This is what happens when you become a truck driver, you’re wife wants to go with you, you both like RVs, you both like to travel, and you’ve got the money to do this kind of thing. Huge props to them for doing what they enjoy! I hope the ride is smooth as butter!
Please understand the freight they are carrying before you leave ignorant comments. They haul jet engines basically airport to airport they will never be backing into tight spots. This truck is perfect for what they are using it for. If you listened to them they said they are out for 8 to 9 months then take the winter off. This type of hauling is not for everyone but perfect for the ones that like it. This is a perfect job for husband & wife teams.
But still. Your telling me that they don't ever need to turn@ a small intersection? I would love to see this with a trailer on it threw a drive course.
I'm not a truck driver, but wow what a gorgeous truck! These folks seem to be down to Earth friendly people. I wish them both the very best, and save travels. Thanks. John.
The engine bay is probably the size of your average 1600/month no utilities Manhattan room (i say room because if you have no bathroom other than one shared by the whole building its not an apartment)
The best looking rig I've ever seen. I'd love to see this house on wheels rolling down the interstate at night, it's got to be a rolling Christmas tree all lit up. Bravo to the Smith's.
I occasionally see extended tractors of this sort on the road, for some reason nearly always pulling trailers for moving companies (Mayflower is one I definitely remember), and it amazes me how the drivers can maneuver these monsters. It's damn shocking to consider that this truck had to set the Smiths back well beyond a half a million when brand new.
From what I’ve read, the reason that they’re usually moving company trucks is that these trucks are limited as to their total weight as well as the trailer size, so the only time you have the spare weight to put into a giant cab like this is when your cargo isn’t very dense (as is the case with moving personal possessions or parcels).
@@casey6556 moving companies are not limited on weight all 5 axle tractor trailers can go to 80,000 pounds moving companies household goods usually cube out before grossing out on weight, the moving company's special products side will also cube it out before they get to max weight, these bunks are for convenience when waiting on loading and unloading times
@@kw900lkevin I think you missed his point while stating it at the same time. You’re in agreement that a moving companies load could be less dense therefore working within this vehicles GVWR. Its not the moving company that’s limited, that was never stated by anyone. The limits were in reference to the tow rig due to its massive size relative to a more standard rig
@@blackoutkr8183 From what I know we don't make the trucks until they are paid for. Each one is custom built to the customers liking and they drive them out the warehouse once finished. But there isn't a dealership of finished trucks for sale.
I worked at a Kenworth dealership/repair shop years ago. We occasionally had some extended sleepers come through. The longest one had three rear axles and a tag axle that was under the sleeper. It had slide outs, full-size washer/dryer, shower, bathroom, kitchen (with stove, fridge, freezer), and a master bedroom. The back deck plate was a patio with a grill and smoker. The couple said they spent close to $2 million for the custom tractor and matching trailer. They hauled exotic cars and could fit up to 9 in the trailer. 4 down and 4 up using the lift, plus their personal subcompact that was loaded at the back of the trailer.
Such a great imagination to make money. Hauling custom cars or in there case anything. Oh to be young again and have a young mind full of vim and vigor .
As an old owner operator that has a Mack with a "sleeper" so small that my feet had to stick out of the open fire ext door I am in awe! Great job, use it in safety and good health.
Had the pleasure of meeting this couple down in Phoenix. We had a good conversation and I admired their rig in person and now on this video. Safe travels my friends. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
que pedaso de camion es casilla rodante implementado sobre la cabina es modificado o ya viene de fabrica en que pais es esto lo del camion me rrefiero en que pais se encuentra este camion?
Beautifully crafted Peterbilt! Love the bright yellow. Very well thought through living space. Well done Peterbilt and custom builders to put this truck together 👍👏
As a parts guy in the trucking business. This is absolutely awesome. I used to work for a peterbilt dealer. Now at a freightliner dealer. Man i miss working for peterbilt. Thank god it has an isx in it instead of a paccar motor. Awesome job. Much respect to you guys.
Thank you for letting us see your rig. If I saw you driving down the road I’d probably go off the road trying to catch a glimpse before you drove past. Absolutely beautiful. Was dying to see in the living quarters. Keep it between the lines and stay safe. John from cape cod.
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@@narutouchiha4236 there's always going to have to have someone in the driver seat no matter what. I hear you they might have a self driven big rig driving across country but not anytime soon.
@@narutouchiha4236 they have self flying planes. Guess who’s still in the cockpit. Pilots. I’d love to see a automated truck try and back into some of these tight docks.
As a child I was in love with semi trucks. Never got the chance to drive one but I still love these beautiful machines today and this beauty is no exception. What a gorgeous rig!
@@perpetualgrin5804 yup I ended up a pipe designer for 30 yrs until my lower back went out on me. After 6 lower back surgeries I had to retire so I’ll never get to drive a truck but oh well such is life I guess. Take care and stay safe out there 😁👍
Great video. Specialty hauling is the way to go. Every time I see the Reliable trucks hauling collector cars I think how cool it would be to have a job like that.
Michael Prosperity..... You Can, have a "job like that".... here's what it takes.... If you have a minimum of three years over the road commercial driving experience, and meet the criteria listed below..... Previous auto transport, HHG, HVP, car carrier driving jobs or similar specialized experience Dedicated to customer satisfaction and good company relations Compliance with FMCSR, company safety policy and tax regulations Clean motor vehicle record Have verifiable experience in driver safety and cargo securement Qualified drivers candidates are rewarded with strong revenue, and full administrative support for your operation. Individual and team car carrier drivers with specialized auto hauling driving experience are encouraged to apply. You can tell from the wording, that you would not be just a driver... re: pay close attention to the 3rd line down in the "criteria" list and the last three words in that sentence. Good luck.... here's their website - reliablecarriers dot com. They have 5 or 6 different divisions including the enclosed vehicle transport division.
