vs.

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

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

      Motor

      Full power 320.7 kW and 132 kW 59 % more or 188.7 kW
      Peak torque 2779.4 Nm and 675 Nm 76 % more or 2104.4 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 18 and 8 56 % more or 10

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4775 mm and 3260 mm

      Motor

      Model C15 (625 HP) and OM904LA (177 HP)
      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz

      Gear box

      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and ZF
      Model FR-13210B 18-speeds and S 9-75