2004 Sterling L8500 Guide Rail Post Pounding Truck

🚛 2004 Sterling L8500 Guide Rail Post Pounding Truck 📋 Vehicle Information Year: 2004 Make: Sterling Model: L8500 VIN: 1FD0X5GYXKED88621 Engine: 6-Cylinder, 415 Cu. In. Transmission: Automatic Mileage: 119,374 Miles 📝 Description 2004 Sterling L8500 medium-duty truck configured as a guide rail post pounding unit used in PennDOT maintenance operations. The truck is equipped with a rear-mounted hydraulic post driver designed for installing guide rail and barrier posts along roadways. The unit features a heavy-duty chassis and specialized post pounding equipment mounted behind the cab. The vehicle has an engine-related cooling system issue and should be considered a repairable unit or parts vehicle. Truck is capable of moving around the lot under its own power. 🔧 Features & Equipment 6-Cylinder Engine (415 Cu. In.) Automatic Transmission Rear-Mounted Hydraulic Post Pounding Equipment Guide Rail Installation Configuration Heavy-Duty Commercial Chassis Vertical Exhaust Stack Dual Rear Wheels Hydraulic Operating Components 📏 Specifications Engine: 6-Cylinder, 415 Cu. In. Transmission: Automatic Odometer: 119,374 Miles Vehicle Type: Guide Rail Post Pounding Truck ⚠️ Condition Notes Mechanical Engine failure reported Coolant leaking externally from engine Coolant leak observed from cylinder head area Vehicle is lot drive only Repairs will be required before road service Post Driving Equipment Rear-mounted post pounding assembly present Operational condition of auxiliary hydraulic equipment unknown Buyers should inspect all specialized equipment prior to bidding Exterior Normal wear and tear consistent with age and use Surface rust present Scratches, paint wear, and cosmetic blemishes throughout Interior Interior shows average wear consistent with mileage and service use Body & Chassis Specialized guide rail installation equipment mounted behind cab Vehicle shows average wear for age and usage 👀 Visual Observations Based on the provided photo: Yellow Sterling L8500 cab and chassis configuration Rear-mounted guide rail post pounding apparatus Specialized hydraulic installation equipment present behind cab Heavy-duty commercial truck configuration for roadway maintenance operations Surface rust and paint wear visible on equipment components Tires were mounted and inflated at time of inspection Typical appearance of a fleet-maintained PennDOT specialty vehicle 📌 Important Auction Information 🚨 ENGINE FAILURE REPORTED 🚨 COOLANT LEAK FROM CYLINDER HEAD AREA 🚨 SPECIALIZED GUIDE RAIL POST POUNDING EQUIPMENT INCLUDED 🚨 AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT OPERATIONAL CONDITION UNKNOWN 🚨 LOT DRIVES ONLY 🚨 SOLD AS-IS, WHERE-IS Buyers are encouraged to inspect the vehicle and all specialized post driving equipment prior to bidding. Removal, loading, transportation, repairs, and all associated costs are the responsibility of the purchaser. PennDOT PennDOT