Thank you for this video... great interview. I've reading many of the comments and replies below, 85% of it is ignorant BS. I'm a retired owner operator with 51 yrs of trucking behind me.... so I do know a little about trucking. This couple is leased to Southern Pride, which is primarily a Very Specialized carrier in the transporting of Military and commercial jet aircraft engines... which generally only weigh between 3,000 to 8,000 lbs (depending on type and application) and they rarely haul more than One engine per trip... though, occasionally will have Two or Three depending on engine size, so weight is NOT a big concern as far as the truck is concerned. Also, they generally haul engines that are scheduled for overhaul on the eastbound run... usually to either General Electric's Jet Engine division or to Pratt & Whitney, and return westbound with a "fresh" engine(s) and the time factor from point "A" to point "B" in either direction is Very "tight" and there is NO time for sitting around truck stops or anywhere else en-route... which is why ALL of Southern Prides Owner/Operators have "Large Cars", Not "just" the Smiths here in this video... though some are Not as long in the wheelbase as this one. Southern Pride also does GSE moves (Ground Support Equipment) which also includes Over-dimensional as well as aircraft parts, not only in the contiguous lower 48, but also internationally.... I think that in the now 40+ years in business.... they probably have things figured out a bit better than some of the "expert" nay sayers on here. Southern Pride Only accepts the Very Best of the Best for Owner/Operators with Years of proven experience behind them and with impeccable credentials, both as previous long term Owner/Operators and in personal character.... which would exclude At Least 85% of the "wanna be" (re: Phony) truck drivers I see climbing out of trucks these days, with nose rings, spandex, tattoo's from head to toe, pajamas, etc, etc, etc, ad nauseum... and no real integrity to speak of. Over 90% of Southern Prides Owner/Operator teams are Husband & Wife (as in Male & Female), and most of them have been married for Many years with no prior marriages..... they are "Solid" people. The Owner/Operators who have what it takes to "make the grade" and are excepted to run for Southern Pride... make a Very Nice living, close to $300,000 per year... Minimum. As Chris Smith stated... they spend most of the year, on the road... straight out with very time sensitive, High Value loads, the rigs that SP's O/O's have... are built for what they do (though there are some that have bought "2nd hand", but are very suitable for the running and loading conditions with SP, so all this garbage I'm reading on here about "they're too heavy" - "too long" - "can't back up a trailer" - "very impractical", etc, etc, etc, ad-nauseam.... is pure BS, written by a bunch of faceless "keyboard cowboy experts" who are completely ignorant of the subject at hand.
@End this police corruption..... I do Not recall discussing the overall length, not their trailer length - individually. If you're looking for an argument, or trying to just be insinuative... I'm not playing that game with you, nor anyone else.... nor do I need to give a detailed report to you on my years of experience.... which is now approaching 51 years, over 30 years as an O/O... and just so you know... my longest load was 287' 9" long... a refinery vessel hauled to the refinery way up in Yellow Knife, NWT. You don't need 53 nor 48' trailers to haul jet engines... SP is legal in All 48 states. PS: I will say one thing.... I agree with your "handle" here on YT.
End this police corruption You are an ignorant moron that knows dick about length because I go into every state without permits. If you want to talk about romper room then you will know more then
Saw this truck yesterday in delray florida getting off the turnpike.. Yes the wife was driving I gave her a thumbs up. In person this truck is huge ! Beautiful truck !!
Haters gonna hate. All of these negative comments are amazing. There are lot of big bunk trucks on the road. Most of these trucks don't bump docks. They don't worry about 90-degree backs into a tiny alley off some trashy street in downtown LA. These owners haul $$$ freight and can afford these incredible rigs. As with anything in life, people that can't, complain and put down other people's accomplishments. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Smith on your beautiful rig and safe travels. I hope to own one in the near future. God bless.
I dont hate ,,just dont see it for me,is all,.still a need truckers we all do,,,,,TEACH and tell me more about 300,000$trucks! Now,race a truck,, WOW WEE!.
I think it looks impractical but the fact that it exists at all means that someone knows this won't effect their bottom line so good on them for being able to do a very difficult job in more comfort than most.
Hi, I have a small youtube channel and I’m trying to reach and get help from other small channels like myself. I am subscribing to your channel now and would hope you would return the favor and subscribe to mine. Thanks in advance. I'm in the parts and trucking business.
Thank you for letting us see your home. Absolutely amazing. Perfectly built for what you haul. Good thing you deliver to airports, you need an airport to turn around. Or else you be stuck doing a 3,000 point turn with 1,500 pull-ups. God bless she is gorgeous. I’m sure she will last you forever. 🇺🇸💪🏼
Yep. Just as nice as that high end 5th wheel camper in the video. Looks like a DRV Mobile Suites, could be a LUXE as well. But the ultimate is Spacecraft RVs, and New Horizons.
I love how his truck honors they’re family That’s what I plan to do My trucks will be named after my uncle Who passed He was a truck driver for over 30 yrs Great interview Thank you for. Sharing
This is very interesting. I love that they are adding comfort to the trucking experience. More and more freight haulers are necessary in order to provide goods and services that we love and enjoy every single day. It's nice to know that the job doesn't have to suck all of the time.
