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CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS APRIL 2016 5
"Recent upgrades in product specifica-
tions include anti-lock braking system
(ABS) and low roof sleeper cabins for the
17.250 and 24.250 freight carrier deriv-
atives as standard. All VW Constellation
derivatives have a high level of in-cab
appointments for driver comfort, which
in turn improves vehicle productivity.
The ease-of-diagnosis for engines and
electronics enables rapid servicing turn-
around times,” Mulaudzi adds.
Specified for regions around the world
that are not equipped with the latest
hi-tech workshop equipment, the VW
Constellation range is finding favour in
sub-equatorial African operations, pri-
marily owns its reliability, robust chassis
and ‘easy-to-fix’ driveline, based on the
Cummins ISBe Turbo Intercooled pow-
er-plant and Eaton FS 6306 B Manual
Transmission.
“The VW Constellation truck range is
growing in stature because it is a ‘fit for
purpose’ vehicle, tailored to meet the
specific needs of niche applications. As
a business tool, it strikes the optimum
balance between price and lifecycle cost.
Fuel efficiency, reliability and ease of
servicing effectively keep its total cost of
ownership low and predictable, making it
an attractive proposition for specialised
on-highway operators in southern Africa,”
concludes van Graan.
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