Scania delivers first NTGs to Linfox

Scania Australia has delivered the first examples of its New Truck Generation vehicles to Linfox.

The Euro 6 P 450 6x4 prime movers are the first of a total of 42 that will be used by Linfox around Australia, predominantly in metro operations.

The new Scania P 450 Sleeper Cabs are fitted as standard with side curtain roll over airbags, the first such safety devices fitted to any trucks available in Australia, contributing a significant safety enhancement for drivers.

The P-series is Scania’s lowest-entry cab currently available in Australia, making multiple entry and exit manoeuvres easier for drivers who are engaged in multi-drop deliveries during a shift.

Scania has also vision and comfort for drivers with the New Truck Generation with a larger windscreen and redesigned A-pillars, plus redesigned door mirrors and new brackets which improves vision at intersections, which is vital for urban operators.

The full Scania safety pack has been fitted including adaptive cruise control and lane departure warning, as well as auto wipers and headlights. Larger brakes than before deliver a shorter stopping distance.

The new Scania P 450 Sleeper Cabs are fitted as standard with side curtain roll over airbags, the first such safety devices fitted to any trucks available in Australia.

Inside the sleeper cab, there is a full-size mattress providing comfortable resting or overnight accommodation. A large window in the backwall assists hooking-up, and the glass sunroof/emergency exit allows even more light into the cab.

The 450hp six-cylinder engine produces 2350Nm of torque and is fed by a 710-litre fuel tank, while there are 75-litres of AdBlue on board.

“Scania is very pleased to have a fleet customer as important as Linfox take delivery of our New Truck Generation P-series,” said Mikael Jansson, Managing Director of Scania Australia.

“We have only recently begun delivery of the NTG vehicles in Australia and this is the biggest fleet order we have delivered. We see this order as a vote of confidence in the Scania NTG vehicle, and our joint commitment to safety and sustainability,” Mr Jansson said.

“The Scania NTG is the safest truck in Australia thanks to its comprehensive safety features including the only side curtain rollover protection airbags available in the truck market.

“Linfox was also very keen to take advantage of our Euro 6 engine, which offers significantly reduced emissions.

“Linfox has very high expectations for the new trucks, which we are confident they will meet and exceed,” Mr Jansson said.

“This purchase forms part of our ongoing work to replace older vehicles within our fleet to take advantage of new technology that improves safety and efficiency, while also reducing emissions,” said Ray Gamble, President of Fleet & Procurement, Linfox.

“These investments ensure we are positioned to deliver more efficient and safer logistics for our customers and our community. We look forward to bringing the benefits of these investments to our customers and community in 2019,” Mr Jansson concluded.