Wow that’s simply stunning. Our English trucks have nothing on these. I remember the daf 500 that had a Cummins engine in it with twin eminox stack pipes. Sounded awesome. Amazing piece of engineering.
You don't have roads in the UK or Europe that can handle the turning circle of this tractor alone plus the legal requirements so these monsters will never been seen over the pond.
Besides all the obvious cool stuff I was impressed with the full cowl over the rear axles - more truckers should do this, it shows respect for their fellow motorists
It's not always practical. Try getting a set of chains on that truck when winter closes in and mountain passes require them. Of course that's not what this truck is for, they take winters off. But not every truck can have tight fitting rear wheel fenders like that. Mine has quarter fenders and mud flaps, which leave plenty of room when I need to stop and chain up.
@@erikdevries9208 hello, because of what we haul the companies do not want us putting chains on, when you have a 5 million dollar engine and sometimes 75 million they want you to wait till the roads get clear. We do work some of winter and we have only once had to park due to chain law but it was only for 5 hours.
Amazing design. Beautiful work for the rig. Intelligent setup with minimal space. And the people are just awesome. I know they they are running jet engines, but the thing that scares me would be the weight and fuel consumption. Still, it really is a gorgeous rig.
I love how ppl in the comments have no clue what they're talking about. This man hauls short , light loads, that are extremely important and expensive. Usually aeronautical cargo. He don't use a 53' trailer. And doesn't do many runs. Cause he gets paid handsomely.
This is a dream come true ... what an awesome truck. So very beautiful ... would be a lifedream to drive (not even considering to own). Thanks for sharing this sight ....👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋
Surfmus I don’t get why ppl hate driving. It’s better than any other way to get around. just seems like ppl who hate to drive are the ppl who are arrogant. It’s some thing that has to be done. Quit bitching about it and repurpose that time. Think/meditate, talk, listen to that book you want to read. Everything you do doesn’t have to be a complaint... seriously. Deal with it.
Surfmus I HATE DRIVING TOO. I've always disliked having to drive. I am with you COMPLETELY. I do it though , I have been doing it for over 30 years . It's just something you have to do to get from one place to another , for work , etc. There is nothing to say you have to like it though. What's to like about it. I never "bitch" about it though , and , like you I am definitely NOT arrogant . (I think the moron / troll has got that the wrong way . It would be arrogant if you were constantly saying how much you like driving) I reckon the moron should "repurpose his time" LOL and meditate , listen , read a book and learn to understand some people like some things , some don't like some things. Nothing quite like real dumbass ignorance .
I wanted to drive as a kid and I got my wish, I've been trucking for 37 years this Nov. It's the trucking industry I come to dislike, a lot. Be safe out there. 😎👍
@@ToshyXx me neither I absolutely love to drive. By the time I turned 21 I had at little more than 1 millon miles under my belt. I would rather drive any day of the week than anything else. After I got hit by a drunk driver 11 year's ago and split my head wide open and broke 6 in my neck and 15 in my back. But I still love to drive and probably always will.
I'm no driver, but I think this is beautiful, Thanks for answering the question I had in my head, "Is that practical?, Or is it a show truck?" If it's a daily driver I would be scared that some idiot on the road would cause an accident. And how much does something like cost to insure?
Just goes to show how STUPID you guys are. It is used to haul oversized loads. See the flashing lights on top, they are there so you can see him coming down the road.
That is a Sweet Ride I am a Retired Diesel Mechanic and I can say that is a Beautiful Ride all thou it is probably a bugger to work on it is still a Nice Truck Love it.
I love it there's nothing like a peterbuilt to me I miss mine I cry sometimes cause I can't drive one anymore I got hurt unloading my truck in 2004 now I got more screws an bolts than that Pete y'all are lucky to have you earned it an God bless an happy trails 🔫💪🇺🇸
I wish the Smiths a lot of safe miles and also a lot of jet engines to haul !! I believe this is the most comfortable truck on the world!! Its a damn nice truck!!
Everybody talking about interior outdated. Lol I don't recall the 60s having a fold out flat screen and LED lighting. Nice truck. Congrats Mr and Mrs Smith.
If I'm gonna drop all that money into this truck, I'm gonna get the most soft and most lumbar supporting seat. Driving 10+ hours day, I wouldn't want a busted back.
@@angelogandolfo6374 why would you say this without having a clue to the use of the kind of equipment! This is like trying to insult the cruise ship line for creating ships like the "Symphony of the Sea, Harmony of the Sea, or Allure of the Sea" when you have no clue to the use or demands of such equipment!
@Sal Vastola..... and it will be "waiting" for a Lonnnng time before this and other Southern Pride rigs show up in the territory and on raods where "11' 8" underpasses" exist.
This is what happens when you become a truck driver, you’re wife wants to go with you, you both like RVs, you both like to travel, and you’ve got the money to do this kind of thing. Huge props to them for doing what they enjoy! I hope the ride is smooth as butter!
For what it costs it damn right better be a smooth ride!
Nice...nice
@@stevedirdochegal6568 how much?
Well, if you're not raising kids and they're grown and gone of course my wife is coming with me that goes without saying.
Thank you sir, we do love what we do and we enjoy our life when at work, we do like going home as well
Please understand the freight they are carrying before you leave ignorant comments. They haul jet engines basically airport to airport they will never be backing into tight spots. This truck is perfect for what they are using it for. If you listened to them they said they are out for 8 to 9 months then take the winter off. This type of hauling is not for everyone but perfect for the ones that like it. This is a perfect job for husband & wife teams.
J W oh my goodness, please tell them again!!! They must have watched this with the volume off!
thanks. is there a video with that or similar truck in action?
