By Business Wirevia The Motley Fool
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DAF Launches New Euro 6 LF and CF Series
New Vehicles Establish New Quality and Efficiency Standard
BELLEVUE, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– DAF Trucks (NAS: PCAR) unveiled today the new, versatile Euro 6 LF and CF truck models and the new, innovative Euro 6 PACCAR MX-11 engine at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham, the United Kingdom. The Euro 6 LF and CF have been developed for maximum transport efficiency, market-leading low operating costs and optimum vehicle performance. “The launch of the new LF and CF vehicles today and the launch of the new XF model last year, provide a complete range of exciting Euro 6 vehicles,” shared Harrie Schippers, DAF president. “These new Euro 6 vehicles and engines represent the largest, most comprehensive development program in DAF‘s 85-year history.”
DAF‘s New Euro 6 CF and LF Vehicles (Photo: Business Wire)
The Euro 6 CF will start production in the middle of this year and has been developed for a wide number of applications, ranging from regional transportation to heavy construction. The Euro 6 LF is designed for distribution and urban delivery and will begin production in the fourth quarter. These Euro 6 models feature a durable, lightweight chassis, fuel-efficient drivelines, an enhanced aerodynamic exterior and spacious interiors. The reliable, fuel-efficient PACCAR MX-11 engine will be available in DAF‘s Euro 6 CF and XF vehicles this fall. The MX-11 is a 10.8-liter engine with power outputs ranging from 290 to 440 horsepower and a torque range up to 1,500 lb.-ft. The MX-11 adds to the existing PACCAR engines available for DAF‘s Euro 6 vehicles, ranging from the 4.5-liter PACCAR PX-5 engine to the state-of-the-art 12.9-liter PACCAR MX-13 engine.
PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business. PACCAR shares are traded on the Nasdaq Global Select market, symbol PCAR, and its homepage is www.paccar.com.
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