At the IAA Transportation 2024 exhibition in Hannover, DAF Trucks is showing its updated heavy-duty trucks – XD, XF, XG and XG+ models. Thanks to the improved engine line and improved aerodynamics, fuel consumption was reduced by 9%.
Let’s start with the Paccar MX-11 and MX-13 engines, which received different valve timings, a double pump cooling system, updated turbo systems and modern exhaust gas recirculation. The new fuel injectors are also more efficient and reliable.
The SR1344 rear axle features new gears that are stronger and more stable and fulfill DAF’s strategy of delivering maximum engine power (up to 530 hp) at lower revs. Automation also helps with this gearbox with a new switching algorithm that makes it possible to reduce revolutions by 7% at cruising speed – from 1,030 to 950 per minute.
As a result of better economy and less harmful emissions, the trucks meet Maut Class 3 standards, which saves thousands of euros in road taxes in Germany. And one more thing. All new DAF XD, XF, XG and XG+ models with 4×2 and 6×2 wheelbases are now equipped with DAF Digital Vision cameras as standard instead of traditional mirrors.
Predictive cruise control and tires with reduced rolling resistance are also part of the novelties. This allows to reduce fuel consumption by another 6%. Therefore, the total fuel economy reaches 9% – compared to the previous ones. Actual fuel consumption could be even lower, as standard equipment now also includes a new aerodynamic package.
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2024-09-22 07:13:48
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