New Mercedes-Benz Atego 1718 Chassis with Usimeca Refuse Collector-Compactor is now in Nigeria courtesy Weststar Associates, authorised general distributors of Mercedes-Benz.
Produced in the same high-tech factories in South America, this truck according to Weststar comes at a competitive price “without any compromises on Mercedes-Benz renowned values of Durability, Quality, Reliability and Safety”.
Fortified with a capacity of 12 cubic meters and a wheel base of 4760mm, the Refuse Collector-Compactor boast of a Euro 3 engine version with 6-speed manual transmission and an output of 180Hp.
Special safety features present are the front and rear axle drum brakes with Anti-Lock Braking system (ABS) and auto brake adjustment which yield a longer brake service life.
Produced to suite the Nigerian operating terrain, the Mercedes-Benz Refuse Collector Compactor is equipped with reinforced parabolic steel spring Suspension System, an adjustable steering column and maintenance free batteries for easy operation.
Within, the 17.1-ton Variant Chassis with Daycab provides a seating capacity of 2 passengers with exterior seating for up to four runners to climb in and out to load bins.
Other features include fabric seating, air-conditioning (for maximum driver comfort), radio pre-wiring, rotating safety beacons and exterior LED work lights. The 4 x 2 truck rides on 22.5 inch tires and possesses steel bumpers to help protect the headlights from hazardous objects.
Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Weststar Associates, Mirko Plath said: “As promised earlier on in the year, this is in line with the commercial strategy for the proposed launch of new products better suited for the Nigerian market”.
