SnowRunner Truck List: Every Base Game Truck Ranked

How This Ranking Works

Choosing a truck means balancing hauling capacity, fuel range, and terrain. This SnowRunner truck list ranks 41 non-DLC vehicles, from highway rigs with limited off-road capability to versatile heavy haulers. Use it to decide what to buy first, what to keep, and what to sell once something better unlocks.

A few things shape the order:

• Scouts serve a different role. Most scouts offer less hauling utility than full-size trucks, but the Tatarin and Loadstar rank above plenty of cargo haulers.
• Fuel range matters. Both ANK variants combine high fuel consumption with 200 L tanks, making refueling an important part of using them.
• Some trucks depend on upgrades found elsewhere. The GMC MH9500, Western Star 6900 TwinSteer and Azov 73210 are ranked as if you have their key upgrades. Without them, they fall hard.
• AWD and diff lock are huge. The Ford CLT9000 and International Transtar 4070A lack both, which limits their performance away from firm roads.

Top 10: Trucks Worth Building a Fleet Around

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Rank	Truck	Why it ranks here
1	Azov 73210	Active suspension from Amur earns it the top spot here; without that upgrade, it sits closer to rank 5–6
2	Tayga 6436	Fast, stable, great rock crawler with excellent turning radius. Pair a crane with the saddle low and a step-deck semi-trailer. Burns more fuel than average and can't run crane plus flatbed
3	Azov 64131	An excellent beginner truck. Very stable, one of the most fuel-efficient trucks, 350 L tank. Very slow, poor turning radius, no crane bed and trailer combo
4	Caterpillar 745C	Stable and capable, with a flatbed, trailer hitch, saddle high and snorkel. Heavy trailers can lean badly, and running in low with diff lock increases fuel use
5	Voron Grad	Stable, fast, 330 L tank, switchable AWD and diff lock for long trips. Fewer add-ons than the other Vorons and no crane bed and trailer combo
6	Voron AE-4380	More capable and stable than the D, always-on AWD and diff lock, broad add-on selection. Smaller tank, so watch the gauge
7	Voron D-53233	Fast, good clearance and pulling power, works in DLC regions too. Less stable than the other Vorons
8	KOLOB 74760	Saddle high only, but huge pulling power, very stable, 380 L tank, always-on AWD and diff lock
9	KOLOB 74941	Same strengths as its sibling with a 340 L tank and switchable AWD and diff lock
10	DAN 96320	Reliable rather than flashy. Works well with saddle low and some saddle high trailers, big tank, good stability. Active suspension unlocks in Maine

The KOLOBs and the DAN have grown more useful as semi-trailer options expanded. You can now log with semi-trailers, and the Heavy Fuel Tanker Semi-Trailer carries 5,000 L and can be bought at the Trailer Store, so a strong saddle truck does far more than it used to.

For the Tayga 6436 or Voron Grad, run a crane plus saddle low and hook up the step-deck semi-trailer to move large loads in one run.

Ranks 11–20: Strong Specialists and Great Scouts

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Rank	Truck	Why it ranks here
11	Azov 5319	Strong off-roader that moves quickly through mud with a high-range gearbox, stable, broad add-on selection, supports crane bed and trailer combo. Only a 200 L tank and above-average thirst
12	TUZ 420 Tatarin	Exceptional mud traction, very stable, can pull heavy trucks out of trouble. 300 L tank plus 120 L on the roof rack, but high fuel use, low clearance, no snorkel and no trailers
13	Western Star 6900 TwinSteer	Four-slot fixed bed, 63-inch tires, strong mud performance once the AWD upgrade from Kola Peninsula is fitted. Tips easily, very thirsty, can't change add-ons or tow trailers
14	White Western Star 4964	Stable early workhorse. Handles logging and overloading, 300 L tank, still useful in DLC regions. No crane bed and trailer combo
15	International Paystar 5070	Available from the start and strong early. Mud and OHD tires, good clearance, crane bed and trailer combo. 240 L tank and it can tip
16	Freightliner 114SD	Versatile workhorse with a 300 L tank, switchable AWD and diff lock, crane bed and trailer combo. Modest power-to-weight ratio
17	Azov 42-20 Antarctic	Very capable in deep mud, 340 L tank, sideboard and long logs add-ons. Tippy and situational. Use low+ with diff lock for difficult stretches
18	GMC MH9500	Limited stock, much more capable with its AWD upgrade from Kola Peninsula. 240 L tank, crane bed and trailer combo, risky for logging
19	International Loadstar 1700	Fast, capable and great with scout trailers. Higher fuel use than other scouts, with only 60 L extra in the pickup add-on
20	Step 310E	Effective with a crane and saddle low. Small tires and limited clearance, so avoid really deep mud

The Azov 5319 gained more flexibility in Patch 42: trailers can now be attached with the minicrane plus sideboard or van body combinations, and fenders and mudguards are removable. Plan refueling stops around its 200 L tank.

Ranks 21–30: Situational Haulers and Early Workhorses

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Rank	Truck	Why it ranks here
21	Pacific P16	Excellent mud traction, always-on diff lock, big tank, high saddle placement. No AWD, so bumpy, rocky ground presents problems
22	ANK MK38	Great in mud with big tires and strong power-to-weight, but locked to its sideboard bed, not very stable and very thirsty on a 200 L tank
23	ANK MK38 Civilian	Alternative add-ons include saddle low, saddle high, fuel and water tanks, van body and hydrolift saddle. Same fuel problem
24	Pacific P12	350 L tank, always-on diff lock, switchable AWD, OHD tires, high saddle placement
25	Freightliner M916A1	Compact, maneuverable semi-trailer hauler. Avoid extremely deep mud
26	YAR 87	Capable scout with good tires, effective scout-trailer towing and a 110 L tank
27	Derry Longhorn 3194	370 L tank, always-on AWD and diff lock, moderate fuel use. Limited performance with heavy trailers in deep mud and a large turning radius
28	Royal BM17	Aggressive and fast, but tippy and has no diff lock. Deep mud limits its otherwise useful off-road performance
29	ZiKZ 5368	4x4 with decent mud performance and stability, good turning radius, small tank. Works with a saddle low trailer; avoid heavy long-log loads
30	Fleetstar F2070A	Early workhorse with lots of add-ons and crane bed and trailer combo. Limited clearance and stability become more noticeable later

Patch 43.0 expanded the Pacific P12's equipment options: Flatbed, Sideboard Bed and the SLEI-64 Loading Crane are now properly supported. Both the P12 and P16 also gained two new engines, the Westline V16 M2300 and Westline V16 M2450. Revisit the P12's customization menu if you previously used it only for logging or support.

Ranks 31–41: Trucks You'll Outgrow Fast

Rank	Truck	Why it ranks here
31	Caterpillar CT680	Average fuel use and broad add-on compatibility, but stiff suspension and low clearance make rough ground difficult
32	Derry Longhorn 4520	400 L tank and a steerable rear axle for maneuverability, but limited performance in mud and on steep climbs
33	Chevrolet Kodiak C70	Small tires, limited stability and difficulty with heavy equipment. Can't combine a crane with a sideboard bed or flatbed
34	Chevrolet CK1500	Capable starter scout with useful ground clearance once upgraded and options for carrying spare fuel
35	Scout 800	Roof rack carries spare fuel and repair parts; capable in mud or snow
36	Hummer H2	Decent stability, usable for scouting and towing scout trailers, with space for spare fuel and repair parts
37	TUZ 166	Always-on AWD and diff lock, usable in most regions, better at towing scout trailers than the DON 71
38	KHAN Lo4F	Plenty of repair parts and fuel, handy for flipping tipped trucks back onto their wheels
39	DON 71	Struggles with scout trailers, which can lift its front wheels, and can get stuck in moderate snow
40	Ford CLT9000	No AWD or diff lock; useful on firm roads but limited in mud or snow
41	International Transtar 4070A	No AWD, no diff lock and small tires. Fuel-efficient on roads, with limited off-road capability

The KHAN Lo4F got real help in Patch 41: an Expanded Trunk with Parts add-on, bigger tires, reworked default and high suspension, and a new crawler suspension. Use its supplies and compact size for support trips.

Upgrades That Change a Truck's Rank

Some base game trucks are almost two different vehicles depending on what you've found. Track these down before you judge them:

• GMC MH9500: AWD upgrade in Kola Peninsula. Without it, the truck ranks considerably lower.
• Western Star 6900 TwinSteer: AWD upgrade also in Kola Peninsula. The upgrade substantially improves its mud performance.
• Azov 73210: Active suspension unlocks in Amur. That upgrade is the difference between its top placement here and a position closer to rank 5–6.
• DAN 96320: Active suspension unlocks in Maine, though it's already capable without it.

Early on, collect the engine and raised suspension upgrades in Michigan for the Chevrolet CK1500, plus the Fleetstar's raised suspension. Fit the suspension required for larger tires before buying those tires.

Suggested Buying Order for New Players

Start with these two purchases:

1. International Paystar 5070 – available from the start, crane bed and trailer combo, mud tires once you level up.
2. Azov 64131 – stable and fuel-efficient. If the store won't sell it in North America, travel to a Russian region, buy it there and bring it back.

Choose later purchases around the equipment and fuel range your next jobs require:

• Voron AE-4380 – a fast off-road truck with always-on AWD and diff lock.
• Freightliner M916A1 – a compact, maneuverable semi-trailer hauler.
• Azov 5319 – strong in harsh terrain, with high fuel consumption and a 200 L tank.
• Voron D-53233 – a bigger tank than the AE and support for a crane, bed and trailer combination.
• Freightliner 114SD – a 300 L tank and support for a crane, bed and trailer combination.
• Voron Grad – a 330 L tank and switchable AWD for longer trips.
• KOLOB 74760 and Azov 73210 – heavy-trailer pulling power from the KOLOB, with broader equipment flexibility from the Azov.

Several achievements tie directly into your garage, so plan purchases around them:

• Victory Parade – own every Russian vehicle required by the base-game achievement.
• Stars and Stripes – own every American vehicle required by the base-game achievement.

SnowRunner has 37 Steam achievements. Get SnowRunner on Steam to start building your fleet.

FAQ

What is the best base game truck in SnowRunner?

The Azov 73210 takes the top spot in this ranking with active suspension from Amur. Without that upgrade, it sits closer to rank 5–6.

What's the best truck for beginners?

The Azov 64131 is a strong beginner choice. It's stable, extremely fuel-efficient and carries 350 L of fuel. Just expect it to be slow.

Are scouts worth buying?

Yes. Use the TUZ 420 Tatarin for difficult scouting and vehicle recovery, and the International Loadstar 1700 or YAR 87 for scout-trailer towing. The Tatarin cannot attach trailers, so choose another scout for trailer delivery tasks.