Spec Showdown
Freightliner M2 106 vs Kenworth T270 / T370
The Freightliner M2 106 and Kenworth T270 / T370 are both Class 6–7 medium-duty trucks aimed at utility. Freightliner M2 106: The do-everything medium-duty workhorse. Kenworth T270 / T370: The versatile medium-duty conventional that did a little of everything. Our catalog lists 20 shared wear-part categories for both platforms — confirm exact fitment with Mike before ordering.
| Spec |  Freightliner M2 106 |  Kenworth T270 / T370 |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Daimler Truck North America | PACCAR |
| Body type | Medium-Duty | Medium-Duty |
| Class | 6, 7 | 6, 7 |
| Production | 2002–present | 2008–2021 |
| Rating | 25,000–33,000 lb GVWR | Up to 66,000 lb GVWR |
| Power | 200–350 hp | Up to 380 hp |
| Engine options | Cummins B6.7, Cummins L9, Detroit DD8 | PACCAR PX-7, PACCAR PX-9 |
| Typical jobs | Delivery, Utility, Beverage, Tow | Pickup & delivery, Municipal, Utility, Towing |
| Common parts overlap | 20 shared categories: Brakes & Wheel End, Air System, Filtration, Electrical & Lighting +5 more | |