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M ERCEDESP m kTROS 3241K Merc's offering in the straight two-way fight
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for the heavy-duty muckaway section of this year's tipper test is the Actros 3241K. In the UK construction market, the premium wide-datum cab sells in the proportion of around 30/70 compared with the Axcr. The test truck came with the standard day cab, with the seat backs tight against the rear wall, maximising the proportion of body to overall length, but leaving no storage room for anything bigger than a coat. However, the space between the seats is well used with a large storage bin and various other useful cubbies on the rear wall. The passenger-seat cushion folds up to provide a cavern on the passenger side, and if you de need even more space, the extended maxi day cab and a choice of high or low-roof sleepers are available.
The commanding driving position, with wraparound dash and gear control arm-rest, is cosy or claustrophobic depending on your view, but it means everything is in easy reach. The general feel is less WI-like than the MAN, and more like, well, a Mercedes. Primary transmission control is by that arm-rest joystick, with the various operating functions such as manoeuvring and rocking modes controlled by dash switches On the road, the shifts were smooth and well timed, with good control retained off-road. The ride felt slightly softer than the MAN, giving improved comfort around the quarry, but slightly less nimble outside. Again, it's a given that the performance from 400hp at 32 tonnes should be adequate for most needs. The ABBA Predator body comes with a neat solution to load access if needed. A full-sized eight-rung ladder lives on a simple pivot under the left side of the body, forward of the rear wheel arch. It's a moment's work to unlock it, pull it out on its shaft and pivot into position for safe and easy access.
Engine: CM501LA Euro-5 Capacity: 11.95-litre Bore/stroke: 130mmx150mrn Power: 402h p/300kW at 1,800rpm Torque: 2,0001\lm at 1,080 rpm Braking system: Drums front and rear Extra braking systems: MB constant throttle and exhaust brake Transmission: MB PowerShift G330 Off-road, 12-speed automated Final drive ratio 4.83: Rear axle: MB hub reduction, cross and cliff locks Cab spec: Standard day cab Chassis: Pressed steel ladder, TBA Wheelbase OAS): 6,450 mm Tyres and wheels: 295/80R22.5 Bridgestone M840/M279 tyres, on steel wheels Suspension Front, steel parabolic, rear inverted steel Leaf. Telescopic shock absorbers and anti-rod bars all round Fuel:tank: 300 litres, steel, AdBlue 40 litre plastic List price ichassis-cab only): C105,350 Options fitted: Powershift, C1.907: beacons, £442 Body/material: AB BA Predator, Hardox steel muckaway Tipping gear: Hyva front-end Cover sheet: Donovan 9000 Manufacturer unladen weight: 10,175kg Securityfeatures: Immobiliser