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Scania R500

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Main specifications of Scania R500:

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Engine power
500 HP
Fuel
diesel
Load capacity
23,290 lb - 39,680 lb
Axle configuration
4x2 67% 6x2 28%
Suspension
air/air 55% spring/air 42%
Drive type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Characteristics
The specifications are based on the details provided by sellers in their ads on the website. These specifications may vary across different ads for the same model, so we display ranges or versions of these specifications. Be sure to confirm the specifications of a particular unit with the seller.

Description

Drive type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Load capacity
23,950 lb - 39,180 lb
Number of seats
2
Net weight
18,420 lb - 28,470 lb
Gross weight
41,890 lb - 61,730 lb
Fifth wheel height
40 in - 47.24 in

Engine

Intercooler
25%
Particulate filter
35%
Turbo
30%
Number of cylinders
6 56% 8 44%
Engine type
in-line 60% V-type 40%
Fuel
diesel
Engine power
500 HP
Number of valves
24 - 32
Engine volume
777.4 in³ - 952.4 in³
Battery capacity
180 kW⋅h - 235 kW⋅h

Gearbox

Gearbox type
automatic 78% manual 16%

Axles

Lifting axle
41%
Twin wheels
53%
Tyre size
315/70 R22.5 42% 315/80 R22.5 16% 385/65 R22.5 16% 385/55 R22.5 6%
Axle configuration
4x2 50% 6x2 38% 6x4 6%
Suspension
air/air 56% spring/air 37% spring/spring 5%
Axle brand
SCANIA
Brakes type
disc
Number of axles
2 - 3

Brakes

ABS
77%
EBS
55%
Intarder
27%
Engine brake
26%
Retarder
79%

Cabin and comfort

Board computer
49%
Electrically operated mirrors
57%
Refrigerator
66%
Sun visor
57%
Sunroof
35%
Air seats
35%
Mirror heater
38%
Portable radio set
14%
Spoilers
65%
Tachograph
66%
Tachometer
39%
Cruise control (tempomat)
73%
Adaptive cruise control
36%
Multifunction steering wheel
25%
Rain sensor
15%

Cabin

Sleeper
1 56% 2 26% 0 19%
Type of the cabin
Topline 36% Highline 33% Double cab 15% Streamline 6%

Additional options

Air conditioning
81%
Powered windows
69%
Seat heater
44%
Adjustable seats
14%
Seat position memory
driver seat 94% front seats 6%
Interior material
leather 57% velour 24% fabric 13%
Power steering
hydraulic 84% EPS 13%
Steering wheel adjustment
by height and reach 72% by height 28%
Seat ventilation
front seats

Multimedia

Autoradio
78%
GPS navigation
55%

Safety features

Airbag
27%
Differential lock
58%
Central lock
59%
Immobiliser
31%
Signal horns
11%
Alarm system
19%
Speed-limiting device
40%
ESP
33%
Lane Departure Warning System
32%

Parking assistance system

Reverse camera
15%

Optics

Auxiliary lamps
37%
Headlight adjuster
11%
Fog lights
63%
Daytime running light
16%
Headlights
LED 49% xenon 29% halogen 18%

Additional equipment

Tool box
24%

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Average score of Scania R500
4.4
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Price
4.5
Reliability
4.2
Maintenance
4.6
Operation
4.5
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Truck tractor Scania R500
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After driving the R500 for a couple of months, I find it performs well in most aspects.
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Truck tractor Scania R500
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Recently had the chance to operate the Scania R500 and must say, the engine performance is solid and responsive. A notable addition is the reclining bed option in the cab, which makes overnight rests much more comfortable. However, while the lighting system is good, on very dim stretches, I felt it wasn't as effective as I hoped. Overall, it's a dependable vehicle.
4.6
Truck tractor Scania R500
2018 Year
4.0 Price
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I recently drove the Scania R500 premium heavy-duty configuration for a transport job. The 500hp turbo-diesel and automated gearbox were excellent for handling heavy loads. The liftable third axle improved fuel efficiency when not fully loaded, which was a nice touch. On the downside, I found the cab's controls to be slightly cluttered, affecting quick adjustments. Overall, a strong performer.
4.4
Truck tractor Scania R500
2008 Year
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I’ve spent considerable time behind the wheel of the Scania R500 Streamline, and overall it’s been a solid performer for long-distance hauls. The cabin setup stands out for its comfortable layout and ease of use, which helps during extended drives. That V8 engine delivers consistent power, making highway climbs manageable even when fully loaded. However, maneuvering the vehicle in tighter town spaces can require more attention. Fuel efficiency is decent for a truck this size, although there might be room for slight improvements. Maintenance hasn’t been overly demanding, but some part replacements did take a bit longer than anticipated.
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Truck tractor Scania R500
2020 Year
4.0 Price
4.0 Reliability
4.0 Maintenance
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So I had a chance to try the R500 Streamline, and honestly, the look of the thing stands out on the road - that big grill makes it easy to spot. I wasn't expecting much from the interior, but it surprised me. Decent materials, nothing falling off, lots of room for legs and bags. Dashboard gives you all the info you need, maybe a little too much at times - took a while to figure out all the dials and switches. The engine's got lots of pull, didn't notice any lag when overtaking, and the brakes (with ABS and EBS standard now) did the job in bad weather. As for running costs, it's okay, just like any other modern Euro-5 truck with the big V8. Annoying that you have to get used to the steering adjustment, not super intuitive. Haven't driven it long enough to break anything but seems reliable so far.
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