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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.

3.8

Box truck Mercedes-Benz Atego 818

2018 Year

3.0 Price

4.0 Reliability

4.0 Maintenance

4.0 Operation

4.0 Convenience

Drove the 818 last year for a delivery gig. I got the 3-seat setup which is a plus when we had an extra person. The ABS and stuff like ASR come standard, which is good because sometimes you have to slam the brakes. Cabin build feels solid but the material isn’t fancy. It’s plain but it works. Not the quietest inside but not too loud to bother me. Radio and all that basic tech is there, nothing high-end. Price-wise, it’s a Mercedes, so not the cheapest out there for trucks. But it doesn’t eat fuel too fast, and I didn’t have any breakdowns. Transmission shifts smooth, clutch isn’t too stiff.

4.6

Box truck MAN TGL

2012 Year

3.0 Price

5.0 Reliability

5.0 Maintenance

5.0 Operation

5.0 Convenience

I've been driving this MAN TGL for years hauling fish, we fitted a Thermo King 600 and an aluminum box back in 2011. After about 600k km the body only has mechanical dents on the doors, nothing major given the tough salty, wet cargo. Brakes are strong - they stop the truck predictably and I trust them on highway runs. The sleeper is noticeably wider than old Kamaz cabs, I sleep okay on long shifts. Fuel around 20-24 L/100km when loaded, so not tiny but expected with a fridge and heavy loads. It cost a fair bit up front, but after the one big outfitting job we mostly had small fixes only. Overload it and you'll speed up wear, but otherwise it's held together solidly.