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Axor is ready for a 20-tonne payload

27th April 2006, Page 9
27th April 2006
Page 9
Page 9, 27th April 2006 — Axor is ready for a 20-tonne payload
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THE NEW Mercedes-Benz 8x4 Axor 3240K is said to offer a full 20-tonne payload potential. At 9,180kg it is a tonne lighter than the Actros equivalent, and M-B has kept true to the Axor philosophy of having a more manual approach for the driver.

'the manual transmission in this case is the 16-speed overdrive, concentrating on onroad performance rather than off-road, which allows a top speed at 56mph below 1.500rpm. The Euro-3 12-litre version on the stand is rated at 40 I hp with 2,000Nm peak torque. Other options include 350 and 428hp engines which are offering 1,850 and 2,100Nm respectively.

Its hub-reduction rear bogie has steel-spring suspension. Shielded disc brakes are fitted all rouncLand a two-stage engine braking system is standard. The show model features an extended day cab and Edbro tipping gear.

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