way better especially in bad weather
Is there an APU???
I like the deer guard, can you tell me from where Prime get those deer guards?
We used to make our own model of deer guards, but recently we have switched over to Ex Guards and really liking them. ex-guard.com
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING many thanks
Awesome machine
I'm addition to my earlier question about the engine size?
- I want to compliment the new shelf design over the bunk, as brilliantly simple ! - the storage in the late model cabinets is great, (used those cabinets for 42 months) - but those doors do pop open on their own, on bumpy roads too ... The cabinets while nice, are difficult to access, clothes on one side , food on the other side, dark inside, like I said this shelf is brilliantly simple, small storage totes will take the place of cabinet doors, along with ease of access... I really like the shelf ! Good job freightliner ! - - please reply to my other question regarding engine specs ! Thanks!
whats wheel base difference between lightweight and regular trucks?
Hello, thanks for watching. While this might vary a little by the specific model, here's an example: P4 Light Weight Wheel base is 212”. P4 Full Size Wheel Base is 227”.
Love that truck....
We do too! Thanks for watching.
Do these come with a fridge option ?
Thanks for the question, Shamu! There is no option for a fridge in the Light Weight. Some drivers have removed the passenger seat and put an aftermarket fridge there so that is an option for the driver.
"some" for refer? I would love to drive a 2021 LW once I finish TNT. Do we get this option as a company driver?
Thanks for the question! Typically solo company drivers are placed in a lightweight. Best of luck with your training.
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING Excellent! Thanks for the reply!
Just 1 problem I see... the overhead storage on L & R sides over driver's head are open. First time you make a turn, that's coming down. Do the designers of these trucks ever get out of the office and actually drive through say Indiana or Oklahoma, Michigan ?
Exactly am so glad my 2020 lw has the latching doors I have been hit in the face from stuff coming from the front trays I cannot imagine having unsecured cargo behind me
Those cubby holes have a 3 inch lip on them... I can't even reach into them to get anything out unless I get out of my seat... I run up in New England and I have yet to have anything fall out of either front, side or rear shelves.
That looks like a better improvement on several things. The lightweight International was a better set up wish they still had them.
Thanks for watching and for the feedback! We will be eager to hear what our drivers think who get in these.
Headlights are LEDs?
Yes they are LED.
Sooo... how much do they weight??? Light weight this light weight that P3 P4 but the never mention how much do they weight, is it really worth the sacrifice? Can someone please let me know the tare weight of P3 or P4 ? Thanks
Hi Eduardo! This 2021 Lightweight Freightliner weighs 15,855 lbs. Thanks for your question!
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING oh ok, that's like 3k less than a regular truck, something to consider if you move reefer goods, thanks
Can u turn off the windshield wiper auto setting?
I just got my P4 last month, and it isn't not on.. I think that you have to turn on both special features for the headlights and wipers., to which I have no idea on how to do that...
@@LHawes-eg3dc at night i dont like the wipers going like crazy or going off for every little mist that hits the windshield. I dont care if headlights come on on their own.
Nice 👍
Thanks for watching!
The top storage would work with a net to prevent items from flying out. To be specific a net that you could attach and detach to ensure items in that top storage area do not come flying out if there is a hard braking event.
Thanks for checking out the truck tour video.
Why a small cabin? It didnt show the bed?
Hi Mark! There are perks to both a lightweight or a full-size truck. For more information on the specifics, check it out at: www.successleasing.com.
Can you spec a manual transmission on this truck? And what about getting rid of the super single tires and putting duelies on it instead?
Prime is no longer putting out trucks with manual transmission. And they say the super single tires are better on mpg than the dual tires. 🤷♀️
Supers aren't bad just gotta whatcha the trash in the road maintain proper tire pressure. Check tread for trash.
It's too bad I can't get a Cascadia 126 lightweight where I work. Right now I'm driving a 2019 Cascadia 126 day cab and waiting for the drivers I swap loads with is no fun in a day cab.
