The new DAF Series : the best gets even better

The DAF CF Series has earned a great reputation among operators and drivers alike. For the stylish yet sturdy exterior design, the spacious and comfortable cab with its great access, the class-leading ride and handling, and its superior efficiency, well-proven reliability and durability. DAF’s CF Series is a winner in every aspect. How to further improve such a superior product, while at the same time lowering operating costs? That was the challenge for DAF’s engineers and design team. As always they succeeded again in making the best even better: The new CF Series.

The exterior changes to the CF are subtle, thus avoiding that the current CFs in the fleet – launched only a few years ago – look outdated. The new mirrors (optional in body colour), the cat’s-eye combi-lights and the distinctive aluminium strip on the lower grille that signifies Euro 4 and Euro 5 compliance, just give the new CF that little extra touch that makes a modern design even more so.


Inviting Interior

When entering the spacious cab, the changes are more pronounced. As in the new XF105, the cab of the new CF offers a truly warm atmosphere, featuring new colours and trim, a new dashboard and modern instrument panel, a steering wheel with optional integrated controls and airbag and ergonomically placed handles and switches.

The dashboard has a three DIN-slot that can accommodate a large screen for a camera system or on-board computer, while still leaving space for the audio installation which is well within reach of the driver. The AS-Tronic actuator has been moved to the steering column, further improving cross-cab access.

All in all the new CF features a classy and practical cab interior that is easy to clean.

 New Engines

The new CF Series offers a whole new engine range, featuring up to 4% lower fuel consumption.

The CF65 is equipped with the new 6.7 litre PACCAR GR six-cylinder in line engine. Outputs range from 220 up to 280 hp, with torques from 850 up to 1,020 Nm. The new PACCAR GR engine complies with the Euro 4 emissions standard, thanks to the high-pressure common rail injection system and SCR after-treatment technology.

The CF75 is powered by the brand-new 9.2 litre PACCAR PR engine, offering outputs of 250, 310 and 360 hp with maximum torques of 1,050, 1,275 and 1,450 Nm respectively. The new PACCAR PR engine complies with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emissions standards, thanks to the SMART injection system and SCR after-treatment technology.

The CF85 features the all-new 12.9 litre PACCAR MX engine from the XF105, available in 360, 410, 460 and 510 hp with high torques ranging from 1,775 up to 2,500 Nm! The new PACCAR MX engine complies with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emissions standards, thanks to the SMART injection system and SCR after-treatment technology.

Three different engines with different performance ratings, but all designed from the same philosophy: offer the highest standards of efficiency, reliability and durability to the operator, while providing comfortable power to the driver.

CF Chassis

The chassis is totally flat, so it is easy for the body builder. The chassis lay out optimises the available space and is already prepared and predrilled to accept a variety of superstructures suiting a range of different applications.

DAF SCR Technology for a bright future

All new DAF CF vehicles feature Selective Catalytic Reduction for achieving the stringent Euro 4 or Euro 5 emissions values. SCR is the best and currently the only viable choice for both Euro 4 and Euro 5. SCR technology is simple, reliable and efficient. As SCR is an after-treatment system, it allows the most efficient combustion in the engine. Little wonder that most truck manufacturers in Europe have chosen SCR. And DAF goes even further. DAF SCR Technology comes with a whole new range of PACCAR engines with smart injection technology that makes a particulate filter redundant. With optimised combustion for classleading fuel efficiency, performance, durability and reliability. The ideal foundation for low cost of operation and high resale values.

How does it work?

It’s simple and effective. Basically the exhaust gas aftertreatment system consists of a catalytic converter, a dosing unit and an AdBlue tank with at least enough capacity to match the range offered by the fuel tank. The exhaust gases are lead through the Selective Catalytic Converter, where AdBlue is added. A chemical process takes place, resulting NOx emissions being broken down into harmless water and nitrogen. AdBlue consumption is only 3 to 5% of the diesel consumption, or around 1.5 litres per 100 kilometres.

Constructor : daftrucks.com