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      Western Star 4900 SA (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 1223 (2005)

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

      Motor

      Full power 320.7 kW and 172.3 kW 46 % more or 148.4 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 4350 mm and 3560 mm

      Motor

      Model C13 (430 HP) and OM906LA (231 HP)
      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz

      Gear box

      Model FR-13210B 11-speeds and G85-6
      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz