Exhibits
The Iowa 80 Trucking Museum collection was started by Iowa 80 Truckstop founder, Bill Moon. Bill Moon had a passion for trucks and was always looking for a new truck or trucking artifacts to add to his collection. There are now over 100 antique trucks on display in the museum. We also have 304 original petroliana signs and 24 vintage gas pumps.
Featured
Truck of the Month
- Velie Motor Corporation was founded in 1908 by Moline-native Willard Velie, grandson of John Deere.
- This truck was originally used in Silver City, New Mexico by T.C. Watkins to haul mining equipment.
- The truck has had much use as evidenced by the repaired and braced frame. The engine mounts have even worn into the frame.
- This is one of only five Velie trucks known to still exist.
- It's solid rubber tires weigh 700 pounds each.
- Part of the original Velie factory is still standing in Moline, IL.
- Many heavy trucks like this one were shipped to Europe by the Army during World War I.
Other Exhibits on Display
- Cummins ISX Engine
- NH-250 Cummins Cutaway
- Knox 5th Wheel and Radiator
- Bill Moon Tribute
- Hall Scott Engine
- Antique Gas Pumps
- Antique Metal Signs
- Vintage Transportation Related Toys
