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19th April 2001, Page 29
19th April 2001
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Low-powered tractive units flu an important niche in the ma transport scene. Most new 75s are bought by large fleets for operation at about 28 tonnes where they offer a big] power-to-weight ratio. Fleets tend to operate them over at least five years during which time they typically dock up a high mileage. As many have had some form of contract maintenance package they ar. well maintained niechanicAll, although they may begin to look their age at the end of their first life. Most come witl a sleeper cab, and air suspension is an option for the drive axle. Second-hand 75s are not in great demand so they're easy to find. Despite this model's recall history (set page 25) its overall image is one of reliability. The operators we interviewed reported only two serious faults: damage to cylinder heads on the earlier 8.9-litre engines (the later 9.2-litre un uses a different head design E shouldn't suffer the same fate); and the cooling fan failure which, if not picked tri early, could have longer-term implication for an engine's integrity. A wide torque band makes the engine very flexibl and with a nine-speed synchromesh box a 75 shouk be an easy vehicle for anyone to drive. All in all the 75CF could be an inexpensive, competent buy—if you are aware of its

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