Originally Posted by
Toolmaker51
Yes, ascertained 3208. If that's sought after in marine configuration, it's a serious endorsement. That is a 54k GVW flatbed, the IH a box truck, as you know. Feel lucky, armed with insight you provided. The CA emission standards made such purchases occur all over the country, likely even Mexico.
Particular IH is auto trans, wouldn't/ wasn't first choice, it's a bit of a lumbering ox. Around town, not objectionable, anxiety still for the cross country trip.
The F800 though couldn't be more different. Can't imagine ever loading to capacity, but it drives easy, just like a big car. If cars had twin axles and duals...
Don't need to replicate the Frank Fleet, with capability moving all kinds of stuff never dreamed of a few years back, at surprisingly little cost. Haven't run into on/off load issues, each stop had riggers; so far!. Just need to stay on top of logistics.