Scania’s range of 13-litre inline six-cylinder engines has now been complemented by a 540 hp version.
The new engine – DC13 166 – is primarily intended for applications where lots of power and drivability are in demand and weight sensitivity or limitations such as front-axle loads hinder the use of the company’s slightly heavier 520 hp V8 engines.
Alexander Vlaskamp, Senior Vice President, Head of Scania Trucks said, “True to our promise to always tailor-make our offers, we identified a customer need for a top-of-the-line version of our 13-litre hero. Our inline six range is industry leading when it comes to fuel performance.”
“Scania trucks with 13-litre engines have been crowned ‘Green Truck’ for three consecutive years in Germany, and that is a remarkable feat. The improved fuel figures and the power versus weight ratio will make this engine an attractive choice for many Scania customers.”
Photo: Scania’s adds a 540 hp version to its 13-litre engine range.