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Ahh great points!
But still. Your telling me that they don't ever need to turn@ a small intersection? I would love to see this with a trailer on it threw a drive course.
This is beautiful. As a truck driver, I love seeing my fellow truckers do it big like this.
Nah... this is ugly and stupid
It's a Truck you don't use for work almost. Just cruising.
I'm not a truck driver, but wow what a gorgeous truck! These folks seem to be down to Earth friendly people. I wish them both the very best, and save travels. Thanks. John.
This has more space than a New York City apartment
At 1/4th the price and it makes you money
@@timothyaldridge1236 a fu** ton of money
Or English house.
My keyboard has more space than an NYC apartment.
The engine bay is probably the size of your average 1600/month no utilities Manhattan room (i say room because if you have no bathroom other than one shared by the whole building its not an apartment)
Instead of “sleeper cab” how about “apartment cab”
Cando cab...lol
@@kbkb7938 dont you mean condo
@@henryscharff496 maybe its with an australian accent
You said that right. It actually looks better than my condo!
@Citex22 yeah right 😂
The best looking rig I've ever seen. I'd love to see this house on wheels rolling down the interstate at night, it's got to be a rolling Christmas tree all lit up. Bravo to the Smith's.
Thank you
Pull a stocked refrigerated trailer, and you have a restaurant on wheels. Home cooked meals on the road.
Saw one like this years ago, they called it "Size Matters".
Looks like shit.. Americans have 0 sense of taste.
The interior is from the 80's
I occasionally see extended tractors of this sort on the road, for some reason nearly always pulling trailers for moving companies (Mayflower is one I definitely remember), and it amazes me how the drivers can maneuver these monsters.
It's damn shocking to consider that this truck had to set the Smiths back well beyond a half a million when brand new.
From what I’ve read, the reason that they’re usually moving company trucks is that these trucks are limited as to their total weight as well as the trailer size, so the only time you have the spare weight to put into a giant cab like this is when your cargo isn’t very dense (as is the case with moving personal possessions or parcels).
@@casey6556 That would explain a lot.
Thanks for the insight.
@@casey6556 makes sense. Yeah I remember always seeing them on mayflower and united van lines trucks when I was a kid
@@casey6556 moving companies are not limited on weight all 5 axle tractor trailers can go to 80,000 pounds moving companies household goods usually cube out before grossing out on weight, the moving company's special products side will also cube it out before they get to max weight, these bunks are for convenience when waiting on loading and unloading times
@@kw900lkevin I think you missed his point while stating it at the same time. You’re in agreement that a moving companies load could be less dense therefore working within this vehicles GVWR. Its not the moving company that’s limited, that was never stated by anyone. The limits were in reference to the tow rig due to its massive size relative to a more standard rig
I am not a Trucker but these kind of Trucks are sooo awesome , Congrats on a rig like this .
@hello Marc how are you doing?
Rig will require a Mullet Class registration - business in the front, party at the back.
😂
I work at the Peterbilt in Denton in the "sleepers" department, and I can't imagine how much detail went into making this.
Beautiful rig!!!
how hard is it to get into a dealership? I was just around there a few weeks ago lol
@@blackoutkr8183 From what I know we don't make the trucks until they are paid for. Each one is custom built to the customers liking and they drive them out the warehouse once finished. But there isn't a dealership of finished trucks for sale.
This is a work of art ! Ferrari or Bugatti of peter-built
@@tonym8765 probably cost more
I worked at a Kenworth dealership/repair shop years ago. We occasionally had some extended sleepers come through. The longest one had three rear axles and a tag axle that was under the sleeper. It had slide outs, full-size washer/dryer, shower, bathroom, kitchen (with stove, fridge, freezer), and a master bedroom.
The back deck plate was a patio with a grill and smoker. The couple said they spent close to $2 million for the custom tractor and matching trailer. They hauled exotic cars and could fit up to 9 in the trailer. 4 down and 4 up using the lift, plus their personal subcompact that was loaded at the back of the trailer.
Damn!!👍✌️
Such a great imagination to make money. Hauling custom cars or in there case anything. Oh to be young again and have a young mind full of vim and vigor .
As an old owner operator that has a Mack with a "sleeper" so small that my feet had to stick out of the open fire ext door I am in awe! Great job, use it in safety and good health.
Also very grateful someone sliced off those feet as they stuck out of the open fire exit door.
So u tellin me a random person could come and slap ur feet while u sleepin💀
Had the pleasure of meeting this couple down in Phoenix. We had a good conversation and I admired their rig in person and now on this video. Safe travels my friends. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
que pedaso de camion es casilla rodante implementado sobre la cabina es modificado o ya viene de fabrica en que pais es esto lo del camion me rrefiero en que pais se encuentra este camion?
Beautifully crafted Peterbilt! Love the bright yellow. Very well thought through living space. Well done Peterbilt and custom builders to put this truck together 👍👏
I drove OTR for 10 years. I can't imagine trying to maneuver that Beast in NYC. Or turning a corner in any major city.
Most truck stops, you'd have trouble parking
I'm thinking the same thing! Some of the places I've been it would have been impossible.
The Truck for the guy that never wants to go home to his wife and kids. The only thing that needs is a lawn and water feature. 🤣
I agree 💯
Driving green with fountains on top of the truck 👌
No joke, that a house all by itself.
They are provided for that’s all that matter quality time is over rated
You can drive with your wife together but then you can only have one child because the space should be enough for only three.
