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      Western Star 4900 SA (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 1228 (2005)

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

      Motor

      Peak torque 2508.3 Nm and 1100 Nm 56 % more or 1408.3 Nm
      Full power 447.4 kW and 208.1 kW 53 % more or 239.3 kW

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 13 and 8 38 % more or 5

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4350 mm and 3560 mm

      Motor

      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz
      Model C15 (600 HP) and OM906LA (279 HP)

      Gear box

      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz
      Model FR-13210B 13-speeds and G131-9