Do not substitute the modern XL8
The 358 and XL8 are different model identities. Hino’s legacy SCR discussion names the 358, while current Canadian XL8 literature describes a separate Cummins-powered platform. Establish the actual engine, axle arrangement and transmission before using any modern specifications in a purchase assessment.
Look for a history of body changes
A used vocational chassis may outlast its first body. Inspect abandoned mounting holes, frame reinforcement, electrical splices and changes to air or hydraulic lines. Ask why equipment was changed and request drawings or invoices. Undocumented modifications can be more important than cosmetic cab wear.
Budget for the complete working vehicle
Separate chassis repairs, mounted-equipment servicing, tires and initial maintenance in the purchase budget. For equipment operated while stationary, compare engine and PTO hours with the odometer. Ask the inspector whether observed wear fits the represented application, then investigate any gaps in the record before committing to a price.
Sources and reference scope
Reviewed September 9, 2026. Manufacturer facts are tied to the edition below; inspection and purchase-planning questions are editorial guidance.
Historical EPA2010/2011 discussion explicitly identifies 258, 268, 338 and 358. Historical figures are not specifications for current L or XL trucks.
Chapters 1–3: body installation, Canadian certification context and chassis-code-specific dimensions. Sales badges alone do not identify a table column.
VIN lookup for extended emissions coverage associated with campaigns ECR-H0002-25-001 and ECR-H0002-25-002; no individual eligibility checked here.