As a parts guy in the trucking business. This is absolutely awesome. I used to work for a peterbilt dealer. Now at a freightliner dealer. Man i miss working for peterbilt. Thank god it has an isx in it instead of a paccar motor. Awesome job. Much respect to you guys.
What’s wrong with parcar?
Thank you for letting us see your rig. If I saw you driving down the road I’d probably go off the road trying to catch a glimpse before you drove past. Absolutely beautiful. Was dying to see in the living quarters. Keep it between the lines and stay safe. John from cape cod.
I’ve seen a few super sleepers on the freeway and I concur, the rubbernecking is real.
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Just imagine the truck breaking down and you can just go back to sleep and worry about it next week lol
Just imagine cummins breaking down 🤣
You don't gotta be a big rig trucker to appreciate this beauty!
I want to thank you for sharing your home with us. Letting the younger generation to see how they can have a career in the hauling business.
No they will professional snapchatters lmao
It ain't a future in this bro, self driving it's gonna come it's just when
@@narutouchiha4236 there's always going to have to have someone in the driver seat no matter what. I hear you they might have a self driven big rig driving across country but not anytime soon.
@@narutouchiha4236 they have self flying planes. Guess who’s still in the cockpit. Pilots. I’d love to see a automated truck try and back into some of these tight docks.
@@travisbryan663 It'll do a far better job than a human.
That thing is a beast! More than I need, I like minimal on my hauls, but that’s just me. 100% appreciate that beauty.
As a child I was in love with semi trucks. Never got the chance to drive one but I still love these beautiful machines today and this beauty is no exception. What a gorgeous rig!
Me too , wanted to be s truck driver as a child but ended up as a nurse, go figure.
@@perpetualgrin5804 yup I ended up a pipe designer for 30 yrs until my lower back went out on me. After 6 lower back surgeries I had to retire so I’ll never get to drive a truck but oh well such is life I guess. Take care and stay safe out there 😁👍
@@perpetualgrin5804I was the same, I did get my license and drove for a while, but is a nurse now myself.
Great video. Specialty hauling is the way to go. Every time I see the Reliable trucks hauling collector cars I think how cool it would be to have a job like that.
Michael Prosperity..... You Can, have a "job like that".... here's what it takes.... If you have a minimum of three years over the road commercial driving experience, and meet the criteria listed below.....
Previous auto transport, HHG, HVP, car carrier driving jobs or similar specialized experience
Dedicated to customer satisfaction and good company relations
Compliance with FMCSR, company safety policy and tax regulations
Clean motor vehicle record
Have verifiable experience in driver safety and cargo securement
Qualified drivers candidates are rewarded with strong revenue, and full administrative support for your operation.
Individual and team car carrier drivers with specialized auto hauling driving experience are encouraged to apply.
You can tell from the wording, that you would not be just a driver... re: pay close attention to the 3rd line down in the "criteria" list and the last three words in that sentence. Good luck.... here's their website - reliablecarriers dot com. They have 5 or 6 different divisions including the enclosed vehicle transport division.
Yes what he said, I am looking for people that have these qualifications. Very good job!
Thank you for this video... great interview. I've reading many of the comments and replies below, 85% of it is ignorant BS. I'm a retired owner operator with 51 yrs of trucking behind me.... so I do know a little about trucking. This couple is leased to Southern Pride, which is primarily a Very Specialized carrier in the transporting of Military and commercial jet aircraft engines... which generally only weigh between 3,000 to 8,000 lbs (depending on type and application) and they rarely haul more than One engine per trip... though, occasionally will have Two or Three depending on engine size, so weight is NOT a big concern as far as the truck is concerned.
Also, they generally haul engines that are scheduled for overhaul on the eastbound run... usually to either General Electric's Jet Engine division or to Pratt & Whitney, and return westbound with a "fresh" engine(s) and the time factor from point "A" to point "B" in either direction is Very "tight" and there is NO time for sitting around truck stops or anywhere else en-route... which is why ALL of Southern Prides Owner/Operators have "Large Cars", Not "just" the Smiths here in this video... though some are Not as long in the wheelbase as this one.
Southern Pride also does GSE moves (Ground Support Equipment) which also includes Over-dimensional as well as aircraft parts, not only in the contiguous lower 48, but also internationally.... I think that in the now 40+ years in business.... they probably have things figured out a bit better than some of the "expert" nay sayers on here.
Southern Pride Only accepts the Very Best of the Best for Owner/Operators with Years of proven experience behind them and with impeccable credentials, both as previous long term Owner/Operators and in personal character.... which would exclude At Least 85% of the "wanna be" (re: Phony) truck drivers I see climbing out of trucks these days, with nose rings, spandex, tattoo's from head to toe, pajamas, etc, etc, etc, ad nauseum... and no real integrity to speak of.
Over 90% of Southern Prides Owner/Operator teams are Husband & Wife (as in Male & Female), and most of them have been married for Many years with no prior marriages..... they are "Solid" people. The Owner/Operators who have what it takes to "make the grade" and are excepted to run for Southern Pride... make a Very Nice living, close to $300,000 per year... Minimum.
As Chris Smith stated... they spend most of the year, on the road... straight out with very time sensitive, High Value loads, the rigs that SP's O/O's have... are built for what they do (though there are some that have bought "2nd hand", but are very suitable for the running and loading conditions with SP, so all this garbage I'm reading on here about "they're too heavy" - "too long" - "can't back up a trailer" - "very impractical", etc, etc, etc, ad-nauseam.... is pure BS, written by a bunch of faceless "keyboard cowboy experts" who are completely ignorant of the subject at hand.
2Stroke Diesel Power thank you for this comment!
