PACCAR Inc (PCAR) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 1.42
Is PACCAR Inc’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
PACCAR Inc's quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.42 is 37% below its 5-year average of 2.24, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.42–2.52).
The quick ratio (acid-test) for PACCAR Inc (PCAR) is 1.42 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 26.61% (1.94).
PCAR Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
PCAR Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
PCAR Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
PCAR Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
1.42
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
1.94
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
2.13
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
2.24
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
2.32
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
2.29
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
2.19
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-26.61%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-33.49%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-36.56%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-38.86%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-37.89%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-35.15%
PCAR Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PACCAR Inc (PCAR) | — | 1.42 | 1.94 | 2.13 | 2.24 |
| Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) | $62.17B | 3.61 | 2.65 | 2.61 | 3.23 |
| Fastenal Company (FAST) | $52.90B | 2.41 | 2.34 | 2.19 | 2.10 |
| AMETEK, Inc. (AME) | $51.06B | 0.67 | 0.71 | 0.74 | 0.94 |
| Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK) | $49.11B | 0.77 | 0.74 | 0.81 | 0.86 |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (ODFL) | $48.96B | 1.44 | 1.39 | 1.66 | 2.16 |
| Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) | $72.19B | 0.89 | 0.94 | 0.95 | 1.20 |
| Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) | $76.94B | 0.65 | 1.02 | 1.32 | 1.25 |
| 3M Company (MMM) | $81.79B | 1.33 | 1.21 | 1.05 | 1.12 |
| Axon Enterprise, Inc. (AXON) | $36.97B | 2.29 | 1.75 | 2.24 | 2.47 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
1.42
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
1.70
Includes inventory
PACCAR Inc Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Formula & Definition
Quick Ratio = (Current Assets − Inventory) / Current Liabilities
The quick ratio is a stricter liquidity measure that excludes inventory, showing the ability to meet short-term obligations with the most liquid assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
PACCAR Inc Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for PACCAR Inc (PCAR)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for PCAR stock is 1.42.
- Is PACCAR Inc's quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- PACCAR Inc's quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.42 is 37% below its 5-year average of 2.24, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.42–2.52).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for PACCAR Inc (PCAR)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for PCAR stock is 1.94.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for PACCAR Inc (PCAR)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for PCAR stock is 2.13.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for PACCAR Inc (PCAR)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for PCAR stock is 2.24.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for PACCAR Inc (PCAR)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for PCAR stock is 2.32.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for PACCAR Inc (PCAR)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for PCAR stock is 2.29.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for PACCAR Inc (PCAR)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for PCAR stock is 2.19.
PACCAR Inc Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.42 |
| 2024-12-31 | 2.45 |
| 2023-12-31 | 2.30 |
| 2022-12-31 | 2.37 |
| 2021-12-31 | 2.37 |
| 2020-12-31 | 2.52 |
| 2019-12-31 | 2.27 |
| 2018-12-31 | 2.26 |
| 2017-12-31 | 2.42 |
| 2016-12-31 | 2.66 |
| 2015-12-31 | 2.51 |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.42 |
| 2013-12-31 | 2.49 |
| 2012-12-31 | 2.10 |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.73 |
| 2010-12-31 | 2.29 |
| 2009-12-31 | 2.14 |
| 2008-12-31 | 2.03 |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.80 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.68 |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.75 |
| 2004-12-31 | 3.90 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.88 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.91 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.92 |
| 2000-12-31 | 1.78 |
| 1999-12-31 | 1.65 |
| 1998-12-31 | 1.58 |
| 1997-12-31 | 1.79 |
| 1996-12-31 | 2.71 |
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About PACCAR Inc
PACCAR Inc is a global leader specializing in the design, production, and distribution of commercial trucks, covering light, medium, and heavy-duty classes. Its market reach extends across the United States, Europe, Mexico, South America, Australia, and other international territories. The company's operations are divided into three principal segments: Truck, Parts, and Financial Services. The Truck division focuses on engineering, manufacturing, and supplying vehicles tailored for both long-distance highway travel and challenging off-highway applications, primarily for hauling commercial and consumer goods. These vehicles are sold worldwide through an expansive network of independent dealerships, prominently featuring the Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF brands. The Parts segment is dedicated to supplying aftermarket components for its trucks and associated commercial vehicles. Through its Financial Services arm, which encompasses full-service leasing under the PacLease trademark, PACCAR offers a wide array of financing and leasing products to both its customers and its dealer network. This segment also delivers equipment financing and administrative assistance to its franchisees. It provides retail loans and leasing options to a diverse clientele, including small, medium, and large commercial trucking firms, independent owner-operators, and various other businesses. Additionally, it facilitates truck inventory financing for independent dealers and directly extends loans and leases to customers for purchasing trucks and related equipment. Beyond its core truck business, PACCAR also fabricates and markets industrial winches under the Braden, Carco, and Gearmatic labels. Established in 1905, PACCAR Inc's corporate headquarters are situated in Bellevue, Washington.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Industrial - Machinery
- CEO
- R. Preston Feight