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      Mercedes-Benz 1523K (2005) vs. Western Star 6900 XD (2005)

      3 reasons to buy Western Star 6900 XD (2005):

      Motor

      Full power 384 kW and 172.3 kW 55 % more or 211.7 kW
      Peak torque 2508.3 Nm and 810 Nm 68 % more or 1698.3 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 10 and 6 40 % more or 4

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 3260 mm and 4350 mm

      Motor

      Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz and Detroit diesel
      Model OM906LA (231 HP) and lot 60 (515 HP)

      Gear box

      Model G85-6 and FR-13210B 10-speeds
      Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz and Eaton Fuller