Renault Trucks has introduced an entirely new selection of vehicles: the C and K range to the Middle East.
Renault has launched a new range of trucks called the C and K. They offer new standards in robustness and productivity. Each model can be adapted to suit the wide range of applications and customer demands within the distribution and construction segments.
The C range is ideal for both long-haul and certain construction applications. Available in two cab widths: 2.3 and 2.5 m, the former is best suited for distribution and deliveries, while the latter works well for long haul, light construction and heavy distribution. An optional steel bumper, improve resilience and approach angle, allowing the C range to be used for earth-moving applications as well.
The K range, in fact, offers the best approach angle in the market at (32°), making it ideal for heavy construction and distribution. The front bumper is 100 per cent steel with headlamp protection. The K range has been tested under gruelling conditions like log transport in Cameroon, carrying 100 to 120 tonnes of aggregate in Oman, and in mines in Turkey.
D-Range and Kerax All-Wheel-Drive (AWD). Renault has also refreshed its D Range. It is aiming the iconic Kerax model for extremely demanding applications. The new D range thus consists of a single range and two vehicles. The D cab 2.1m (from 13 to 18 tonnes) used mainly for distribution, delivery and waste management, could be had with a factory fitted crew cab (4 doors and 6 seats), and is available in AWD. The AWD makes it ideal for fire fighting applications. The D WIDE (from 18 to 26 tonnes) is ideal for medium distribution and delivery applications. The company plans to introduce the K-Range with AWD as standard. Field tests are being undertaken for the said purpose.
Robust
The new C and K range have been subjected to stringent quality controls: test track trials, test benches and fording tests. Tests have been carried out under temperatures ranging from -40°C to +60°C. Both the C range and K range use the proven Renault Trucks chassis, available with a range of reinforcements.
The K range, offers better ground clearance and approach angle, which allows it to clear significant obstacles and deliver outstanding pulling power. High precision steering and tight turning radius, makes the range easy to manoeuvre. The Optidriver gearbox is available on both C and K ranges for demanding applications and on the AWD K models.
On its exterior, the K range features an all-steel, three-part bumper, fitted to a 32 tonne capacity front towing bar, protective grids for the headlight, optics in polycarbonate, as well as steel protection for all exposed parts.
Vehicles in the C range are fitted with steel corners and protective grids for the headlights. Capable of taking the heaviest punishment and with a higher approach angle, the C 2.5 m off-road cab can be fitted with all-steel bumpers from the K range.
Renault Trucks has developed a new diagnosis tool for preventive maintenance. The company has also developed a new concept called XTrem Camp for customer on-site maintenance. Diesel anti-theft devices, mechanical anti-intruder device door lock, or light bar with rotating beacons offer better safety. The design of the cab and each part of the powertrain helps save fuel. For example, the cab has a windscreen set at an angle of 12° and a trapezoid form, narrower at the front than at the rear, which improves its air penetration coefficient (cx) by up to 12 per cent. Optifuel Solutions, driver training, fuel consumption monitoring, will help deliver optimal fuel efficiency.
The Renault Trucks C range offers an outstanding payload, which can be as much as 31 tonnes for an 8×4. The K range offers a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of up to 50-tonnes and a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCW) of up to 120-tonnes with both manual and automated gearboxes. The vehicles also have several pre-equipment options which simplifies body mounting operations, reducing vehicle delivery time by up to 20 per cent. The vehicles can be fitted with Optifleet, the Renault Trucks fleet management solution.
Strong on productivity
Both the C and K range come with options for reducing vehicle weight, optimised gearboxes and drive axles. By reducing kerb weight and increasing GCW, larger volumes can be transported with each trip, increasing a vehicle’s profitability. The cabs in the C and K range are spacious, with an engine tunnel reduced to 200 mm. The wraparound dashboard centralises all controls. A 7 inch high definition navigation screen displays vehicle status information. The ergonomic steering wheel, other than a 200 mm range of seat adjustment, allows for a flexible driving position.
An additional step on the side of the vehicle allows drivers to check their load easily. Both ranges have a storage which can be accessed from both inside and outside the cab. The Renault Trucks C 2.5 m cab and the K range are fitted with extendable bunks. As an option, the vehicles are also available with an upper bunk.
The C range and K range are available with extensive options and an array of configurations for a variety of applications such as fuel and water transport, transporting building materials, refuse collection, concrete transport and machinery transport and earth moving.
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