Road Tests: Scania R124 470

Detailed Specifications and Dimensions

Model

Scania R124 470
Chassis Configuration:6x2, RWD
Design GVW:23,800kg
Design GCW:41,000kg

Engine

Scania Scania 470 DT12-02, Charge-cooled turbo-diesel, electronic engine management, turbo compound
Fuel type:Diesel / DERV
Cylinders:6
Bore/Stroke:127 x 154mm
Capacity:11.7 litres
Compression Ratio:18.0:1
Maximum net power:328hp(245kW) at 1,900rpm
Maximum net torque:2,200Nm(1,623lbft) at 1,050-1,350rpm

Transmission

Scania GRS900 14-speed manual, direct-drive top gear, synchromesh on all except crawler ratios -1-speed Manual
Final Drive:Scania R780 single-reduction hypoid with pneumatically operated diff lock 3.08:1

Chassis

Scania F950 steel ladder frame with riveted cross-members
Braking:Dual-circuit full-air system with ABS, load sensing and air drier. Ventilated discs on all axles.
Steering:Hydraulically assisted re-circulating ball
Suspension:Front, semi-elliptic two-leaf parabolic springs with anti-roll bar; mid and rear, quarter-elliptic trailing arms with airbags. Lifting mid-axle and height adjustment. Telescopic shock absorbers all round.
Wheels and tyres:Front, 315/80R22.5 tyres on alloy 9.0x22.5in rims; rear, 295/80R22.5 tyres
Fuel tank:500 litres
Eletrical system:24V earth return system
Axle design weights:Axle 1: 7,500kg
Axle 2: 6,100kg
Axle 3: 10,200kg

Dimensions

Wheelbase:3,950mm
Cab width:2,490mm
Cab length:2,230mm
Front overhang:1,460mm
Cab floor height:1,260mm