Learn more about MAN trucks

MAN SE is a German company which started producing trucks back in 1915. Nowadays the brand’s vehicles are produced in Germany, Poland, Austria, India, South Africa, Russia. The company is a part of Volkswagen Group.

MAN trucks model range

Commercial trucks of this brand significantly differ in the gross combination weight rating: it can be 7 to 41 tons. The following body versions are available: cab chassis trucks, tractor units, vans, concrete mixer trucks, tanker trucks. Also offered are dump trucks equipped with the platform on rollers or with the dumping mechanism. In addition, the brand produces fire fighting vehicles, garbage trucks, lumber trucks, street cleaning vehicles.

Vehicles can be 2-, 3-, 4-axle. Moreover, different axle configurations are available: 4x2, 4x4, 6x2/2, 6x2/4, 6x4, 6x6. The letter “H” in its marking shows that the car is equipped with HydroDrive.

Advantages

• Fuel efficiency. It is contributed to by a new D08 engine and TipMatic gearbox which are used in the TGL and TGM models. Due to reduced quantity of components and to a plastic pan, the weight of power units is decreased. The gearbox features the SmartShifting function. This system ensures fast shifting of all speeds. When driving uphill, it allows to maintain the needed torque and efficiently consume fuel.
• Comfortable and practical cab. Particularly, the TGS cars are equipped with a high definition colour display, lights on a flexible mount, refrigerator which is hidden under the sleeping accommodation. Switches that are used most often are located so that the driver can quickly reach them.
• Driver assist systems. In the TGS, the adaptive cruise-control is completed with Stop & Go function. It allows the driver to feel confident and calm even in heavy traffic conditions.
• “HydroDrive” hydrostatic drive. The company offered this solution in 2005. It is the best option for cars that are mostly used on common roads, but sometimes are used off-road. Under these conditions, choosing the traditional all-wheel drive is not reasonable. Operation of the hydro-drive is ensured by hydrostatic motors on the wheel hubs. It can be switched on right during driving. This technology significantly improves maneuverability of the vehicle on a slippery surface.
• Spare parts of own production. Particularly, such components for MAN trucks as chassis and crankshafts are produced at a factory in Salzgitter, Germany.

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