The Managing Director of Westar Associates Limited, Mr. Mirko Plath, has assured construction industries of reliable trucks that will enhance productivity in the sector.
The company, which is the sole authorised general distributor of Mercedes Benz in Nigeria, recently launched new trucks, Actros and Arocs.
According to Plath, “for businesses to be more competitive, especially in the heavy-duty transport and construction segments, reliable trucks with better advantage over others are needed in order to boost productivity.”
He noted that the Mercedes-Benz brand has been successful over the years and has earned its respect and recognition in the Nigerian market over time, especially in the heavy-duty truck segment.
“Understanding our environment and the extreme weather conditions alongside the infrastructural deficits, Mercedes-Benz has continuously improved on its design of heavy-duty trucks, giving them the ability to handle our rough roads and still maintain beautiful resale value even after using the vehicles for a long period of time,” he said.
He added, “I can assure you that the research and development team left nothing to chance in creating the new Mercedes-Benz Actros and Arocs. The experts extensively tested every detail, because vehicles in this market segment must be extremely reliable to sustain its place at the top position in the industry.”
However, Plath disclosed that the new Actros comes as a medium or heavy-duty truck with weight variants from 18 to 33
ton.
“It is a semi-trailer tractor for long distance haulage and for heavy duty transport, equipped with a six-cylinder OM 460 diesel engine that comes in two rated power output of 265 KW (360 hp) or 310 KW (421hp) and with optionally available power outputs of up to 425 KW (578 hp), the new Actros comes with a 3900 mm or 3600 mm wheel base and a torque rating from 1800 nm to 2800 nm depending on the variant. It is available in 6×4 or 4×2 configurations,”
Meanwhile, stakeholders have expressed satisfaction in the two new trucks, describing the products as outstanding and perfect.
An official of the Federal Road Safety Corps, who did not want his name mentioned, said the trucks are very unique.
“Looking at the specifications, the trucks are perfectly made, with maximum guarantee on their functionality. No doubt, it will be of great benefit and advantage, especially to the construction industry, and more importantly to any construction company that acquires them,” he said.
Another passionate user of Mercedes-Benz vehicle, Peter Uzo, said Benz products are fantastic.
“I have been using Mercedes-Benz cars for over 25 years and I have never had any regrets. I recently for the first time purchased a Mercedes-Benz truck for my granite business and it has been serving me very well with no issues at all,” he
said.