Great comment that explains well what it's all about.
@End this police corruption..... I do Not recall discussing the overall length, not their trailer length - individually. If you're looking for an argument, or trying to just be insinuative... I'm not playing that game with you, nor anyone else.... nor do I need to give a detailed report to you on my years of experience.... which is now approaching 51 years, over 30 years as an O/O... and just so you know... my longest load was 287' 9" long... a refinery vessel hauled to the refinery way up in Yellow Knife, NWT. You don't need 53 nor 48' trailers to haul jet engines... SP is legal in All 48 states.
PS: I will say one thing.... I agree with your "handle" here on YT.
2Stroke Diesel Power very well said Sir. Love it
End this police corruption You are an ignorant moron that knows dick about length because I go into every state without permits. If you want to talk about romper room then you will know more then
Saw this truck yesterday in delray florida getting off the turnpike.. Yes the wife was driving I gave her a thumbs up. In person this truck is huge ! Beautiful truck !!
ну хоть не средний😂😂😂
Proof?
@@DLIX2DCLI proof of what ? A truck that I saw a year ago ?
@@_shotswithspeed
proof or not true. You know how that works.
@@DLIX2DCLI Plus I drove it last week
He doesn't just have a "sleeper" in the back. Dude has a full on RV in the back 😂
Haters gonna hate. All of these negative comments are amazing. There are lot of big bunk trucks on the road. Most of these trucks don't bump docks. They don't worry about 90-degree backs into a tiny alley off some trashy street in downtown LA. These owners haul $$$ freight and can afford these incredible rigs. As with anything in life, people that can't, complain and put down other people's accomplishments. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Smith on your beautiful rig and safe travels. I hope to own one in the near future. God bless.
This is the best comment by far!
True shit that.
All the shit talkers are probably driving some off lot base model and are jealous of someone who has such an amazing truck.
Most people can't even Afford one. It's a dam good Looking truck.
I dont hate ,,just dont see it for me,is all,.still a need truckers we all do,,,,,TEACH and tell me more about 300,000$trucks! Now,race a truck,, WOW WEE!.
This rig is ABSOLUTELY stunning! One of the best looking one I have seen in a while and it would be one that I would be proud to drive.
You mean truck? what is a rig?
@@gordonnorris4202 ur obviously not a trucker are u? 😂
@@gordonnorris4202 a rig is what people what people call semi trailers a rig is basically another name for semis
DITTO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I have a pickup truck with a camper on back and it is also referred to as a "rig" in the camping community.
Wow, hubby and wife is truly living the dream! Love it.
I think it looks impractical but the fact that it exists at all means that someone knows this won't effect their bottom line so good on them for being able to do a very difficult job in more comfort than most.
So you think people never make mistakes?
I have seen this type of truck on the road and have always been in awe! Thank you for letting me see what the trucking good life looks like 👍
Thank you for showing your beautiful rig.
@Hello Paul skoglund, How are you doing?
@Hello Paul how are you doing
Now that's living large on the road. If I had that rig I'd just live in it. Have me a PO box in my hometown but that rig would be my home.
A beautiful masterpiece that took a year to build, and swift can destroy in seconds.
If he is a rookie from swift it won't take that long😂😂😂
Never go full swift
Joey F so you never hit anything
@@smokewagon6 no. 29 years driving, 20 of those with 1 company and I've never had a chargeable incident or accident.
@@jumpoffjoe6572 I hit a lot lizard😂😂🤔
As a retired truck driver all I can say about the sleeper is WOW!
Hi, I have a small youtube channel and I’m trying to reach and get help from other small channels like myself. I am subscribing to your channel now and would hope you would return the favor and subscribe to mine. Thanks in advance. I'm in the parts and trucking business.
@Hello Harvey how are you doing
At 7:40 When they showed the tv going up I thought it was stairs to an attic. 😂😂😂
Me, too!
Funny. I thought the same or a top side party place.
i thought that was where the bed is lol
I swear I did also
What an incredible and beautiful beast of a truck. A true masterpiece!
Thank you for letting us see your home. Absolutely amazing. Perfectly built for what you haul. Good thing you deliver to airports, you need an airport to turn around. Or else you be stuck doing a 3,000 point turn with 1,500 pull-ups. God bless she is gorgeous. I’m sure she will last you forever. 🇺🇸💪🏼
Omg the only thing its missing is a two in one washer/ dryer! It's a condo! Such a cool rig. Congrats to the Smith's!
Yep. Just as nice as that high end 5th wheel camper in the video. Looks like a DRV Mobile Suites, could be a LUXE as well. But the ultimate is Spacecraft RVs, and New Horizons.
Coolest Couple.....Humble folks !
Should make another video of them on the everyday life on the road.
Cheers from Compton CA.
mrhookups that would be cool to profile!
What a nice and big beautiful Semi truck! And Bright Bee yellow color too and nice big beefy tires and rims etc
I love how his truck honors they’re family
That’s what I plan to do
My trucks will be named after my uncle
Who passed
He was a truck driver for over 30 yrs
Great interview
Thank you for. Sharing
This is very interesting. I love that they are adding comfort to the trucking experience. More and more freight haulers are necessary in order to provide goods and services that we love and enjoy every single day. It's nice to know that the job doesn't have to suck all of the time.
Wow that’s simply stunning. Our English trucks have nothing on these. I remember the daf 500 that had a Cummins engine in it with twin eminox stack pipes. Sounded awesome. Amazing piece of engineering.
You don't have roads in the UK or Europe that can handle the turning circle of this tractor alone plus the legal requirements so these monsters will never been seen over the pond.
