kscarbel2 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Press Release / August 11, 2014Volkswagen’s model 8.160 “Delivery” light truck continues to lead Brazil’s 5 to 10 ton market segment with 2,920 units delivered in the first seven months of the year, in addition to being the third best-selling truck in the market.Popular in urban delivery owing to its agility, and short to medium regional haulage, the 8.160 is available with three rear axle ratios for optimized performance and fuel economy in varying applications.Major operators throughout Brazil include Lojas Colombo, one of the largest retailers in the south with 262 stores and two distribution centers. The company has just added sixteen Delivery 8.160s to its fleet.M. Dias Branco, a giant food company in Brazil’s northeast, also chose the 8.160 as a transport solution. The company recently took delivery of 29 Delivery 8.160s to support distribution in the urban centers of Fortaleza, Juazeiro do Norte, Teresina and São Luís.Towing operator Sierra Winches, with operations in Minas Gerais, São Paulo, Paraná and Santa Catarina, has just increased its fleet with ten new Delivery 8.160s, adding to its existing fleet of 80 Volkswagen trucks."The Delivery line is the most versatile light truck on the market and is custom-tailored for fleet owners who need quick delivery times, especially in urban centers. Symbolic of the Volkswagen brand, we pay close attention to the needs of our customers in all market segments," says Ricardo Alouche, vice president of sales, marketing and after-sales support at MAN Latin America. Responsible for Volkswagen brand commercial truck production and sales in Latin America under parent Volkswagen Group, MAN Latin America has ranked number one in truck sales in Brazil for 11 consecutive years.About the vehicleEquipped with a modern 3.8-liter Cummins ISF engine rated at 160 horsepower and 600 N.m (443 lb/ft) of torque, the Delivery 8.160 has abundant low end power for enhanced urban driveability. The truck’s robust 5-speed ZF S5-420 HD transmission is a bullet-proof design for durable urban operation.The cab’s interior design pays close attention to comfort and ergonomics. An onboard computer monitors distance traveled, fuel filter replacement, SCR (DEF) level, engine hours and other functions. Unlike other trucks in its class, the 8.160’s standard features include an air suspension drivers seat and air conditioning for higher productivity.http://www.man-la.com/images/stories/produtos/caminhao/ficha_tecnica/pdf/2837/Delivery%208160_nov_13.pdf. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36666-vw%E2%80%99s-segment-leading-%E2%80%9Cdelivery%E2%80%9D-8160-wins-over-more-brazilian-operators/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackdaddy Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 it has air brakes?? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36666-vw%E2%80%99s-segment-leading-%E2%80%9Cdelivery%E2%80%9D-8160-wins-over-more-brazilian-operators/#findComment-255783 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kscarbel2 Posted August 12, 2014 Author Share Posted August 12, 2014 it has air brakes??Full air brake systemFront and rear S-cam drum brakesAuxiliary spring rear brake chambers (for parking)Air dryerThe truck's foundation brake system is supplemented with an exhaust brake, increasing service brake and wheel end life.The smaller 5.150 has assisted hydraulic brakes (disc front / drum rear)http://www.man-la.com/images/stories/produtos/caminhao/ficha_tecnica/pdf/2835/Delivery%205150_nov_13.pdfhttp://www.man-la.com/produtos-volkswagen/advantech/caminhoes/familia/delivery/modelos Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36666-vw%E2%80%99s-segment-leading-%E2%80%9Cdelivery%E2%80%9D-8160-wins-over-more-brazilian-operators/#findComment-255785 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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