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Freightliner Coronado 2000 - Present
Advantages - Freightliner's top-of-the-line heavy-duty truck, premium noise abatement package, 50-degree wheel cut for great turning radius, batteries located between frame rails for easy access, two-piece curved windshield reduces replacement cost, air filtration system purifies air, ac system has 17 outlets, bolt-on fenders can be replaced individually, reducing repair costs, headlamps use off-the-shelf long life halogen bulbs that require no tools for replacement
Disadvantages - ceased production then restarted due to plumetting truck sales market which may make used uints pricey, steel chrome bumper is designed to resist rock chips but can be a cleaning headache, susceptible to scratching
Notes - available as day cab, 70" mid-roof xt, 70" raised roof
Specifications - Typical Engines: detroit diesel series 60, mercedes-benz mbe900 and mbe4000, 1,500 square inch radiator, conventional design
Freightliner Century Class S/T 2000 - Present
Advantages - Freightliner’s Century Class S/T is the companies most technologically advanced truck to date, self-adjusting clutch, aerodynamic hood decreases drag and improves fuel economy, strong, lightweight hood and fender components reduce weight, allowing for increased payload, proprietary front and rear cab mounting system tuned to reduce road vibration
Disadvantages - aerodynamic three-piece bumper not offered in chrome
Notes - first North American Class 8 truck cab to meet or exceed rigorous Swedish and European ECE R-29 crash test requirements, available as day cab, 34" mid-roof, 48" mid-roof, 58" mid-roof, 58" raised roof, 70" mid-roof, 70" mid-roof xt, 70" raised roof
Specifications - Typical Engines: detroit diesel series 60, mercedes-benz mbe900 and mbe4000
Freightliner Columbia 2003 - Present
Advantages - available in a 112” or 120” bumper to back of cab (BBC) , self-adjusting clutch, aerodynamic hood decreases drag and improves fuel economy, strong, lightweight hood and fender components reduce weight, allowing for increased payload, 21-setting ac and heat system, Power Distribution Module is located in the dash and can be reached from passenger seat, for quick access to fuses.
Disadvantages - aerodynamic three-piece bumper not offered in chrome
Notes - Columbia was purchased by more fleets than any other Class 8 truck in the industry in 2004, available as day cab, 34" mid-roof, 48" mid-roof, 58" mid-roof, 70" mid-roof, 70" mid-roof xt, 70" raised roof, Columbia 112 is shorter in length by 8 inches than the 120 configuration and features a set-back front axle and an up-to-50 degree wheel cut to optimize maneuverability
Specifications - Typical Engines: Caterpillar, and mbe4000
Freightliner Classic and Classic XL 2000 - Present
Advantages - Freightliner’s Classic and Classic XL has an aluminum cab and lightweight components for greater payloads and fuel economy due to the 120" BBC Classic and 132" BBC. Advanced, lightweight design of AirLiner rear suspension reduces road vibration, maintenance-free rubber bushings. A tilt hood and see-through fluid reservoirs. A functional cab with an ergonomically designed wrap-around dash, easy-to-read instrument panel gauges, as well as clearly identified switches. Advanced climate control, spacious driving area allowing for room to stretch, and easy access to the sleeper. Under-bunk storage.
Disadvantages - squared-up chrome bumper and grill.
Notes - Standard Driftwood Burl dash or optional Rosewood finish. Available in flat, mid or raised-roof configurations. Available as day cab, 48" flat roof, 58" flat roof, 70" mid-roof, 70" raised roof, 84" raised roof.
Specifications - Typical Engines: detroit diesel series 60, mercedes-benz mbe900 and mbe4000
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