Scania Recent Deliveries
Scania’s objective is to deliver optimised heavy trucks, buses and services, provide the best total operating economy for our customers, and thereby be the leading company in our industry. The foundation is our core values (Customer first, Respect for the individual and Quality) our focus on methods (Scania’s modular product system) and the dedicated people of Scania.
In New Zealand, we continue to grow our market share as customers look towards the innovative qualities and values of Scania that are helping reduce emissions, improve fuel consumption, increase driver comfort and safety, and ultimately lead to a more efficient and profitable transport sector in New Zealand.
Below are some of the more recent deliveries of Scania trucks that are contributing to the growth in demand for Scania commercial vehicles.
Brausch Trucking - Scania R620
Another V8 Scania for Brausch Trucking. This well-presented R620 tractor has joined the impressive-looking Brausch Trucking fleet, and is loaded with extras – as you would expect for Brausch Trucking. Brett drives this unit and is loving the extra grunt over the 480 he was driving. It pulls a 4-axle quad chiller, delivering produce throughout the North Island.
Central Island Transport - 2 x Scania R560
Rex and Anne Reeves from Central Island Transport have put these extremely well-presented R560 8-wheelers to work, contracting to New Zealand Post. They are very pleased with the power, retardation and comfort of their new Scanias. The trucks work 5 days a week, driving Auckland to Wellington, clocking up 360,000km per year.
Warren Good - Scania R730
Warren Good, Dunedin, has recently taken delivery of a second R730LB8X4MNB, once again in the ever-impressive Post Haste colours. The vehicle has 730hp, 2581ft/lb (3500Nm) of torque, 2-pedal Opticruise, highline cab and air suspension front and rear, making for a very comfortable ride. Double shifted between Andrew and Reg, this unit doesn’t get much time to sit idle.
Sinclair Transport - Scania R620
Winton-based Sinclair Transport Ltd has recently put into service this very sharp-looking Scania. The Scania has the world-renowned V8 engine, which is rated at 620hp, with 2-pedal Opticruise, sleeper cab and retarder as standard. ‘Slad’ will be piloting this vehicle in and around the South Island, but with such creature comforts in this cab, will he ever be home?
Turners & Growers Fresh - 8 x Scania G480
Turners & Growers Fresh Ltd put 8 new G480LB8X4MSAs to work recently, including 4 hard-sider bodies and trailers by MaxiTrans and 4 curtain-sider bodies and trailers by Domett. The temperture on all 8 units is controlled by ThermoKing T-1000 and SLX fridge units, ensuring all the produce is delivered at the right temperture. All units are on Scania Max24 contracts and are leased through T R Group Ltd.
KPH Transport Ltd - Scania R620
KPH Transport Ltd, Drury, recently purchased this new R620LB8X4MSA curtain-sider truck and trailer – the first 620hp truck in the 9-stong Scania fleet. The truck is performing better than expected, with fuel economy and power way ahead of predictions. Travelling from Drury to Wellington daily, it carts NZ Hothouse products.
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Gordon Transport - 2 x Scania R730
Gordon Transport has recently taken delivery of these 2 R730 Scanias. The units have almost every box ticked, from microwaves to diesel heaters for those cold nights. They have been fitted with Jackson bodies and Nationwide stock crates. The units are based in Taupo but work all over the North and South Island.
The Produce Connection - R560
Derek and Marie van der Kwaak have taken delivery of their first new Scania: an R560LB8x4MNA curtain-sider R-series CR19N sleeper cab. Complete with 2-pedal Opticruise, air suspension, luxury leather seats and steering wheel.
Jack Turner - Scania R730
Karl from Jack Turner has recently replaced his 580 Scania (Tanya) with this new R730 Topline. With practically every box ticked, Karl is very pleased with his new truck, particularly the roof-mounted air-conditioning unit! Based in Matiere near Tamaranui, Karl works all around the North Island and rarely gets home.
Williams & Wilshire - Scania R620
This is one of several new Scanias that Williams and Wilshire havs added to its fleet recently. This particular unit is based in Opotiki and is fitted with Patchel logging gear. The company particulary likes the Scanias for their exceptional fuel economy and the Scanplan Max 24 – and of course the extensive driver comforts.
Matt McCarthy - Scania R560
Looking smart in McCarthy colours, Matt McCarthy recently added this R560 to his fleet. The unit comes fitted with logging gear made in-house by McCarthy’s own engineering division and has key features of driver comfort, excellent retardation, plenty of power and is excellent on fuel.
Coast to Coast Haulage - 2 x Scania R620
This is one of 2 R620s Coast to Coast Haulage has put on the road recently. The units are based in Rotorua and Mount Maunganui and cart out wood lots the majority of time. The units are fitted with Patchel logging gear.
Solar Outdoor Lightning - Scania R730
A new R730CB8X4MSZ Scania for Solar Outdoor Lighting Limited. Rogan Nordmeyer put this impressive 730hp tractor with a Palfinger PK22002 on the road recently, pulling a 4-axle quad trailer. Solar Outdoor Lighting uses the vehicle to contract to Busck Concrete, delivering poles throughout the North Island.
Andrews Transport - Scania R560
Andrews Transport Ltd, Riversdale, has recently received its new R560LB8X4MSA. The truck is spec’d with standard day cab in Andrews’ white, painted ex-factory, with 2-pedal Opticruise and air suspension. This is the first V8 for the company’s fleet. Deck built and fitted by Edwards Engineering Balclutha. Photo taken at Glenary Station, Riversdale, Southland.
Dar Transport - 2 x Scania P320
Dar Transport Ltd has put 2 more Scania P3206X2MNAs on the road lately, with Fruehauf curtain-sider bodies and one with a tail lift, both contracting to NZ Couriers. These have 320hp Euro V engines and Scania 2-pedal Opticruise. Scania CP19 sleeper cabs on 4-point air suspension, these units feature factory Bluetooth, air horns, super singles and polished alloys.
Hautapu Haulage - Scania R620
Kevin O'Brian recently took delivery of this immaculate new Scania R620 V8. Set up with Evans Engineering bolsters, it will be towing a matching Evans trailer. This R620 is running Scania's synchromesh grearbox and is on full air suspension.
JLD Logging - Scania R730
JLD Logging has replaced it's 470 logger with this new R730 and spared no expense, with every box ticked (to keep the driver, Lindsay, happy). The unit is fitted with Patchel logging gear and works around the central North Island.
Central Transport Limited - Scania R620
Central Transport has put this new R620 split-tipper to work. The unit has been set up with Roadmaster gear and is based in Reporoa in the central North Island. Brendon is very impressed with the fuel economy.
Heikel Transport - Scania R620
Heikel Transport has just added this new 620 to its all-Scania fleet. This smart unit is spec’d with Jackson gear and Nationwide crates. The unit is based in Whakatane and is driven by Michael Benner. Michael likes the 620 Scania for its comfort, power, retardation and stability.
Mike Harris - Scania R620
Mike and Christine Harris have put this impressive new R620 logging unit to work. Fitted with Patchel loggin gear, this unit is based in the central North Island. Mike is very impressed with the power and fuel economy of the 620.
RJ Lincoln - Scania R620
R J Lincoln has added this very sharp-looking R620 bulk unit to its fleet. Driver Gary is over the moon with his new truck, as it makes his working days a pleasure. The unit works around the central North Island carting hog fuel.
