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There are now more than 3,000 Daf XFs on the road, of which about 70% are 6x2s. About 6o% of XFs have the smaller Space Cab. Although the 43ohp model is the most popular choice, 48ohp models are more likely to be found with Super Space Cab models—the latest 12-litre 53ohp is taking about 5% of new XF sales. Changes in the pipeline include a light pusher axle for the 6x2, with small (7.5in) wheels that will allow larger fuel tanks to be specified—but still not as big as those for the 02 chassis. Electronic management is only available with the latest Euro-3 engines. Operators cite reliability, high residual values and whole-life operating costs. Dealer backup has also been praised. In the second-hand market, 430hp should satisfy even operators looking forward to 44-tonne operation, and 48ohp will be even better. For a living experience there are few cabs that can even pretend to match an XF with a Super Space Cab.