Fording capability
Feature
• Torque tube technology
• Air intake pipe at level of cab roof
• Large ground clearance
• Fan with electronic viscous clutch, mechanically driven via
propeller shaft, raised
• Key components and electrical devices protected against
splashing water
Advantage
• Enables standard fording capability to 80 cm
• No permanent drive, fan remains operational
• No damage resulting from exposure to water
• No sagging of a V-belt
Standard fording capability to 80 cm
Technical Manual
Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks
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Product concept