New IXO Diecast Trucks
Western Star 4900 Flames or Peterbilt 359 Tractor-Trailer?
Meet two new IXO big-rig arrivals: a larger 1:43 Western Star tractor in cream and orange, and a full 1:64 Peterbilt combination with a refrigerated trailer.
Shop the Western Star Shop the PeterbiltTwo new IXO diecast trucks have arrived with a shared cream-and-orange color story but very different collecting experiences. The 2000 Western Star 4900 TR23822 is a 1:43 truck tractor designed to command attention as a larger standalone model. The 1973 Peterbilt 359 U64TRTR002M is a true 1:64 tractor-trailer set that stretches approximately 12 inches from the front of the sleeper cab to the rear of its modern refrigerated trailer.
Because these models use different scales and configurations, this is not a simple like-for-like comparison. Instead, it is a guide to choosing between a larger cab-focused display piece and a long, complete trucking combination. Both target collectors searching for detailed IXO diecast semi trucks in the USA, but each fits a different shelf and collection strategy.
IXO TR23822: 2000 Western Star 4900 Truck Tractor 1:43
Western Star • SKU TR23822
Large-scale tractor presence with orange flame graphics
The 2000 Western Star 4900 uses a cream finish with orange flames. At 1:43 scale, the tractor measures approximately 7.75 inches long and 3.5 inches high, giving the cab and chassis more visual presence than a typical 1:64 truck.
- 1:43 scale truck tractor
- Cream body with orange flame graphics
- Real rubber tires
- Detailed interior and exterior
- Plastic display showcase included
- Approximately 7.75 × 2.5 × 3.5 inches
IXO U64TRTR002M: 1973 Peterbilt 359 with Refrigerated Trailer 1:64
Peterbilt • SKU U64TRTR002M
A complete sleeper-cab combination in true 1:64 scale
The 1973 Peterbilt 359 pairs a cream sleeper cab with orange and yellow stripes and a modern refrigerated trailer. The full combination measures approximately 12 inches long, creating a substantial horizontal display even at the smaller 1:64 scale.
- True 1:64 scale tractor-trailer
- 1973 Peterbilt 359 sleeper cab
- Modern refrigerated trailer
- Real rubber tires and chrome accents
- Full-color window box
- Approximately 12 inches overall
Western Star vs. Peterbilt: What Is the Difference?
| Feature | Western Star 4900 TR23822 | Peterbilt 359 U64TRTR002M |
|---|---|---|
| Scale | 1:43 | 1:64 |
| Configuration | Truck tractor only | Sleeper-cab tractor with refrigerated trailer |
| Finish | Cream with orange flames | Cream with orange and yellow stripes |
| Approximate size | 7.75 × 2.5 × 3.5 inches | 12 inches overall length |
| Packaging | Plastic display showcase | Full-color window box |
| Opening parts | None | None |
| Best display fit | Large tractor and 1:43 truck collections | 1:64 fleets, trailers and highway scenes |
Shared IXO Collector Features
Although the scales and configurations differ, both models include several features that make them suitable for dedicated truck displays:
Which New IXO Truck Should You Choose?
Choose the Western Star 4900 if your priority is a larger tractor with a tall, substantial cab and dramatic flame graphics. The 1:43 scale makes its body lines and painted details easier to see, while the supplied showcase gives it a ready-to-display presentation.
Choose the Peterbilt 359 set if you collect complete tractor-trailer combinations or want a model that works within a broader 1:64 fleet. Its refrigerated trailer, chrome accents and 12-inch overall length make it visually impressive without breaking the scale consistency of a 1:64 truck collection.
Choose both if your display celebrates truck design across scales. The shared cream and orange palette connects the models visually, while the difference between a tractor-only showcase model and a full trailer set keeps the arrangement varied.
Display idea: use height and length together
Place the taller 1:43 Western Star toward the rear of the shelf and position the 1:64 Peterbilt combination across the front. This lets the Western Star’s cab remain visible while the long refrigerated trailer creates a strong horizontal foreground.
Why Truck Collectors Mix 1:43 and 1:64 Scales
A large 1:43 tractor can serve as a detailed centerpiece, while 1:64 makes it easier to collect multiple cabs, trailers and full combinations. Using both scales allows collectors to enjoy close-up cab details without giving up the fleet-building possibilities of smaller trucks.
For more truck releases, read our new IXO 1:64 semi-truck guide, explore the four new DCP/First Gear truck-and-trailer models, or visit our IXO Models collector guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IXO TR23822?
TR23822 is IXO’s 1:43 scale 2000 Western Star 4900 truck tractor in cream with orange flame graphics. It measures approximately 7.75 inches long and comes in a plastic display showcase.
What is IXO U64TRTR002M?
U64TRTR002M is a true 1:64 scale 1973 Peterbilt 359 sleeper-cab tractor in cream with orange and yellow stripes, paired with a modern refrigerated trailer.
How long is the IXO Peterbilt 359 tractor-trailer?
The complete Peterbilt and refrigerated-trailer combination is listed at approximately 12 inches long.
Do these IXO truck models have opening parts?
No. The product specifications state that neither model has opening body parts.
Where can U.S. collectors buy these IXO diecast trucks?
Canadian Diecast carries both models for collectors in the United States and Canada. Check each product page for current inventory and delivery options.
Choose Your New IXO Big Rig
Larger tractor detail or a complete 1:64 highway combination?
Add one distinctive truck—or use both scales to build a more varied commercial-vehicle display.
Shop TR23822 Shop U64TRTR002MProduct availability and specifications reflect the listings at the time of publication and may change.