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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 354.2 kW and 299 kW 16 % more or 55.2 kW
      Peak torque 2237.1 Nm and 2000 Nm 11 % more or 237.1 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 10 and 8 20 % more or 2

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4775 mm and 3900 mm

      Motor

      Model C11 (370 HP) and OM457LA (400 HP)
      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz

      Gear box

      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz
      Model FR-13210B 10-speeds and G221-9