Meeting demanding time critical delivery requirements for the automotive, aeronautical and pharmaceutical industries is a key element of the work that will be undertaken by a pair of Euro 6 compliant DAF XF460 tractor units that have just joined the fleet of GBA Services.
The company, which operates throughout the UK and mainland Europe from its head office in Lancashire and depots in eight other UK locations, is trialling the trucks six months ahead of Euro 6 becoming mandatory in order to better inform its future purchase decisions.
GBA Services specialises in express services and the movement of sensitive equipment and high value goods and runs a fleet of over 200 vehicles.
Both of the new XFs will be used on Continental work covering at least 200,000 kilometres annually. The large amount of space and generous sized double bunks in the DAF Super Space cab were important factors in choosing the model as on longer runs the trucks will be double-manned.
Managing Director David Birkbeck cites other key considerations as being the exceptional fuel economy of DAF XF105s in the fleet and the need to maintain high environmental standards in line with the requirements of many of its blue chip customers.
“Our customers, particularly those in the pharmaceutical industry, expect cleaner trucks and these Euro 6 compliant DAFs fully meet their expectations,” he says.
“On time critical work we also need to ensure first class reliability and support should a problem occur. We receive both of these from DAF through its trucks, the UK DAF dealer network, and DAFAid for Europe-wide roadside assistance.
“Lancashire DAF, the supplying dealer in Preston, have pulled out all the stops with these trucks and we know that their ongoing support, including out of hours inspections and servicing, is going to mean maximum operational availability.”
The two new DAF tractor units are FT XF two axle models for operation at 40 tonnes gvw. Power is from the 12.9 litre MX340 engine rated at 460 bhp (340 kW) at between 1500 and 1900 rpm and which has a very flexible torque output of 2300 Nm at between 1000 and 1400 rpm to help ensure smooth pull-aways in all road surface and load conditions.
“Driver retention is also something that we have to take into account and the new XF is very well specified to keep our drivers happy with features such as air conditioning, a pollen filter, fridge, comfortable high spec seats, and an auxiliary heater,” adds David Birkbeck.
“We’ve also opted for the 12 speed AS Tronic gearbox for safer two-pedal driving and more consistent fuel efficiency as between different drivers. And the MX engine brake assists on long or steep descents, reducing brake fade and wear on the service brakes.”
The new trucks carry a stunning new livery achieved through vinyl wrapping the cabs, which was carried out by Penrith firm AST Signs. A full width sun visor, skylights fared into the roofline, and full side skirts also help make the new trucks real head-turners.
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