vs.

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

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

      Motor

      Full power 275.9 kW and 208.1 kW 25 % more or 67.8 kW
      Peak torque 2779.4 Nm and 1100 Nm 60 % more or 1679.4 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 18 and 8 56 % more or 10

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4350 mm and 3560 mm

      Motor

      Model C15 (625 HP) and OM906LA (279 HP)
      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz

      Gear box

      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz
      Model FR-13210B 18-speeds and G131-9