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Iveco expands Trakker range
Iveco has expanded its heavy-duty Trakker off-road range by adding a 4x4 variant to the existing 6x6 modelsRated at 18 tonne GVM, the new Trakker 360AD becomes the largest 4x4 available in the Iveco range, a position previously occupied by the Eurocargo which offers up to 15 tonne GVM.
Powering the Trakker is Iveco’s Cursor 8 engine featuring direct injection, variable geometry turbo and overhead camshaft design with four valves per cylinder. The 7.8 litre, six-cylinder unit produces 265kW (360hp) and 1500Nm of torque at a low 1125 rpm – emission controls come courtesy of SCR technology to meet Euro 5 requirements.
Coupled to the engine is a ZF 16-speed manual transmission engaged via single dry-plate clutch. As an alternative, Iveco’s Eurotronic 12-Speed Automated Transmission can also be specified at additional cost.
A clear advantage of Iveco’s off-road range across all weight classes is an abundance of off-road equipment available as standard, and the Trakker is no exception.
The latest Trakker offers permanent 4x4 operation with hub reduction and front, centre and rear diff locks, ensuring maximum traction when conditions deteriorate.
When fitted with the standard Michelin 385/65R22.5 XZY3 front and Michelin 315/80R22.5 XDY3 rear tyres, the Trakker 4x4 boasts a generous 380mm of ground clearance at the front diff and 316mm at the rear diff.
Adoption of rear parabolic leaf spring suspension combines excellent load carrying ability with superior articulation and off-road performance, while not compromising road manners.
Braking is handled by front and rear drum brakes with ABS and EBL (Electronic Brakeforce Limitation) – ASR (Anti-Skid Regulator) is also standard.
Iveco product spokesperson, Joel Read, said the latest Trakker model would appeal to customers engaged in construction, mining and exploration, agricultural and emergency service work.
"The addition of a 4x4 Trakker model fills a niche between the Eurocargo 4x4 and the larger Trakker 6x6," Mr Read said.
"While there are similarities in applications the Trakker 4x4 and 6x6 models are targeted at, we’re finding that not all customers require a 33 tonne GVM off-road vehicle.
"The Trakker 4x4 has been available in New Zealand for some time and was well received there, and with its stellar off-road ability, we think it will develop a strong following in Australia as well," Read concluded.
The new Trakker 4x4 is available from Iveco dealerships now.
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