We don't have monsters like this in Europe because they're ridiculously stupid.
Sorta cool but stupid.
This truck shines bright like a diamond.
Thank you so much for showing the World the most brilliant, elegant truck ever built!!!! ROLL ON 18 WHEELER, ROLL ON!!!
10 wheeler...
@@Neseri2de 18 all day long
That is 1 Beautiful truck! Congratulations to the new owner 👍🏼🤙🏼
Besides all the obvious cool stuff I was impressed with the full cowl over the rear axles - more truckers should do this, it shows respect for their fellow motorists
more LIKE VAINTY ! #show off that not a working truck...
@@ginaturnabul1947 we are a working truck since this video was taken we have done 416k miles hauling jet engines in 48 states.
It's not always practical. Try getting a set of chains on that truck when winter closes in and mountain passes require them. Of course that's not what this truck is for, they take winters off. But not every truck can have tight fitting rear wheel fenders like that. Mine has quarter fenders and mud flaps, which leave plenty of room when I need to stop and chain up.
@@ChrisSmith-ec1ju How's it been for that 416k miles? Are you pleased?
@@erikdevries9208 hello, because of what we haul the companies do not want us putting chains on, when you have a 5 million dollar engine and sometimes 75 million they want you to wait till the roads get clear. We do work some of winter and we have only once had to park due to chain law but it was only for 5 hours.
Amazing design. Beautiful work for the rig. Intelligent setup with minimal space. And the people are just awesome. I know they they are running jet engines, but the thing that scares me would be the weight and fuel consumption. Still, it really is a gorgeous rig.
Beautiful truck for a beautiful couple. Please tell them thank you for showing us their truck.
Juan Garcia thank you for watching, you already thanked them.
I love how ppl in the comments have no clue what they're talking about. This man hauls short , light loads, that are extremely important and expensive. Usually aeronautical cargo. He don't use a 53' trailer. And doesn't do many runs. Cause he gets paid handsomely.
sure because you book all his loads...right......idiot!
@@Jv-fn5xg he ain't never booked unloading his life he's just an idiot
@@Jv-fn5xg you are absolutely correct my friend
how dose one aquire such loads? I want a truck like this.
@@Jv-fn5xg I’m dead💀💀💀💀😂😂😂😂
Legend says that sleeper is still inching out of the garage to this day!
All that extras will not affect performance and fuel consumption...... Mahahaha.
Does anybody really give a f***
This is a dream come true ... what an awesome truck. So very beautiful ... would be a lifedream to drive (not even considering to own). Thanks for sharing this sight ....👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋
She is a beauty I can just imagine myself cruising cross country in that rig
Facts yo
This is the difference between trucks who have to work and trucker who want to work.
These folks probably do it for the love not the check.
Like the rig,just not the paint job
Gcal1956 Yes . Bit they have to make a butt load of money to pay for this showboat . I drove for 30 years , and it is for the love of the paycheck .
@@adorabledeplorable5105 Yes and no, as they can live in this and not need a house
All you people are just so stupid with your expert comments,your assuming things,but you just make an ass of yourself,not me.
If you listened to the whole vid, you would know all they haul are aircraft engines,
that truck is NICE! congrats to the owners. I love all the lights on it.
Beeeeautiful, makes the little green monster come out!!
The driver and passenger seats look really comfortable. Beautiful.
It's huge. As a kid I wanted to drive this. As an adult I hate driving.
Surfmus I don’t get why ppl hate driving. It’s better than any other way to get around. just seems like ppl who hate to drive are the ppl who are arrogant. It’s some thing that has to be done. Quit bitching about it and repurpose that time. Think/meditate, talk, listen to that book you want to read. Everything you do doesn’t have to be a complaint... seriously. Deal with it.
Surfmus I HATE DRIVING TOO. I've always disliked having to drive. I am with you COMPLETELY. I do it though , I have been doing it for over 30 years . It's just something you have to do to get from one place to another , for work , etc.
There is nothing to say you have to like it though. What's to like about it.
I never "bitch" about it though , and , like you I am definitely NOT arrogant . (I think the moron / troll has got that the wrong way . It would be arrogant if you were constantly saying how much you like driving) I reckon the moron should "repurpose his time" LOL and meditate , listen , read a book and learn to understand some people like some things , some don't like some things.
Nothing quite like real dumbass ignorance .
I wanted to drive as a kid and I got my wish, I've been trucking for 37 years this Nov. It's the trucking industry I come to dislike, a lot.
Be safe out there. 😎👍
@@ToshyXx me neither I absolutely love to drive. By the time I turned 21 I had at little more than 1 millon miles under my belt. I would rather drive any day of the week than anything else. After I got hit by a drunk driver 11 year's ago and split my head wide open and broke 6 in my neck and 15 in my back. But I still love to drive and probably always will.
@@cntslesfabrication i love to drive, glad i dont because i sold my car and live in nyc where i dont have to. no maintenence, insurance, gas, or DUI's
That's one hell of a wheelbase!! Like you say though, perfect for what they need it for. Beautiful looking truck! A real piece of art.
0:21 I was waiting for it to transform into an Autobot 🔥😅🤣
I would definitely go back to my OTR career if this was my rig!
My dad drove all his life. The junk they put you guys in is awful such a hard life out on the road.
I'm in love with that Banana, lol.
Glad to see its a manual transmission and what a beautiful machine.
Something like this would come in automatic?
@@sgtpepper6379 your choice of auto or manual.
What a unique couple with a beautiful truck and story. Great videos brother, keep ‘em coming!