They're good looking rides! Thanks for watching our video.
Questions if a truck go over 70mph there a safety alerts come on? Also do your truck has front camera face up?
We have alerts that go off when a driver exceeds the speed rating that our tires are manufactured for. We do not have cameras at this time, but always looking at different safety technology as the ever changing industry continues to develop to improve the safety of commercial vehicles.
It goes off once above 76mph (overspend)
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING so why not change the tires?...never heard of a speed rating..mabey i shouldn't do 80 any more?..lol
Sure would be nice if we could actually go 70 mph.
Eric Wilson all tires have speed ratings even your car tires have speed ratings !
does it come with disc brakes
Thanks for the question, Ernesto! Disc brakes are an option that you have to ask for when ordering the truck. Have a great day!
What is the average mpg those are getting?
It has a lot of factors that goes into the MPG. Such as how you are driving the truck. I.E speed.
Good night whats the price on these rigs??
Hello! You can find out specifics by reaching out to Success Leasing via the "contact us" button at www.successleasing.com. Or by calling them at 800-491-1240.
What’s the big picture? Light weight so that it can haul heavier loads I guess. And what about performance? And mpg??
The lightweight trucks have a DD13 engine. Yes, they can heavier loads; and the performance is good. These lightweight trucks pull well, and the MPG is comparable to the bigger DD15 engines. MPG depends on how the driver is driving the truck. We utilize lightweight trucks currently in the Refrigerated and Tanker Divisions. The lighter weight of the truck allows the customer to put more weight in the trailer.
Lite weight more freight. I've lost more loads over the years from being to heavy than to lite. I remember when Freightliner was the litest truck on the road. I'll take a 96inch BBC flattop 77 FLD Cabover with a 350 big cam 13 speed and 390 rears 190 wb 11R225 tires on Alcoa rims 150 gal tanks and 45 ft96 wide utility meat rail with a TK refer on the noze please and thank you.
How much
Do company drivers have to drive a lightweight truck?
Hi Roger! No, company drivers do not have to drive a light weight truck.
Do the truck come with led lights? Out side of the front?
LED headlights are not spec by Prime at this time. They are available as an option through Freightliner.
They're a $600 option
If you want to buy LED lights go through (ahem *whispers*) Amazon.
@@bridgettel8217 Sure, if you want improperly functioning lights that blind everyone who sees them.
@@FatGuyInaTruck leds don’t function improperly you’re being vague and honestly dumb.
How much do these units weigh
You can check out the specs of these trucks at www.freightliner.com. Thanks for watching our video!
Been in a 2020 lightweight for over a year. Can company drivers upgrade to the 2021?
Good question. Let me check with Leasing tomorrow on how that works. -Andrea
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING Thanks Andrea 😊
I’m still in a 2018 lightweight, get in line 😂
@@elizabethquin3425 I was going to say all is fair in love, war and trucking but you deserve a new one before me. Be safe and God bless.
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING any word on upgrading to the new model lightweight Salty?
Can we get Cummins engines in the Peterbilts please so I don't have to go out of house to buy my next truck. I've heard too many reports of electrical emissions problems with the Paccar engines even our some of own in house mechanics and shop leads have advised to avoid that engine. Meanwhile that I'm aware Prime does not offer Peterbilt's with the new Cummins X15 engine that the rest of the industry seems very pleased with why is that?
Price is everything to big companies. Paccar is much cheaper to buy but costs more to maintain.
@@winstoneley438 Sometimes people just reply to questions that weren't addressed to them because they want to present themselves like the authority on the subject when they're not. We've had Peterbilt's with Cummins engines in the fleet before.
My prime Pete has a Detroit in it. Granted it's a 2018
@@tybirous3417 Yup a Detroit MX13
@@winstoneley438 your exactly right, they buy the cheapest they can get and Cummins definitely isn't lol
My company is about to put me into one of these and I pray to God it does not have the automatic breaking system. Those are more dangerous than anything especially in the Winter time
Collision mitigation? How about open your eyes and pay attention
Can you get these on the lease side ?
