SPECIFICATION
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MODEL Mercedes-Benz 3229K 8x4 tipper chassis with day cab.
GVW: 32.00 tonnes.
MANUFACRJRER: Mercedes-Benz UK, Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK16 8BA.
ENGINE: Mercedes-Benz 0M442 naturally aspirated direct-injection diesel.
Cylinders: Eight in vee configuration.Capacity: 15.08 litres. Compression ratio: 14.4:1. Maximum power: 229hp (218kW) at 2.100rpm. Maximum torque: 820161t (1,112Nm) at 1,000-1,600rprn.
TRANSMISSION: Mercedes-Benz G125 16/14 16-speed synchromesh range-change splifter box with 430mm-diameter single dry-plate clutch. BRAKING SYSTEM: Full-air, dual-circuit with load sensing on drive axles. Parking: Spring brakes on both drive axles.
STEERING: Recirculating ball with hydraulic power assistance.
CHASSIS: Ladder type high-tensile steel frame with inside flitch and rivetted cross members.
Suspension: Parabolic spring at front and two spring rear bogie. Anti-roll bars fitted to both front steer and rear drive axles.
Wheelbase: 5.95m.
Wheels and tyres: 11R 22.5 tyres on 7.5x22.5 steel rims. Fuel tank: 200 litres.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 24V, 2x135Ah batteries. Generator: 55A alternator.