Capital Equipment News April 2016

COVER STORY

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"Recent upgrades in product specifica- tions include anti-lock braking system (ABS) and low roof sleeper cabins for the 17.250 and 24.250 freight carrier deriv- atives as standard. All VW Constellation derivatives have a high level of in-cab appointments for driver comfort, which in turn improves vehicle productivity. The ease-of-diagnosis for engines and electronics enables rapid servicing turn- around times,” Mulaudzi adds. Specified for regions around the world that are not equipped with the latest hi-tech workshop equipment, the VW Constellation range is finding favour in sub-equatorial African operations, pri- marily owns its reliability, robust chassis and ‘easy-to-fix’ driveline, based on the Cummins ISBe Turbo Intercooled pow- er-plant and Eaton FS 6306 B Manual Transmission. “The VW Constellation truck range is growing in stature because it is a ‘fit for purpose’ vehicle, tailored to meet the specific needs of niche applications. As a business tool, it strikes the optimum balance between price and lifecycle cost. Fuel efficiency, reliability and ease of servicing effectively keep its total cost of ownership low and predictable, making it an attractive proposition for specialised on-highway operators in southern Africa,” concludes van Graan.

“MORE YOU DON’T NEED, LESS YOU DON’T WANT”

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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS APRIL 2016