Best MAN truck?

[PartyPopper]

First of all, I would like to apologise if my request is unreasonable. I am aware that what truck to buy is dependent on personal preference. However, I would like to know what is the “best” MAN truck that money can buy. I am specifically looking for something that is powerful and easy to use, considering that I use automatic shifting. I originally assumed that I could just go to the MAN dealership and pick the most expensive one, but I was wondering if there were other things to consider. Thanks for any advice.

[luZk]

My farv MAN is the MAN TGX euro6, i like the new one too but the first mentioned is just chefs kiss. 640 hp on 4x2 chassis, I have 55000 km on mine and it's sitting on 33.5L/100km. Best cabin road overview in the game, mirror placement exellent, dashboard simple and easy to overview. 10/10

[fgaliegue]

What control setup do you have?

Because if your control setup allows you to NOT use the builtin automatic gearbox algorithm then this is the first thing you should ditch. Use sequential.

Two other points:

* unfortunately, if you go with a 6x4 chassis, the MAN has the smallest fuel tank of them all ("only" 400 litres); you are better off with a 4x2;
* the drivetrains provided by SCS are at least 3 years behind the current OEM offerings, and MAN is no exception.

For myself, I'd go for the TGX GX, 510 engine, 4x2 chassis and the 12 speed ZF gearbox with retarder. It can handle a lot, but is not quite as fuel efficient as the equivalent DAF offering. In game, that is. In real life, DAF is currently lagging behind the competition...

[PartyPopper]

Originally posted by luZk:

My farv MAN is the MAN TGX euro6, i like the new one too but the first mentioned is just chefs kiss. 640 hp on 4x2 chassis, I have 55000 km on mine and it's sitting on 33.5L/100km. Best cabin road overview in the game, mirror placement exellent, dashboard simple and easy to overview. 10/10

Alright, I'll go for the TGX Euro 6 XXL as you suggested, It will be nice to have the huge windscreen lol. Thanks very much for the advice.

[PartyPopper]

Originally posted by fgaliegue:

What control setup do you have?

Because if your control setup allows you to NOT use the builtin automatic gearbox algorithm then this is the first thing you should ditch. Use sequential.

Two other points:

* unfortunately, if you go with a 6x4 chassis, the MAN has the smallest fuel tank of them all ("only" 400 litres); you are better off with a 4x2;
* the drivetrains provided by SCS are at least 3 years behind the current OEM offerings, and MAN is no exception.

For myself, I'd go for the TGX GX, 510 engine, 4x2 chassis and the 12 speed ZF gearbox with retarder. It can handle a lot, but is not quite as fuel efficient as the equivalent DAF offering. In game, that is. In real life, DAF is currently lagging behind the competition...

I will have a look at my control setup to make sure I enable sequential shifting. I'll also stick with the 4x2 chassis as you suggested. Thanks very much for your advice.

[Rumpelcrutchskin]

I prefer the MAN TGX Euro 5 with 680 hp engine and 6x4. This older version has nice cabin view, nice engine and you can actually use 6x4 (700L with 6x4), unlike the new one with pathetic fuel tank.
New version is just rubbish.

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