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

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

      Motor

      Peak torque 2237.1 Nm and 2000 Nm 11 % more or 237.1 Nm
      Full power 410.1 kW and 299 kW 27 % more or 111.1 kW

      Gear box

      Forward gears number 10 and 8 20 % more or 2

      Neutral reasons:

      Wheelbase specifications 1

      Wheelbase 4350 mm and 3600 mm

      Motor

      Manufacturer Caterpillar and Mercedes-Benz
      Model C15 (550 HP) and OM457LA (400 HP)

      Gear box

      Manufacturer Eaton Fuller and Mercedes-Benz
      Model FR-13210B 11-speeds and G221-9