Man TGX: description, specifications and photos

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

MAN is one of the leading manufacturers of long haul tractors and trucks in Europe. This company specializes exclusively in commercial vehicles. MAN trucks are known not only in Europe, but also far beyond its borders. These machines are renowned for their reliable engines and comfortable cabs. MAN trucks are ideal for long hauls.

Appearance

Let's start with the appearance. The cabin design is very modern, despite the fact that the first machine of the TGX series was released ten years ago. By the way, German engineers took the frame and cab of the TGA truck as a basis. It was TGX that became its continuation. The characteristic features of the new cabin are slanted optics, a large radiator grille and just a huge windshield. Also on the top versions of MAN there is additional glazing at the top of the cab. And as for the rear window, which is located just behind the side glass, it is present directly from the factory. This glass was originally tinted. This window partially goes into the sleeping compartment, and many complain about the sun.rays that penetrate into the "spalka". There is no way to close it with anything. You have to invent some stubs yourself.

What pleases in the new MAN is a huge plastic lining on the door that covers the two steps. Here, drivers can leave their shoes without fear that they will somehow fall out. Another plus is the presence of side boxes in the cab. They open from the inside, for a special cable lever. The lid of the chest has a gas stop.

An interesting feature: MAN uses "smart" lighting technology. How it works? When you turn the steering wheel to the right or left, the system automatically turns on the side light. So, the dead zone is illuminated by a separate lamp located in the foglight section. This was done not only for convenience, but also for safety.

Paint and corrosion protection

Is the cabin well painted? The owners say that the quality of the paintwork here is at a good level. There are no chips after 500-800 thousand kilometers. But the headlights sweat, and this is a minus. Does MAN rust? Most of the elements in the tractor (and these are the bumper, steps, part of the doors, spoilers) are made of plastic. Therefore, there is nothing to rust here. Instances that have traveled over a million kilometers do not have the slightest hint of rust. In this regard, the Germans deserve respect. The only drawback is the attachment loops of the side spoiler, which moves away from the right side. The hinges loosen over time. And if there is a need to hook or unhook a trailer, it is difficult to move this spoiler to the side.

Bucky

If we talk about thepopular truck (Man TGX, truck tractor), it is equipped with two fuel tanks. On the right side, it has a capacity of 580 liters. There is a double tank on the left side.

Here there is a partition that separates diesel fuel and "AdBlue" (in the common people "urea"). The tank capacity itself is 760 liters for diesel fuel, and 80 for "urea". It is worth noting the high power reserve. With full tanks, the Man TGX TGS can travel up to 3.8 thousand kilometers. The consumption of "urea" is small - in a ratio of one to ten relative to diesel fuel.

Salon

Manufacturer MAN provides several cab options for truck tractors and trucks of the TGX series:

• XL.
• XLX.
• XXL.

To find out all the features, consider each cabin separately.

Man TGX XL

This is the most compact version of the cabin. Commonly used on local purpose trucks as well as dump trucks. Despite its size, this cab provides the driver with all the necessary comfort. There is one sleeping bed, as well as a lot of niches for storing small things. Very comfortable seats in MANA, drivers say.

XLX

These tractors are already more suitable for the track. First of all, such a cabin is equipped with a refrigerator. It freezes up to four degrees, which allows you to store not only vegetables, but also meat. There is also a bed with a soft mattress in this cabin. Some configurations of the Man TGX XLX truck are equipped with two sleeping berths.

Himselfthe manufacturer says the XLX cab is suitable for regional hauls. However, drivers feel comfortable on longer distance flights. There is enough space here to walk at full height without touching the crown of the ceiling. There is also an electric sunroof. It is hidden behind a spoiler, so you can open it even in the rain without fear that water will get inside.

XXL cab

This is the top version of the MAN truck tractor. This cabin is so high that the manufacturer has provided additional windows in the upper part of it (for better daylight penetration). This cabin has two sleeping berths. The upper one can recline, however, not by 90 (as on the Renault T-series), but by 50 degrees. The top shelf is equipped with gas stops. But on the bottom there are none. Lifting this shelf is much more difficult.

The XXL cabin must have a refrigerator. It's pretty roomy. Here you can store a one and a half liter bottle of water in an upright position. But drivers say that it cools unevenly. Ice forms in the area of the side and back walls, but in the area of the lid the temperature barely reaches five degrees Celsius. The height of the top cabin is more than two meters. This is one of the most spacious cabs among all trucks of the big European seven.

The driver's seat is organized with ergonomics in mind. Everything you need is at hand. At the top there is a walkie-talkie and a tachograph, which can be reached without looking up from the seat. Also in MAN there are two more stubs nearby. One of them is equipped with the Tol Collect system (road payment in Germany).

The steering wheel is quite comfortable, with a pleasant grip. All the necessary buttons are here. You can remotely adjust the cruise control, raise or lower the engine speed, and also go to the on-board computer menu. On the instrument panel there is not only a speedometer and a tachometer. Here, the digital display shows very important information for the driver - the mode of work and rest. Electronics in real time shows how much time the driver has traveled since the pause, as well as the total ride for two weeks. There is a small ledge on the center console where you can put a cup of tea or coffee. There is a drawer underneath. A little higher is a small glove compartment with a 12-volt cigarette lighter. Pretty big mirrors in MAN. There are six of them here.

Driver's seat

The seat in MAN is air-suspended. It can be adjusted in height, stiffness, as well as the level of the backrest. Additionally, there are two armrests. By the way, the seat belt is integrated directly into the back. It is very comfortable to reach for it. And if the driver forgot to buckle up, a sound indicator will tell him about it. But this is not always convenient. When approaching a loading or unloading point and after receiving documents (when you need to leave the salon), this system will beep wildly as soon as the car moves more than five kilometers per hour. And wearing your seat belt all the time during this period is not an option.

Cab Flaws

It would seem that the cab of the Man TGX is simply the standard of a modern tractor. But there are drawbacks here. This is a hard and creaky plastic panel,which scratches easily, as well as door seals through which air noise can be heard at speed. The doors are very hard to close. The remote control is inconveniently located. It is not duplicated near the sleeping bag. If you need to turn on the "hair dryer", the driver will have to reach out with his hand all the way to the front panel.

Specifications

Man TGX is equipped with different engines. But the most popular is the straight-six. The base engine is 10 and a half liters. This modification has the designation 18.400. Man TGX of this version develops 400 horsepower. But that's not all. There is also a version for 440 forces. The Man TGX 18.440 engine has a volume of 12.4 liters. Also in Europe, MAN for 480 horsepower is popular. Remarkably, this power is realized on the same six-cylinder engine with the same volume of the combustion chamber. What is the secret? It's simple - the Germans "untwisted" the turbine, due to which the technical characteristics increased significantly.

The top and rarest engine is a 680 horsepower diesel unit. This is a 16.2 liter engine. In commercial companies, such MAN is almost never found. By the way, this unit has eight cylinders arranged in a V-shape.

It is worth noting that the resource of the above motors is more than two million kilometers. These engines have hardly changed since the MAN TGA and have already proved their reliability to everyone.

Gearbox

Man TGX Euro 6 is equipped with a manual transmission on16 steps. The gearbox for these trucks is manufactured by ZF. The transmission is equipped with a CommonShift hydraulic drive. And the lever itself controls the box through two cables. How do you shift gears in such a box? Everything is very simple here. The gearshift diagram is on the handle. In fact, there are only four positions. However, to switch to an increased range of gears (fifth and higher), you need to move the flag under the handle up. Switching speeds can be done without depressing the pedals. Its function can be performed by a small button located on the lever. True, you can use it only when driving (preferably at a speed of more than 40 kilometers per hour).

Retarder, intarder

The presence of these systems is not uncommon on modern trucks. And MAN was no exception. In the basic configuration, the machine is equipped with an intarder. This is a special retarder that reduces the speed of the car by closing the damper in the exhaust system. The retarder interacts with the engine. It is a continuous brake and its operation is based on the principle of decompression. However, this type of retarder is not available on all versions of MAN.

Pendant

Depending on the configuration, the Man TGX Euro 6 can have a full spring, combined or air suspension. But often the second type is used on mainline trucks.

So, there are four air tanks in the back, and a spring leaf in the front (don't be surprised, there is only one). This design provides highreliability and smoothness of the course, at the same time does not demand expensive service. By the way, the cab itself is sprung on two more pillows. Therefore, the driver practically does not feel the difference between these types of suspensions.

Clearance adjustment

The main tractor can change the clearance position thanks to the control panel, which is located to the left of the driver's seat. So, you can set the most minimum or maximum position, depending on the need (for example, when hitching a trailer). Suspension quickly takes the desired position. Everything happens in a matter of seconds. In terms of range, the suspension can be lowered nine centimeters or raised twenty centimeters above the transport position. These settings are stored in the on-board computer, after which they can be used again.

ETS 2

By the way, this machine is popular not only among carriers, but also among gamers. There is a Man TGX in Euro Truck Simulator. In the game, you can drive this truck tractor, feeling like a real truck driver. What does the ETS 2 Man TGX look like in the game? The reader can see a photo of this tractor in a computer simulator below.

The car has a realistic design and interior. You can download the Man TGX mod for Euro Truck Simulator on specialized forums. Well, we will return to the review.

Summing up

So, we found out what the main truck MAN of the TGX series is. This tractor is still produced and awarded the title of legend. The machine hascomfortable cabin and almost perpetual motion. This truck will not become a burden for the carrier company. Breakdowns in MAN are rare. According to the carriers, the car works out its money at 100 percent. Yes, it is much more expensive than MAZs and KamAZs. But the essence is known in comparison.