PACCAR (HAM:PAE) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jul. 26, 2026)

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HAM:PAE PACCAR Inc HAM:PAE
81 GF Score
Price €117.14
GF Value €75.89
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What is PACCAR Moat Score?

PACCAR HAM:PAE +0.39% 81 Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 26, 2026. GuruFocus rates HAM:PAE with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of €75.89. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 210 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies, PACCAR ranks better than 97.62% on this metric.

PACCAR has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

PACCAR has Narrow Moat: PACCAR Inc has a strong narrow moat due to its leading market position in the truck manufacturing industry, economies of scale, and strong brand loyalty. However, it faces competition from other global manufacturers.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes PACCAR might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

PACCAR  (HAM:PAE) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

PACCAR Moat Score Related Terms

HAM:PAE vs CNH, OSK, AGCO: Moat Score Comparison

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, PACCAR's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

PACCAR Moat Score vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry

For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, PACCAR's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where PACCAR's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
PACCAR (HAM:PAE) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jul. 26, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, PACCAR ranks #5 out of 210 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, placing it in the top 2.4%.
Is PACCAR's Moat Score too high?
PACCAR's current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, PACCAR ranks #5 out of 210 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, PACCAR has a GF Score™ of 81/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PACCAR's Moat Score compare to CNH and OSK?
According to the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry distribution chart, PACCAR ranks #5 out of 210 companies for Moat Score. This places PACCAR in the top 2% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. PACCAR's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PACCAR stock overvalued right now?
PACCAR (HAM:PAE) has a current Moat Score of 6. The stock's GF Value™ is €75.89, compared to a current price of €117.14 — trading 54.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. PACCAR's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For PACCAR (HAM:PAE), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jul. 26, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is PACCAR (HAM:PAE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PACCAR stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €117.14 is trading 54.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €75.89.

Key valuation signals for HAM:PAE:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: €75.89 vs. price of €117.14 (54.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HAM:PAE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

PACCAR Business Description

Address 777 - 106th Avenue NE, Bellevue, WA, USA, 98004
Paccar is a leading manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the premium nameplates Kenworth and Peterbilt, which are primarily sold in the Americas and Australia, and DAF, which primarily services Europe and South America. The trucks segment (74% sales) goes to market through a network of 2,200 independent dealers. Paccar maintains an internal finance subsidiary that provides retail and wholesale financing for customers and dealers (6% sales). In recent years, Paccar has aggressively expanded its parts business (20% of sales), including engines, axles, and transmissions for its own truck brands as well as independent producers. The company commands 30% of the Class 8 market share in North America and 15% of the heavy-duty market share in Europe.
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