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DAF CF85 While other artic manufacturers prefer modular cabs across
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their heavy truckfamilies, Daf is a "horses for courses" builder with its popular CF85 sporting a narrower cab than its full-width 2.5m XF95 big brother. But with the optional high-roof Space Cab it can pretty much match a regular XF Space Cab for storage space and headroom, epitomising the increasingly popular "thin but tall" 44-tonne fleet arlic concept — especially for those hauliers who don't want a flagship tractor with the extra weight. Moreover, few drivers are likely to complain about a lack of comfort in the CF85 as inside it's a most "friendly" truck. Operators can choose from 4x2 Fr, 6x21win-steer FIG, 6x2 tag FIR, 6x2 pusher FTP with 17.5in midaxle wheels for maximum payloads, and a double-drive FTT for landfillimuckaway
work. The CF has the same 12.6-litre engine as used in the XF but rated at 340, 380. 430 and 480hp. Standard box is the trusted 16-speed 1F Ecosplit with the AS-Ironic 12-speed auto optional.
Ideal fleet tractor, decent driver appeal Strong Daf dealer network and Dalaid back-up service
• Not as modern as some rivals
• Possibly lighter rivals around
VERDICT On CM roadtest CF85 always performs well regardless of weight or power rating. Should be in any Heel buyer's shortlist