Scania v8 better than cat engines?

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    Trucker61016 Road Train Member

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    Another aspect, most new European trucks are automatic transmissions, there are many American trucks with a manual still available, perhaps a V8 and Eaton 13 speed wouldn't match too well may even destroy the driveline over time from the high power, the European auto can more easily handle the V8 power....
     
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    That is awesome to watch.
     
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    just need a driver and not a koleka behind the wheel.......
     
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    how much torque does your truck have?
     
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    My freightliner is set at 2,050 tq. Plenty to pull 50 ton loads with ease. :cool:
     
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