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      Western Star 6900 XD (2005) vs. Mercedes-Benz 1840LS (2004)

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

      Motor

      Full power 447.4 kW and 299 kW 33 % more or 148.4 kW
      Peak torque 2779.4 Nm and 2000 Nm 28 % more or 779.4 Nm

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 13 and 8 38 % more or 5

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4350 mm and 3600 mm

      Motor

      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz
      Model C15 (600 HP) and OM457LA (400 HP)

      Gear box

      Model FR-13210B 13-speeds and G221-9
      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz