vs.

      Western Star 4900 FA (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 1318LKO (2005)

      3 reasons to buy Western Star 4900 FA (2005):

      Motor

      Full power 410.1 kW and 132 kW 68 % more or 278.1 kW
      Peak torque 2508.3 Nm and 675 Nm 73 % more or 1833.3 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 11 and 8 27 % more or 3

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4775 mm and 3260 mm

      Motor

      Model C15 (600 HP) and OM904LA (177 HP)
      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz

      Gear box

      Model FR-13210B 13-speeds and S 9-75
      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and ZF