TGM 18.

240 4x2 BB
4x2 Freight Carrier
Compact Cab

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Engine
MAN 6-cylinder in line common rail diesel engine with turbo charger & intercooler

Engine Model D0836LFL40

Displacement 6.87 litre
Output 240 hp / 176 kW at 2400 r/min
Torque Nm 925Nm at 1200 – 1800 r/min
Green Band 1300 – 1500 r/min
Engine regulation EDC
Engine brake EVB Exhaust Valve Brake
Air Compressor Single cylinder 238cc
Fuel System Twin fuel filter and Separ water separator

Intake System Transmission

Raised air intake with dry air filter at bottom right. Model: • ZF 9S1310 over drive gearbox
• 9 forward speeds, 1 reverse
Description: • Synchromesh gearbox with manual shift
Clutch • First gear ratio – 9.48
Model: • F&S 395 mm Diameter • Top gear ratio – 0.75

Propeller Shafts
Steering Operation: • Maintenance free
Model: • ZF power steering type 8098
Operation: • Pneumatic steering wheel adjustment for height and
inclination
• Steering wheel lock as standard

Speed Table – with 315/80R22.5 tyres at 2400 r/min

Forward gears 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Transmission ratio 9.48 6.58 4.70 3.68 2.62 1.89 1.35 1.00 0.75
Speed (km/h) with 4.63:1 axle ratio 9 14 19 26 35 48 67 91 121

Climbing Ability at V Rating Power Take Off

Moving off behaviour 38 % Electrically prepared for retro-fitment of Power Take Off
Top gear gradability 3.1 % at 89 km/h

Front Axle & Suspension Rear Axle & Suspension

Model: • MAN VOK-07 dropped front axle with life Model: • MAN HY-1133 Hypoid axle with hub unit
lubricated hub unit • Differential lock fitted as standard
Description: • 7 500 kg Parabolic springs with shock Description: • 11 500 kg Parabolic suspension with stabilisers
absorbers and stabilisers • Rear Axle Ratio: 4.63:1
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Brake System MAN Tronic

Description: • M
 AN BrakeMatic Electronic Braking System with • C AN (Controller Area data Network) serial bus
ABS, air dryer system, connecting computer systems, sensors
• Disc brakes on all wheels & actuator units, without the need for complex
• Asbestos free brake linings wiring harness. High operational reliability with
double contact security
• Computers optimise driveline & brake efficiency, fuel economy, vehicle
Wheels reliability, ease of use, and safety
• Comprehensive diagnostic functions resulting in reduced maintenance &
Front tyres: • Standard Size: 315/80R22.5 Tubeless Radial repair times
• Capacity 7 700 kg
• Steel disc wheels 10-hole 9.00-22.5
Fuel Tank
Rear tyres: • Standard Size: 315/80R22.5 Tubeless Radial
• Capacity 13 400 kg Size: • 300 litre aluminium fuel tank
• Steel disc wheels 10-hole 9.00-22.5
Position: • Right hand side of chassis
• Spare wheel carrier on left hand side
Additional: • Fuel tank strainer with lockable fuel tank cap

Electrical System • 24 Volt Chassis Frame

Batteries: • 2 batteries, 12V 88Ah Material: • U section main members of high strength TM500
Alternator: • 28V 80A 2240 W tempered steel with riveted & bolted cross members
Battery Isolation: • Mechanical battery main switch Dimensions: • 270 x 70 x 7 mm
Accessories: • Single tone horn Features: • Synthetic bumper with integrated air dam
• Service meter • Rear cross member for trailer coupling (brake
connections on frame end are standard fitment)
• Body mounting brackets
• Front & rear under ride guards

C “Compact” cab with low roof

Width: • 2 240 mm
Length: • 1 620 mm
Suspension: • Coil sprung cab mounts
Features: • Windscreen of tinted
laminated glass
• Cab rear wall with 3 windows
• Mechanical door window winders

• E
 xtensive protection against corrosion: Panels fully galvanized, GFRP elements, plastic
cladding for areas subject to stone impact
• Sun shade in front of windscreen, laminated & tinted windscreen, tinted side windows
• Air conditioner with Automatic temperature control
• Radio with RDS function and CD player
• Rear-view mirrors mechanically adjustable
• Air sprung high-comfort driver's seat
• Co-driver’s seat consistent of 2 x non adjustable seats. Backrest of centre seat is foldable to
provide beverage storage and table. Left hand seat with storage space beneath seat cushion
• Extensive storage facilities
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H01
H02

H03
H04
H07
H06
L10 L01 L11
L42
H01
H02

B03
B01

B05
B02
H03
H04
H07
H06

L10 L01 L11

L42

Vehicle MAN Chassis Type TGM 4x2 18.240 BB

Cab Type C Compact
B03
B01

B05
B02
Combination Mass GCM G60 33 000 kg
D/T 33 000 kg
Tare Mass Tare Mass of Chassis Cab Excluding Driver & Fuel: 5 365 kg
– Front Axle 3 370 kg
– Rear Axle 1 995 kg
Manufacturer's GA Front G01 7 500 kg
Gross Vehicle GA Rear G02 11 500 kg
Mass
GVM G09 18 000 kg
Legal A Front 7 500 kg
Gross Vehicle A Rear 9 000 kg
Mass
V – Rating 16 500 kg
Legal Body and Payload Capacity 11 135 kg
Lengths Wheelbase L01 5 775 mm
Front Overhang L10 1 400 mm
Rear Overhang L11 3 075 mm
Overall Length L42 10 250 mm
Centre Line Front Axle to Back of Cab 313 mm
Rear Of Cab To End Of Chassis Frame 8 533 mm
Cab to Rear Axle Centreline C/A 5 462 mm
Standard Body Length to End of Chassis Frame SBL 8 352 mm
Maximum Body Length – Overhang = 60% of W/B MBL 8 902 mm
Heights Overall Height Unladen H01 2 936 mm
Overall Height Laden H02 2 860 mm
Chassis Frame Height Unladen H03 1 119 mm
Chassis Frame Height Laden H04 978 mm
Ground Clearance Front H06 249 mm
Ground Clearance Rear H07 279 mm
Width Chassis Cab Width B01 2 240 mm
Chassis Width at Rear B05 864 mm
Width Across Rear Tyres B02 2 422 mm
Turning Circle Kerb to Kerb (m) K01 19,8 m
Swept Circle (m) K02 21,2 m
No spare wheel carrier holder bracket on chassis & weight of spare wheel thus not included.
NOTE: Changes may have been made to the products since this brochure went to press. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the design, form, colour and specifications
during delivery period, provided these changes, while taking into account the interests of the vendor, can be deemed responsible with respect to the purchaser. The illustrations may include
accessories and items of optional equipment which are not part of the standard specification. Performance figures, weights and dimensions given in this brochure may deviate as a result of
various operating conditions, manufacturing tolerances and above mentioned specification changes. Please consult your MAN dealer for more details.

MAN Automotive (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd.

Founders Hill Office Park, The Views, 18 Centenary Way, Founders Hill,
Modderfontein 1609 South Africa
Tel: +27 11 928-6800
www.mantruckandbus.co.za

Ref: TGM 18.240 4x2 BB Freight Carrier Compact Cab / 13.11.2017 · Printed in South Africa
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