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      Western Star 4900 FA (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 2540LS (2004)

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

      Motor

      Full power 410.1 kW and 299 kW 27 % more or 111.1 kW
      Peak torque 2508.3 Nm and 2000 Nm 20 % more or 508.3 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 11 and 8 27 % more or 3

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4775 mm and 3900 mm

      Motor

      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz
      Model C15 (550 HP) and OM457LA (400 HP)

      Gear box

      Model FR-13210B 11-speeds and G221-9
      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz