Visitors to the Brisbane Truck Show this week can get a firsthand look at the new Australian made DAF XG 15L 660hp – and the DAF XB Electric, currently in Australia for evaluation.
Since its introduction in October 2024, the XG range has built on the European success of the New Generation DAF range.
Exclusively produced in Melbourne, the Australian XG range has already quickly been recognised for its suitability with high-productivity combinations.
The new XG & XG+ feature Meritor axles and Airglide suspension, 97 tonne GCM and 3200Nm of Torque, wrapped up in a huge 660 hp 15 litre engine, that is even lighter in weight and incredibly fuel efficient. The 1150 litre fuel tanks mean customers should comfortably run Melbourne to Brisbane at B-double weights without refuelling.
PACCAR Australia has redeveloped the European drivetrain to meet the rigours and realities of our challenging Australian freight task, with every detail optimised for efficiency, durability, driveability and ease of manoeuvring.
After a productive day on the road, the cab space transforms into a haven for rest, relaxation and sleep offering superior space, storage and comfort in an elongated cab.
With almost seven million kilometres of local validation, with operators across the country and the engineering team working in partnership with PACCAR centres of excellence around the world, customers can be confident this powerful and efficient long-haul solution is ready for Australia.
Alongside the current CF450 and CF530 models, DAF has unveiled its ‘zero emission’ DAF XB Electric.
PACCAR says the DAF XB Electric encompasses the best-in-class driver comfort, drivability, efficiency and safety features.
The 19-tonne rated DAF XB Electric is perfectly suited for sustainable inner-city and regional distribution due to the spacious yet compact cab design and the unique manoeuvrability and small turning circle.
Alongside the DAFs on display at stand 40 of the Brisbane Truck Show are several of the latest additions to the Kenworth range – the T320, T420SAR, T620 and T620SAR.
Commenting on the event, Michael Long, PACCAR Australia’s Director Sales and Marketing, said: “It is great to be in Brisbane again and be part of this important industry event. We enjoy being able to connect with so many of our customers in the one location and bringing the latest PACCAR has to offer from across its truck brands and support services.
“Our stand this year presents new product options and solutions, perfectly equipped for our challenging industry landscape.
“This includes demonstrating PACCAR’s proprietary telematics technology PACCAR Connect, which offers advanced and intuitive, yet simple to navigate solutions, and provides the power to streamline and optimise transport operations like never before.”
PACCAR Connect offers live tracking and monitoring of the vehicle, driver, and fleet performance. Fully customisable dashboards and reports are in easy-to-read formats, allowing vehicle owners to continually measure and identify potential vehicle performance improvements.
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