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The Predator is a custom cab/chassis built by KME. It is the sister model/heavier-duty variant of the KME Panther.

The Predator Severe Service is a truck with a Predator cab and a Severe Service chassis.

Production & History[]

The Predator was introduced in the mid-to-late 2000s, with a redesign around 2012/2013.

In the early 2020s, the Predator chassis was redesigned following Spartan's introduction of the new FC-94 chassis. The new Predator cab is now based on a Spartan Gladiator with KME front fascia styling.

Specifications:[]

  • 57500 lbs. Single Axle GVWR
  • 84000 lbs. Tandem Axle GVWR
  • 45 degree cramp angle
  • 100" cab width
  • Heavy duty chassis

Variations:[]

  • Cummins L9, X12 or X15 engine
  • 330-600 HP
  • Flat Roof, 10”, 16” and 22” raised roof 
  • XMFD (62.5"), LFD (74.5"), XLFD (82.5") cab length
    • Split-Tilt "ST" model introduced in 2019, modeled after FDNY KME pumpers
  • 4x2, 4x4, 6x4 and 6x6 axle arrangements
  • Severe Service chassis
    • 57500 lbs. Single Axle GVWR
    • 84000 lbs. Tandem GVWR

External links[]

KME Predator

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