LF receives PIEK-certification as a 'Quiet Truck': LF lightweight joins DAF’s quiet revolution

Eindhoven, 28 October 2015: Following the successful launch of the CF and XF Silent models, DAF has now added an extra-quiet distribution truck variant to its LF range. With confirmation of PIEK-certification on its PACCAR PX-5 engine (at 150bhp and 180bhp outputs) DAF’s lightweight 4x2 rigid models for early morning and night-time urban operations are now available to UK operators.

The expansion of the Euro 6 range to include the LF Silent continues the company’s DAF Transport Efficiency theme  a philosophy that aims to further increase truck efficiency by reducing operating costs and maximising uptime.

In its special 'Silent Mode', which can be activated by a simple push of a button on the dashboard, the extra-quiet LF has a noise level of no more than 72 dB(A), meeting the conditions for certification as a 'Quiet Truck'. This enables goods to be loaded and unloaded in areas where evening, night-time or early morning noise restrictions apply – thus maximising operational flexibility and improving efficiency.

Abbey Logistics is already benefitting from DAF’s Silent technology having become the first UK operator earlier this year with a CF 440 FT Silent tractor unit, now in regular service (with a Feldbinder Command Steer trailer) into central London on the company’s British Salt contract.

The new LF Silent, however, provides operational opportunities for lighter-weight rigid operators where daily deliveries into town and city centres can often prove problematic. The LF Silent can allow operational flexibility outside of peak periods thus helping to reduce congestion and, importantly, reducing the risk of accidents involving vulnerable road users.

The new 7.5-tonne DAF LF Silent is powered by the efficient 4.5-litre PACCAR
PX-5 engine, with ratings of 112 kW/152 hp and 135 kW/184 hp. The engine is already known for its low noise level and is linked to an automated AS Tronic six-speed gearbox.

DAF can deliver the new LF Silent as a 4x2 rigid with a choice between a day cab, extended day cab and sleeper cab, and with a wide range of wheelbase options.

Importantly for customers of LF, CF and XF Silent models, acquisition costs remain low thanks to conventional driveline technology. Other PIEK-certified vehicles on the market are powered with gas engines or have hybrid drivelines resulting in prohibitive up-front acquisition costs.

The new, extra-quiet LF is available to order now from DAF dealers.

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For more information:

DAF Trucks N.V.
Corporate Communication Department
Rutger Kerstiens, +31 40 214 2874
www.daf.com

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