After alot of searching, I found this truck a little over a year ago. I am the first civilian owner after it was decommissioned. I bought it with dreams of converting it into an Overlander/Camper as a family project and taking it on road trips. But with family and work demands, I just don’t have the time and I need the space for work equipment. I want to see it go to a good home.
Price: I’m only asking $55,000. A brand new truck (cab + chassis) like this would start at $80,000. Adding a crew compartment body, adds another $130,000, bringing it to $210,000.
You can email me at: jg6805703@gmail.com if you’re interested and I will be happy to answer any questions.
This truck is a great starting point for any DIY RV Overlander build, unlike used ambulances with high mileage, built for city use and extremely dirty (if you know what I mean). Crew trucks like these are serviced monthly (whether they need it or not) ensuring excellent condition. It was built for functionality and comfort. It is rated at 25,998 GVW so no CDL is required (verify with your state). And with the features shown below, you are 90% there:
– Legendary International DT466 engine and Allison automatic transmission
– Only has 51,800 miles on it and runs great (these trucks were built to run 100,000 miles a year)!
– 8 Person Crew Seating + 2 Person Cab = 10 Person Total
– Crew Compartment Body (Access from Rear of Body, and Emergency Access Hatch from top)
– Seats are easily removed ( I have 6 seats pulled out for sleeping room )
– Body can be cut right above the tool boxes if converting to a service truck
– Air brakes, air suspension, air seats and exhaust brake
Additional specs:
– Galvannealed Steel 2″ Thick Insulated Body (R14 Insulation in Ceiling and Side Walls)
– HVAC System (Cooling 33,000 BTU, Heating 46,000 BTU)
– 8 Usable Exterior Compartments (tool boxes with lighting)
– Crew Compartment Overhead Storage & Lower Shelving for Crew Gear
– Heavy Duty Vinyl Upholstery and Retractable Seatbelts
– 2 Emergency Exit Windows
– 3 Exterior Scene Lights with Warning Light Package
– Master Disconnect Switch
– Double Panel Compartment Doors
– Stainless Steel D-Ring Handles (Lockable)
– Structural Channel Sub Frame
– Shear Plate & Spring Body Mounting
– Compartment Lighting
– Painted Steel Interior Side Walls (Body Painted to Match Cab)
– Floor coated with a rubberized coating
– Full size Spare with Storage room Under-deck
– 2 wheel chocks mounted on lower back cab
– 100 Gallon Fuel Capacity
– 4 Batteries
─ DC to AC inverter
─ Air horn
Location: Stanfield, Arizona.
Known Defects: Cosmetically only. This is a decommissioned US Forestry Truck, they took out the emergency lights, sirens, stereo/speakers in the crew cab and radios. The cabinets are scuffed/used but can be cleaned, painted, and upgraded with custom shelving. The front cab seat covers are coming un-stiched but are easily replaceable. There are a few small dings in the doors and wilderness pen-striping in the paint.
Price: I’m only asking $55,000. A brand new truck (cab + chassis) like this would start at $80,000. Adding a crew compartment body, adds another $130,000, bringing it to $210,000.
You can email me at: jg6805703@gmail.com if you’re interested and I will be happy to answer any questions.
This truck is a great starting point for any DIY RV Overlander build, unlike used ambulances with high mileage, built for city use and extremely dirty (if you know what I mean). Crew trucks like these are serviced monthly (whether they need it or not) ensuring excellent condition. It was built for functionality and comfort. It is rated at 25,998 GVW so no CDL is required (verify with your state). And with the features shown below, you are 90% there:
– Legendary International DT466 engine and Allison automatic transmission
– Only has 51,800 miles on it and runs great (these trucks were built to run 100,000 miles a year)!
– 8 Person Crew Seating + 2 Person Cab = 10 Person Total
– Crew Compartment Body (Access from Rear of Body, and Emergency Access Hatch from top)
– Seats are easily removed ( I have 6 seats pulled out for sleeping room )
– Body can be cut right above the tool boxes if converting to a service truck
– Air brakes, air suspension, air seats and exhaust brake
Additional specs:
– Galvannealed Steel 2″ Thick Insulated Body (R14 Insulation in Ceiling and Side Walls)
– HVAC System (Cooling 33,000 BTU, Heating 46,000 BTU)
– 8 Usable Exterior Compartments (tool boxes with lighting)
– Crew Compartment Overhead Storage & Lower Shelving for Crew Gear
– Heavy Duty Vinyl Upholstery and Retractable Seatbelts
– 2 Emergency Exit Windows
– 3 Exterior Scene Lights with Warning Light Package
– Master Disconnect Switch
– Double Panel Compartment Doors
– Stainless Steel D-Ring Handles (Lockable)
– Structural Channel Sub Frame
– Shear Plate & Spring Body Mounting
– Compartment Lighting
– Painted Steel Interior Side Walls (Body Painted to Match Cab)
– Floor coated with a rubberized coating
– Full size Spare with Storage room Under-deck
– 2 wheel chocks mounted on lower back cab
– 100 Gallon Fuel Capacity
– 4 Batteries
─ DC to AC inverter
─ Air horn
Location: Stanfield, Arizona.
Known Defects: Cosmetically only. This is a decommissioned US Forestry Truck, they took out the emergency lights, sirens, stereo/speakers in the crew cab and radios. The cabinets are scuffed/used but can be cleaned, painted, and upgraded with custom shelving. The front cab seat covers are coming un-stiched but are easily replaceable. There are a few small dings in the doors and wilderness pen-striping in the paint.
