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FORD SPORTSVANS
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With a rich history in sporting passenger cars, Ford is more experienced than most when it comes to spicing up vehicles: this time we were treated to three Sportvans, with the Transit, Connect and Fiesta vans all receiving a dramatic makeover.
FIAT DUCATO
Fiat was displaying a novel version of its Ducato Flexiloader with ground-level loading platform, which also forms the rear floor. Capable of lifting up to 1.2 tonnes depending on configuration, it looks ideal for loading and carrying plant equipment. Structural rigidity is provided by a U-beam around the bac:fro platform.
MERCEDES-BENZ AXOR POWERSHIFT Logistics companies are increasingly relying on agency drivers and this has encouraged the advance of automated transmissions. The Axor was launched in 2002 with an emphasis on a manual box and ease of use, but it has followed the trend with an optional 12-speed automated Powershift. The transmission also boasts Ecoroll, kickdown and manual/auto control, but the power option favoured for hill climbing in the Actros is left out. With no synchromesh, gear changing has also been quickened; M-B claims a 1.5% fuel saving over a manual box.
AVIA TRUCKS
Avia Trucks, backed by new Indian owner AshokLeyland, launched its 12tonne D120 rigid and tractor at the show. Powered by the Cummins Euro-4 ISB SCR rated at 160 or 185hp, it has a six-speed box with kerb weights starting at 3,527kg. The tractor gets the same 4.5-litre engine with 185hp and 700Nm on tap, and weighs in at 3 ,660kg.
W TRAILERS/SHAWTRACK You can't be shy in today's market, so when W Trailers provided a chassis to match Shawtrack's body they named it The Emperor. This show debutant is a triaxle low-loader with a shallow descent from front to rear. Shawtrack has taken the high-spec route with 102 beavertail and swan-neck loading , 19.5in wheels with disc brakes, ROR axles and payloads upwards of 27,600kg.