International Paystar

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International PayStar
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2015 International Paystar (third generation)
Overview
Manufacturer International Harvester (1972–1986)
Navistar International (1987–2017)
Production1973–2017
Body and chassis
Class Severe Service Conventional
Chronology
Predecessor International R-Series medium-duty
Successor HX Series

The International Paystar (also known as 5000e and PayStar) is a series of trucks that was manufactured by International Harvester and its successor, Navistar International. Produced from 1973 to 2017 across three generations, the Paystar replaced the long-running 210/230 and M-series. Developed for both on and off-road use, the Paystar was the largest commercially-marketed product range sold by International, intended for vocational applications (primarily construction-related). For 2017, the Paystar underwent a substantial redesign, becoming the International HX series.

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History

The PayStar was introduced by International Harvester in January 1972 as a construction-specific version of the conventional Transtar.

From 1972 through 1980, it was offered in two ranges: the 5050 with mid-range engines and the 5070 with heavy duty engines. Available in 4×4, 6×4, and 6×6 configurations [a] , they were usually straight trucks but most offered trailer brake options. Semi tractors were also available.

1972-1986 models

Table covers the 1972-1974 Paystar range.

Model [1] Max. front GAWR [b] Max. rear GAWRMax. GVWR [c] Engine [d] Trans
5050 4x418,000 lb (8,200 kg)23,000 lb (10,000 kg)41,000 lb (19,000 kg)320813 spd.
F5050 6x418,000 lb (8,200 kg)38,000 lb (17,000 kg)33,560 lb (15,220 kg)320813 spd.
5050 6x618,000 lb (8,200 kg)38,000 lb (17,000 kg)56,000 lb (25,000 kg)32085 spd.
5070 4x419,720 lb (8,940 kg)23,000 lb (10,000 kg)42,720 lb (19,380 kg)NTA 40013 spd.
5070 6x419,720 lb (8,940 kg)53,440 lb (24,240 kg)73,160 lb (33,180 kg)NTA-37013 spd.

The second generation trucks increased weight capacity and engine power. The plate fenders and butterfly hoods were replaced with a one-piece forward tilting hood. The 5500 had a forward front axle, the 5600 had a setback, and the 5900 was a semi tractor.

2004 models

Model [2] Max. front GAWR [b] Max. rear GAWRMax. GVWR [c] Engine [e] Trans [f]
5500 4x420,000 lb (9,100 kg)30,000 lb (14,000 kg)50,000 lb (23,000 kg)
5500 6x420,000 lb (9,100 kg)70,000 lb (32,000 kg)78,000 lb (35,000 kg)
5500 6x620,000 lb (9,100 kg)70,000 lb (32,000 kg)66,000 lb (30,000 kg)
56000 4x422,000 lb (10,000 kg)30,000 lb (14,000 kg)53,000 lb (24,000 kg)
5600 6x422,000 lb (10,000 kg)70,000 lb (32,000 kg)8,000 lb (3,600 kg)
5600 6x622,000 lb (10,000 kg)70,000 lb (32,000 kg)69,000 lb (31,000 kg)
5900 4x220,000 lb (9,100 kg)23,000 lb (10,000 kg)36,000 lb (16,000 kg)
5900 6x420,000 lb (9,100 kg)58,000 lb (26,000 kg)78,000 lb (35,000 kg)

By 2013, the PayStar was commonly a semi tractor although straight truck applications were still offered. Severe service straight truck applications were handled by the Workstar series, which offered no semi-tractors. In 2013 the PayStar is only offered as a 6×4 or 8×6 with high horsepower engines.

2013 models

Model [3] Max. front GAWR [b] Max. rear GAWRMax. GVWR [c] Engine [g] Trans [h]
5900 6x422,000 lb (10,000 kg)65,000 lb (29,000 kg)80,000 lb (36,000 kg)
5900 8x622,000 lb (10,000 kg)78,000 lb (35,000 kg) [i] 80,000 lb (36,000 kg)

Notes

  1. ↑ Number of wheels × number of powered wheels, with dual tires counted as a single wheel.
  2. 1 2 3 Gross Axle Weight Rating is the loaded weight of the axle.
  3. 1 2 3 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the loaded weight of the truck.
  4. ↑ Highest rated engine for model, Caterpillar 3208 or Cummins NT series.
  5. ↑ All models have Caterpillar or Cummins engines with up to 565 hp (421 kW).
  6. ↑ All models available with 18 spd. manual or 6 spd. automatic.
  7. ↑ All models have Cummins or International engines with up to 600 hp (450 kW)
  8. ↑ All models available with 18 spd. manual and an automatic.
  9. ↑ A tridem with three powered axles on an air suspension.

References

  1. ↑ "International Truck Specifications - Paystar". Wisconsin Historical Society. 2013. Retrieved 21 July 2014.
  2. ↑ "International 5000 Series sales brocure". International Truck and Engine. 2004. Retrieved 17 Aug 2016.
  3. ↑ "International PayStar 5900 SBA specification" (PDF). Navistar. 2013. Retrieved 17 Aug 2016.
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