Scania completes truck range: Launches L-series; adds new engines

Will Shiers
April 9, 2023

Scania has completed the roll-out of its new generation truck range with the launch of a low-entry L-series and a new 7-litre engine.

The 18-month launch programme commenced in August 2017 with the unveiling of the R- and S-series long-haul trucks. Featuring an entirely new modular cab system, these vehicles are widely considered to have set new standards in terms of driver comfort and visibility. The S-series, the first Scania to feature a completely flat floor, was promptly crowned International Truck of the Year 2017.

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In June the new G-series broke cover, completing the long-haul line-up. At the same time a 650hp version of the V8 engine was launched, which like the 520hp and 580hp derivatives, uses SCR-only technology. Now only the range-topping 730hp V8 uses a mixture of EGR and SCR.

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The next phase in the new truck roll-out happened in the autumn, with the launch of Scania’s XT heavy-duty construction range. Featuring a heavy-duty bumper with superior ground clearance, and numerous other tough styling cues, the XT package is available on all cab types. At the same time a new P-series cab was shown for the first time, but with very little fanfare. We now know that Scania was waiting for the launch of its new 7-litre engine before shouting about its new distribution range.

The final phase is the launch of the all-new L-series low-entry cab, designed for urban distribution. It is joined by crewcab derivative of the P-series.

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“Replacing and upgrading Scania’s entire global offering has been a fantastic experience,” says Alexander Vlaskamp, senior vice president at Scania Trucks. “It’s a real pleasure to be able to introduce the world’s most modern and sustainable transport solutions.”

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About the Author

Will Shiers

Will Shiers has held an HGV licence since the age of 21, and has been writing about commercial vehicles for the past 25 years. He started his career as technical editor on Motor Transport, before taking on the editorship of Truck & Driver. Since 2011 he has been the editor of industry leading weekly publication Commercial Motor. Will is the UK jury member of the International Truck of the Year.

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