Awesome folks all around.. great color of truck.
I’ve been driving semi’s since 1996. This is beautiful, not practical but very nice.
Id like this more than an rv when i get to the fuddy duddy stage.
Hell why not go big or go home
Most guys i know with these pull mostly 35 ton rgn trailers or 45 to 48 foot spread axle vans or reefers.
@@anasalhomsi5501
Why not go big and go home all at once?
You only need to move from the drivers seat to 10 feet in the back😂😂
I'm no driver, but I think this is beautiful, Thanks for answering the question I had in my head, "Is that practical?, Or is it a show truck?" If it's a daily driver I would be scared that some idiot on the road would cause an accident. And how much does something like cost to insure?
Its amazing how people must comment without watching the whole video and the interview when it is all explained. Good trucking 👍
As long as your run is a straight line between abandoned airports.
Agree. Almost pointless.
And I believe this truck has its own zip code.
and hauling a trailer full of pillows.
Just goes to show how STUPID you guys are. It is used to haul oversized loads. See the flashing lights on top, they are there so you can see him coming down the road.
Needs more lights
@@almilhouse9059 you need to put the phone in your glovebox and watch the road and then other vehicles.
Now That's Trucking ❗👍
That is a Sweet Ride I am a Retired Diesel Mechanic and I can say that is a Beautiful Ride all thou it is probably a bugger to work on it is still a Nice Truck Love it.
I love it there's nothing like a peterbuilt to me I miss mine I cry sometimes cause I can't drive one anymore I got hurt unloading my truck in 2004 now I got more screws an bolts than that Pete y'all are lucky to have you earned it an God bless an happy trails 🔫💪🇺🇸
Cool build, would love to see this Rig in action...🙂🙂🙂
Love the sound of the engine ... and I'm not even a driver....LOL !!
Excellent craftsmanship. It’s totally amazing. I’d be a slave to it keeping it perfect. Michigan
I wish the Smiths a lot of safe miles and also a lot
of jet engines to haul !!
I believe this is the most comfortable truck on the world!!
Its a damn nice truck!!
I like those seats! This is a beautiful truck!
That is the most amazing truck I have every seen ! Simply beautiful ! Safe travels to y'all !
What a lovely couple. I love the truck have elements of his family. Godspeed!
Congrats to the owners and Peterbuilt for making their dreams come true.
Everybody talking about interior outdated. Lol I don't recall the 60s having a fold out flat screen and LED lighting. Nice truck. Congrats Mr and Mrs Smith.
besides that it is OUTDATED.
Awesome! Congratulations!
Thanks for sharing.
The Driver and Passenger Seat look really comfortable.
If I'm gonna drop all that money into this truck, I'm gonna get the most soft and most lumbar supporting seat.
Driving 10+ hours day, I wouldn't want a busted back.
This is what "Made in U.S.A." looks like...
What, ridiculous and unnecessary, you mean?
@@angelogandolfo6374 Jealous.
and this is an uneducated response to a successful group of elite trucking individuals
@@angelogandolfo6374 why would you say this without having a clue to the use of the kind of equipment! This is like trying to insult the cruise ship line for creating ships like the "Symphony of the Sea, Harmony of the Sea, or Allure of the Sea" when you have no clue to the use or demands of such equipment!
Dream truck , regular sleepers are obsolete
The whole truck is beautiful its a house on wheels and God Bless the guy who owns that Peterbelt
GOD BLESS PETERBILT TRUCKS! A FIFTH WHEEL SO SHINNY YOU WOULD THINK TWICE OF HITCHING THIS TO ANY TRAILER!
Divorced wife: don’t you ever come back!! have fun sleeping somewhere tonight.
Guy with this truck: meh
If someone got divorced and can offer this he was basically a millionaire
How old is .this truck and the name of it
Valera Gliad this is a dream for most people and I ain’t gonna this truck is sexy
@@mannygeorge6274 it will only take half of Montana to turn the damn thing around
Manny George it’s a 2020
Absolutely gorgeous cab!!
Thank you for letting us see this truck
These babies should be in mass production, it's soooooooooooo beautiful,
Thank you
Love the mud flap placement on this unit
There is nothing Like taking the house with you on Your Travels ! LOL
until you need repairs, then you cant live in it while its in the shop. You be homeless when its in the shop for maintenance.
*To complete the picture, how about a Swift Trucking trailer connected? Maybe also hung up on a RR crossing.*
🤣🤣🤣
Sal Vastola
That’s funny...and a bad day.
@Sal Vastola
Lol i was gonna say, theres this little bridge down carolina way....😂😂
Thank god for a new one the other day, it was quite a dry spell.
No need to shout. We get it.
@Sal Vastola..... and it will be "waiting" for a Lonnnng time before this and other Southern Pride rigs show up in the territory and on raods where "11' 8" underpasses" exist.
I’ve never seen a cab this large! Amazable!
Now thats STREEEEEEETCHIN your Peter to impress the ladies! lol
peter who????
That sure as fuck is one big Peter, lol
dingdong
J- Man it impress the lot lizards
@@stevenherrold5955 PETER DONGKLAGE!. 😉😉🤔😂😂😂
Man the inside interior is amazing I rather drive a truck than a rv
Way too many coincidences with me guys. I grew up in san jose ca and now live in az and am a trucker. Stay safe gorgeous rig
Hi pls I was to learn how to drive a truck
@@MzMata plenty of schools will teach you there are always companies looking for drivers
I grew up in SJ where did you live
@Hello Darren how are you doing
No words for how awesome that is