Scania G Series tractor units are created to occupy an all-rounder role within the firm's truck range, meaning that they are just as well suited for construction work as they are for distribution and long-distance haulage...
SCANIA G490 2014 (64) EURO 6, 6X2 TWIN STEER TRACTOR UNIT, 65 TON SPECIAL TYPES, SLEEPER CAB, 3 WAY CAMERA, GRS 900 GEARBOX, RETARDER, CRUISE CONTROL, AIR CON, SLIDING 5TH WHEEL, 380,000 MILES. ...See More Details
Scania G Series tractor units are created to occupy an all-rounder role within the firm's truck range, meaning that they are just as well suited for construction work as they are for distribution and long-distance haulage.
When buying a used Scania G Series, it is important to consider things such as the power and efficiency of the engine, the in-cab features and the condition of the mechanical components. The age and mileage of a tractor unit will also be important, although good levels of maintenance are always more important than how many miles are on the clock. With 40-tonne 4x2 and 44-tonne 6x2 G Series tractor units on offer, second-hand buyers do not need to compromise.
There are many different cab, axle and engine configurations making up the G Series, so get the lowdown on the specifications of any used unit to compare it accurately against its contemporaries. Modern models do have some consistency throughout the range, including impressive levels of safety and visibility for the driver to enjoy. As well as being aerodynamically designed to lower fuel costs, the cab of a G Series tractor unit will also be a roomy, relaxing space for drivers to spend time in.
The Highline models are particularly spacious, offering large bunks, lots of headroom and the option to add other equipment as appropriate. This means you may find used models with additional kit to make the truck fit for true long-haul service, or at least with the presence of facilities which make it possible to be installed at a later date. Although the cab is compact compared with the R Series, it is perfectly possible for a G Series to handle national distribution duties with overnight stays factored into the itinerary.
Power is provided to modern Scania G Series tractor units via Euro 5 and Euro 6 engines, with the latest power plants managing to live up to the unavoidably stringent regulations put in place to govern emissions. This means that the trucks will not only use less fuel than in the past but also allow any organisation harnessing them to boost its green credentials and cut its carbon footprint in a way that is both responsible and marketable. Just ensure that when picking a second-hand model that you select one with an engine which is powerful enough to haul the loads you need moving.
One advantage offered by newer G Series tractor units is the Opticruise gearbox, which switches up the approach to shifting. The idea behind it in its current guise is to make it much easier to adapt to different conditions so that gear changes occur smoothly and at the optimal moment, all based on things such as the incline of the road ahead, the power of the engine itself and the weight of the payload. Whether cruising on flat open roads, climbing uphill or heading downhill, Opticruise can make a G Series tractor unit a more efficient machine. And used models often offer this technology so that more buyers can benefit from it.
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