Capital Equipment News October 2016

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The new FJ 16- 230 is a medium to heavy-duty truck that can work across a range of applications.

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dem, based on FUSO’s understanding that an effective ratio of engine power transmitted all of the way through the drive system to the ground results in greater efficiency and fuel savings. The capacity of its G85 gear box is based on the engine’s peak torque of 810 Nm. With six forward and one reverse gears, it has a gearbox ratio of 6:7 and gradeability of 38%. Makitla says choosing the correct combination of a motor and a gearbox is very important. He argues that gear ratios play a key role in truck performance. It also comes with a bigger 395 mm clutch plate with 3,5 m wear depth for more clutch life. This is com- plemented by a clutch wear indicator for signalling clutch wear condition, allowing for timely replacements before the clutch fails. The longer drain oil change intervals translate into greater savings. Engine oil can be changed after 20 000 km or 12 months, while transmission oil can only be changed at 40 000 km intervals or 12 months. Mean- while, differential oil change can be under- taken after 60 000 km or 12 months, while hub greasing needs to be done at 40 000 km intervals or annually. Built tough The new FJ 16-230 also benefits from Daimler’s proven technology of strong and reliable chassis, says Makitla. The shot

Retails between R630 000 and R640 000

Gearbox ratio of 6:7

G85 gear box

38% gradeability

38%

Cabin tilts 67º for ease under-cabin service

hind it for increased safety. For increased uptime, the FJ 16-230’s three-piece bumper is designed with re- pairability in mind. The three-piece bumper reduces repair costs when it is dented or dinged. “Instead of ordering an entire new bumper, repair technicians can simply order the part that was damaged, saving time and money in the process,” says Makitha. “For the owner who simply dinged a corner of the bumper, this represents real savings. A complete bumper replacement will still carry a significant price tag with all the additional bolts, harnesses and other parts.” With serviceability in mind, the cabin tilts to an angle of 67º⁰ for ease under-cabin ser- vice. This is complemented by a full steel openable lid with simple press of finger at two points which facilitates easy and quick

blasted and powder-coated chassis frames and cross members make the chassis corrosion-resistant and translate into a longer life. The optimised cross members also come with thicker bulges inside for additional strength to the frame. The FJ 16-230 also benefits from heavy duty, full floating single-reduction Hypoid ax- les from Daimler Technology. The heavy duty crown wheel with thick teeth means more contact area for longer life. The air brake chamber offers better braking performance. The new FJ 16-230 also benefits from Daimler Trucks Technology’s all-steel ex- tended day cabin. With safety in mind, the all-steel crash safe cabin ensures sufficient survival space in case of an accident. Mean- while, the bumper comes with an additional heavy duty second full strength member be-

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