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SLEEPER cabs will be available on Mercedes-Benz 7.5-tonne 814 and 11-tonne 1114 4x2 rigids from January 1985. All 1114 models will be offered in sleeper form, while the 814 can be specified with a sleeper cab on all chassis except the 3.15m (124in) wheelbase version.
Double bunks are fitted as standard. Both beds measure 1,830mm (7 2in) by 600mm (24in). The LN2 cab roof is raised by 178mm (7in) to give sufficient headroom above the bunks, and an opening roof vent is fitted.
As in the Mercedes M and Lcab heavy lorries, the bunks are fully upholstered and trimmed to match the seats. The upper bunk folds down against the rear bulkhead when not in use. Curtains are provided as are webbing supports to restrain items carried in the sleeping area. , Chassis-cab unladen weights are increased by approximately 200kg (4cwt), while the sleeper extension adds 650mm (25.6in) to the depth of the cab.
Body length is effectively reduced by approximately 1,230mm (3ft 9in) if precise front-rear weight distribution is to be maintained at the plated gross weight with a uniformly distributed payload.