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sleeper cabs MANS TGA range has strong appeal for aficionados but somehow just misses the UK big time.
The new 020 engine sparkled in a recent roadtest and is gaining a big following with operators; expect bigger 12.5-litre or thereabouts engine to join the line-up before the end of the year. MAN was an early exponent of the ZF ASIronic transmission — MAN calls it Tipmatic —and it works exceptionally well with the new engine ensuring fast. intelligent shills.
Despite its driveline being one of the best in the sector, the TGA cab suffers quality issues: overall the larger cabs are more accommodating il you can get used to a vast windscreen. Buyers will do best. not least on residual value, with high power, high specification, full width cab versions.
REASONS TO B Excellent new engine range Powerful bottom end torque REASONS TO SWERVE • Base models lack appeal VERDICT New 020 engine makes TGA worth a look, though quality issues in cab remain