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      Western Star 6900 XD (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 1518 (2005)

      3 reasons to buy Western Star 6900 XD (2005):

      Motor

      Full power 447.4 kW and 132 kW 70 % more or 315.4 kW
      Peak torque 2779.4 Nm and 675 Nm 76 % more or 2104.4 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 18 and 6 67 % more or 12

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4350 mm and 3560 mm

      Motor

      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz
      Model C15 (600 HP) and OM904LA (177 HP)

      Gear box

      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz
      Model FR-13210B 18-speeds and G60-6