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      Western Star 4900 FA (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 1823AK (2004)

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

      Motor

      Full power 249.8 kW and 172.3 kW 31 % more or 77.5 kW
      Peak torque 2508.3 Nm and 810 Nm 68 % more or 1698.3 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 11 and 6 45 % more or 5

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4775 mm and 3600 mm

      Motor

      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz
      Model C15 (600 HP) and OM906LA (231 HP)

      Gear box

      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz
      Model FR-13210B 13-speeds and G85-6