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4.2

Box truck DAF LF

2016 Year

4.0 Price

5.0 Reliability

4.0 Maintenance

4.0 Operation

4.0 Convenience

I’ve driven the DAF LF for work recently, and overall, it performs decently. Fuel consumption levels depend heavily on the road conditions, particularly inclines and load capacity. Maintaining steady speeds on highways yields better efficiency. Maneuverability in tight spots is okay but requires attention. The cabin comfort could use slight improvements, especially for long drives.

4.4

Box truck DAF LF

2016 Year

4.0 Price

4.0 Reliability

5.0 Maintenance

5.0 Operation

4.0 Convenience

Having spent considerable time in the DAF LF, I can share some insights. The air suspension feature definitely enhances the ride, even on bumpy roads. The dashboard layout keeps it simple; however, some might find the organization slightly basic. Despite this, the truck's handling is smooth, even when fully loaded. The payload capability is commendable for its class, but the cab's interior leaves room for improvement in terms of space arrangement.

4.0

Box truck DAF LF

2014 Year

4.0 Price

4.0 Reliability

4.0 Maintenance

5.0 Operation

3.0 Convenience

Test drove a few models of the DAF LF, and I can say it's a handy size for urban logistics. Its turning radius is phenomenal. However, the engine might feel a bit underwhelming for hill climbs with heavy loads.

3.8

Dump truck Mercedes-Benz Arocs

2014 Year

3.0 Price

5.0 Reliability

3.0 Maintenance

4.0 Operation

4.0 Convenience

I’ve driven the Arocs for a little over a year now, mainly for some heavy construction hauls. Suspension is stiff, no surprise there - but it does handle bad roads better than I expected. Cab layout works out fine once you’re used to the rocker switches everywhere. The mirrors could be a bit bigger, pretty sure I’m not the only one grumbling about that. Maintenance isn’t cheap - this is Mercedes, after all. But you get less downtime, so that helps. Comfort isn’t bad, seat does its job even on longer days.

4.2

Dump truck Mercedes-Benz Arocs

2016 Year

3.0 Price

4.0 Reliability

4.0 Maintenance

5.0 Operation

5.0 Convenience

This truck's off-road capabilities are solid. The 8x8 drive setup means no terrain intimidates it. The turbo retarder clutch is pretty innovative-braking feels smoother than you'd expect. But honestly, for regular urban deliveries, I'd say it's overkill. Maintenance with all that tech might be a bit pricey too. The seats offer great comfort, though. I've had worse.

4.0

Box truck MAN TGL

2012 Year

4.0 Price

4.0 Reliability

4.0 Maintenance

5.0 Operation

3.0 Convenience

I've driven the MAN TGL for a decent amount of time now. Its maneuverability in urban environments is commendable, thanks to the agile steering system. However, pitting it against uneven roads reveals some limits in suspension durability. While the cabin's spaciousness impresses, noise isolation could be improved during higher speeds.

4.4

Box truck Mercedes-Benz Atego

2016 Year

4.0 Price

5.0 Reliability

4.0 Maintenance

5.0 Operation

4.0 Convenience

Used the Atego a lot on construction sites, mostly the shorter Day cab version. It handles those cramped yards well, especially with the full air brakes and hill hold, makes stop-start traffic less stressful. Not a ton of luxury, but tough - never had it let me down pushing through rough access roads or bouncing over curbs.

Power-wise, the bigger engine with the Telligent auto gearbox suits heavy loads, but I don't love the noise once it gets working hard. Usually keep windows down anyway, so what can you do. Feels sturdy, no big problems keeping it on the job, just service regularly and it holds up.

3.8

Box truck Mitsubishi Fuso Canter

2017 Year

3.0 Price

5.0 Reliability

4.0 Maintenance

4.0 Operation

3.0 Convenience

Been running a Canter FG 4x4 around quarries and occasionally on paved highway sections. Engine's gutsy enough for what I need, and hill start stuff helps with heavy loads staring at a climb. Manual shift out of the dash takes a bit to get used to but keeps the cab floor open which I actually like for moving around. Suspension could use a rethink, rides hard unless fully loaded, so if you're empty you feel every bump. Never had it give up on me though, solid reliability after some heavy days. Not the cheapest for up front buy but running costs are manageable.

4.2

Refrigerated truck Mercedes-Benz Antos

2013 Year

4.0 Price

4.0 Reliability

5.0 Maintenance

4.0 Operation

4.0 Convenience

Drove the Volumer version for a month on retail stuff - that's the one with the taller interior and lower loading sill. Tossing in big pallets is so much easier, and unloading is a bit less of a grind on your back. Not the flashiest looking, looks like a cube on wheels, but that's the job. Engine is strong enough, I had the 10.7L unit, pulls alright, though the gearbox sometimes feels like it's thinking too much before shifting. No major issues, runs fine day in, day out. Inside, I wish the cab had a bit more ventilation, got hot in the summer when stuck in traffic. Can't say anything really broke, reliability's decent, just a couple of minor electric glitches with the dash, sorted fast by service. Decent lorry, does the job without drama.