Yes you can. It is rare but it is allowed.
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Thanks for the response!
I’ll take one
can you get it with heated wipers???
I'm sure it's no fun having this size sleeper for otr. I personally think it should be used only for home daily use where the driver has a bed handy when having to wait for hours at a stop. I wish my company put me in a 48" sleeper instead of a day cab.
Thanks for watching our video!
100 gallon fuel tank?
Yes, they are dual 100 gallon tanks.
No Tri-Pac ? Is there an Inverter? What size is the engine ? X15??
This one was brand new on the yard so it hadn't gotten fully finished. These all with have our standard APU and 1500-watt inverter. Thanks for asking!
You will lose over half of the under bunk storage once the AC blower unit is installed. it is too bad that TK and Prime Inc. couldn't come up with a unit that mounts below that massive shelf that takes in the warm air from up high and blows cooler air down low.
any manuals?
Our fleet is 100% automatic! Thanks for watching our video.
Don’t know how I feel about that new panic button location
Hopefully it's not a big issue. 😅😅😅
I feel the same. Sometimes i'm felling around in the dark for the light switch there 😅
Don’t just Panic, let the button do it for you “if needed” 😁
Petivoyager I like this guy😂🤣
carnage6288 same, it should be interesting to see how this works out
Bad part of moving batteries from the back of the truck...Bobtail/empty trailer traction goes down a bit. You already need every bit if weight in the rear axles on the tractor in certain situations... especially on ice. It may not be a huge difference, but you will DEFINITELY miss it once you start spinning out or fishtailing...
Great feedback! Thanks for sharing this info.
He said Plasma TV haha haha.
When he said that I was like WTF.
How's the prime lease work!
All lease are rip off
If I were allowed to choose how I wanted for my truck I'd get a 126 similar with a DD15.
That'd be a sweet ride! Thanks for watching our video.
Is this a tanker approved truck?
Sorry, we originally misspoke so we deleted that comment. Yes, this is used in the Refrigerated Division for solo drivers and in Tanker Division for drivers who haul out of Decatur. Let us know if you have any other questions.
Prime Inc. Tku. I am talking to a prime tank otr now. I would be otr so I could also buy a cascadia midroof which is good
Maybe considering. I turn in my 18 dec. 1st thing is I know that truck payment is going to be 🤪🤑🤑🤑 I have a TV that's awesome space for it, I totally agree on the microwave space. Also not sure what kind of fridge can fit in here? As all comments had said before that panic button worse stop ever in history of trucking. Ive been with prime for almost a year now, and p4 i like period. Once the pandemic started we were short on truck selections and I got stuck with the 18. Oh also the automatic breaking 😑😒 terrible we can go under bridges and the shadow will set it off, so with that big square in the middle of the windshield no ill pass on having that too. And since the cup holder is in the middle lets see how many times you hit your toe on that cutting that alarm off.
To bad prime inc isn't in Canada.
Nothin but rough riding plastic I got a 20 and it rides horrible and everything sounds loose inside rattling
The deflectors puts the water right on the Window! WTF Chuck!
Nice. No more manual transmission?
No prime went fully auto a few years back and lightweights have better ergonomics as a auto
No that's so they can put anyone in a truck with no experience!
@Traveling Warrior I'm sure they'll train them to back!!! ...
@Traveling Warrior who you welcoming? Backing either you can or you caint
@Traveling Warrior most who finish training caint drive either.
I think it's real life Optimus Prime 😉
I was in one when I came to Prime, wasn’t for me. Too cramped, didn’t like having to move my stuff around or not being able to spread out and feel at home. I eventually got into a Peterbilt and that had plenty of room. It kinda felt a little gutless compared to my Pete as well. Which is weird since it’s roughly the same size engine. Oh well, the lightweight trucks are not for everyone, definitely not for me.
perfect driver truck....
