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Bombproof Benz – Durability Behind Modplan Mercedes Truck Purchase
’Bombproof’ build quality and aftersales back-up are said to be the reasons window firm Modplan has gone back to its local Mercedes-Benz dealer for the latest 7.5-tonne additions to its fleet.
Modplan supplies PVC-u windows, doors and conservatories around the UK from its Newport base. The company went back to Euro Commercials for seven more trucks from the Mercedes-Benz Atego light and medium duty distribution range.
Three have replaced vehicles from the previous Atego model which has provided reliable service for 10 years. The remaining four represent extensions to the fleet to support Modplan’s continued growth.
“We needed more trucks to meet the increased demand for our products. With the price of fuel continuing to rise to eye-watering levels, it also made sound business sense to invest in newer equipment, which is more economical to run and better for the environment.”
– Gareth Gough
Logistics manager, Modplan
Nice bodies
Modplan took advantage of competitive funding support from Mercedes-Benz Finance to acquire its new trucks.
Each have box bodies by Cardiff Truck & Bus. All are 816 variants with ClassicSpace S-cabs and 5.1-litre engines that produce 115 kW (156 hp).
Modplan has one 18-tonner (which was not purchased from Euro Commercials) all the rest have a 7.5-tonne gross weight.
Durability
All the trucks offer very good driving dynamics, comfort and manoeuvrability. The team at Modplan are clearly hoping the new Atego lives up to the reputation for The reliability and durability of the old Atego.
Modplan’s trucks deliver products to trade customers nationwide who account for up to 70% of its turnover; the rest is export business, most of it with Scandinavia.
Gough continues: “We purchased our first batch of seven Mercedes-Benz trucks from Euro Commercials in 2012. They were so much better in every respect than the vehicles we were using previously that we’ve stuck with them ever since.
“Indeed, the Atego has proved to be pretty well bombproof, so much so that we still have three of those original trucks. Each has now covered in excess of half a million miles but they’re still out there doing the job, day in, day out, which is a great testament to the brand.”
Economy
In a new departure, rather than opting again for manual gearboxes Modplan specified its latest trucks with six-speed Mercedes PowerShift 3 automated manual transmissions, which offer slick changes and feature an EcoRoll mode that helps to reduce fuel consumption.
In another first, Modplan has signed-up to five-year Mercedes-Benz Complete Service Contracts.
Picture: Modplan logistics manager, Gareth Gough (left) and transport manager, Alan Oldham, with a new Mercedes-Benz Atego truck.
Article written by Cathryn Ellis
20th July 2022