THE
truck that Mercedes-Benz says weighs less but works like a heavyweight could
prove a savvy investment for those who can turn less weight into more money.
In
one recent deal, fuel distributor Reynolds Logistics proved that less can
become more when the truck/trailer weight equation is right.
After
equipping their fleet with six new Axors, Reynolds found that the weight saving
from their lower tractor body weight could be transferred to their tank trailer
carrying capacity with the result that each truck could carry an additional one
thousand litres per trip. Scaled up over the space of just one day, this meant
that the combined Axor fleet was able to deliver an additional 30,000 litres
compared to previously.
Axor
models purchased by Reynolds Logistics are fitted with Daytime S-Cabs, small
centre axles, alloy wheels, aluminium air tanks and fixed fifth wheels.
Features include greater fuel efficiency thanks to BlueTec technology, Euro 5
engines and Telligent engine management system and a range of other economic
enhancements.