The new panic button will be finger smashed on accident often in that new location. All in all tho.... nice truck.
Ooh hopefully not but you might be right! Thanks for the feedback.
Just add a small self adhesive LED light above the switch bank to light them up at night... even if it is on during the day, that wont affect you.
Basically a Volvo. I’ve a 2020 Volvo
They talk about the lightweight truck and never tell you the weight.
I would guess around 18,500. A thousand pounds lighter than a condo
It’s about 150lb lighter than a vnl760 from what I’ve been able to find. Sounds to me like it’s just light weight compared to the other trucks of the same brand.
Do you know when I know
freightlineris is not American made truckTruck everything assembled in Mexico and that’s a guarantee because I go to the border and deliver them to the dealer
Thank for watching our video, Reno!
One comment on the cameras. Driver facing I'm against it but outward facing I hope they do. Drivers are getting so stupid out here nowadays and in addition there are so many personal injury lawyers pushing if you been in accident with 18 wheeler we can get you every dollar you deserve. It is a huge deal for protecting the driver and company in the unfortunate event of an accident.
Been driving commercial vehicles since 2008, tractor trailers since 2016 and a dash camera should be standard equipment on all trucks. Had way too many close calls.
Thank you for your feedback Robert! Safety is always a priority for us.
i thought prime was using the forward facing camera for the reviewing of critical events
We use forward looking radar which is different. We did have 200 forward facing cameras we were testing out for some safety purposes, but they are not implemented in the entire fleet.
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING nobody wants to be on the "200" list....
Man, I need to pay off my truck quick, the moment those camera become mandatory 😵.
@@FatGuyInaTruck I been on the 200 list twice. I was like number 197. I feel sorry for the person at #1. If prime had inward cameras, safety would have a waiting list of people lined up
Honestly forward facing cameras aren’t a big deal unless the company chooses to harass drivers over unavoidable critical events when no collision. My company has them , one on windshield facing out and one in each hood mirror to see down the truck. They have saved the company and drivers during accident investigations , sure safety looks at them during a critical event but unless they see something alarming they don’t even call . They also use this footage at safety meetings not to embarrass a driver but to emphasize what no to do .
why would you want such a small sleeper truck?!
Personal preference! Thanks for watching.
Where’s fridge
There is no option for a fridge in the Light Weight. Some drivers have removed the passenger seat and put an aftermarket fridge there so that is an option for the driver. Thanks for watching our video!
I never seen a top bunk in a flattop
The lightweight trucks do not have a top bunk. They are designed for only 1 driver so have 1 bed.
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING 0:09 what is that then
Storage. It is covered later in the video. :)
@@PRIMEINCTRUCKING ohhhhhhh
@@BoneCOLLECTA47 it does look like a bunk though in that view for sure!
I wish prime would get Volvo’s. I want to drive the VNL 860.
Is this amazon?
Prime Inc. Completely different company from Amazon. Lol. 🤦♀️
@@bridgettel8217 Just yes 😂🤣😭
Apu?
They say all their trucks come with APU, and invertors.
Edit, just saw a reply from Prime. This was a brand new truck, and they haven't been installed yet.
Prime?!!! SWIFT all the way!!!!
lol
still cant pull up a hill
During extreme bad windy weather, that's all you see is freightliners laying all over the place.
I have too disagree, I've been driving 18 wheelers for 9 years. Going threw Wyoming is very windy during the winter, if you have a light load and your driving fast you will flip the truck. I've seen all trucks of different models laying on their side. It's all in the driver
@@rocksteady8410
You are correct, it has a lot to do with the driver. But if you’ve driven 389s or 379 you’ll know there’s a huge difference in how they handle wind and weather. They just hold the road better! But that original comment is true. At least 75 percent of the time it’s a Freightliner or Volvo in the ditch. Could be because there’s thousands more of them on the road or could be there just not built for bad weather.