Vnd now, a more down-to-earth ook at the Leyland Roadrunner.
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If you've seen the TV commercial for Roadrunner you'll know Leyland re proved that their new 7.5 tonne ck can take a spot of rough treatment. t for a truck that's got to take everyrig the roads and traffic of the s can throw at it that's just not nigh.
So here are the facts that make ! Roadrunner the outstanding ck in its class.
nple but brilliant
The Roadrunner was designed from atch as a 7.5 tonne truck and as a ult all the engineering that's gone into s a model of clear, straightward design, simple but )remely efficient.
That simplicity makes it light thout sacrificing strength. It's up to D kg lighter than other 7.5 tonners and don't have to tell you what that ans in terms of carrying capacity. The adrunner will take nearly 5 tonnes dy and payload no trouble at all, azing for a truck of this overall size.
d because of the truck's more than lerous axle tolerances there's plenty illowance for uneven loading.
Superb cab access
)od news for drivers
Just because it's a tough truck doesn't an it has to be tough on the driver.
e unique cab is probably what will press you first. The compact nensions of the cab ensure; good Lnoeuvrability and give more room for Ld space but not at the expense of the ) space or driver comfort. The cab is spacious and uncluttered that you -I walk right through it from one e to the other, making it ideal for livery work.
Amazing visibility is provided by the ique kerbside observation window d a huge direct glazed windscreen. ith of these are, of course, laminated. The instruments and switches have been grouped in one neat binnacle set front of the steering wheel, all easily thin the driver's reach and view
The driver's seat itself has a greater -ige of adjustment than in any other ht truck. In conjunction with the justable rake steering column it can
give a variety of driving positions from the 'laid back' car driver style to upright truck-style. It also has an inflatable lumbar support that has won praise from top orthopaedic consultants.
Roadrunner has a twin passenger seat with a split back which will fold down to form a tray for documents or even cups of tea and still leave space for one passenger.
Another fact that will gladden the heart of anyone who's ever driven a truck in a congested city. The remarkably light steering of the Roadrunner is complemented by the smallest turning circle in its class.
More good news
The parts you can't see are just as impressive. The Roadrunner's engine is a revised version of Leyland's 5.65 litre 6 cylinder engine. It comes in two different specifications one producing 97 bhp, the other 115 bhp. A new synchromesh gearbox, incorporating a fuel saving overdrive 5th gear, couples the power of the engine to a new fast ratio back axle.
Not just one truck
The Roadrunner is built in a variety of GVW's, wheelbases, and power output so you can put together a truck that fits your needs exactly. The chassis is totally flat without any protruding nuts or rivets, so it's a bodybuilder's dream: any kind of body can be fitted easily.
Your Co-driver
Every Roadrunner is backed by a range of support services that together form the Co-driver' package. Leyland's comprehensive network of distributors and dealers can provide all the service and parts support you'll need. Support that includes a 1 year unlimited mileage warranty together with an optional 2 and 3 year warranty to cover major driveline components. Distributors also offer leasing packages, repair and maintenance contracts and with Leyland operate `Linkline' a 24 hour roadside assistance service. Whilst our Distributors and Dealers provide extensive parts support for Roadrunner any parts not in stock can be obtained through Leyland's 24 hour V.O.R. programme. There is also more good news for Roadrunner drivers. They qualify for membership of the T45 Team. Leyland's own unique truckdrivers club.
What next?
These are the basic facts. There's a lot more worth knowing about the Road runner. Get in touch with your local Leyland Trucks Distributor and Dealer (he won't be far away) and he'll tell you the whole story.