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In the big top! - MAN inmotion

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Corinthian5, available with iPad2 communications, is<br />

a ‘technology-enhanced’ vehicle that is already being<br />

described as ‘<strong>the</strong> intelligent truck’.<br />

<strong>MAN</strong> Truck & Bus UK has<br />

introduced its <strong>the</strong> limited edition, ‘flagship’ tractor as part<br />

of its 20th Anniversary celebrations in <strong>the</strong> UK. The<br />

‘Corinthian5’ is available on both 4x2 and 6x2 TGX tractors<br />

with <strong>the</strong> spacious XXL cab. The trucks offer a choice of<br />

tried and tested driveline technology, with <strong>MAN</strong> D26<br />

engines at 440hp, 480hp and 540hp and <strong>the</strong> <strong>MAN</strong> TipMatic<br />

automated gearbox.<br />

Safety first!<br />

Active safety features immediately differentiate<br />

Corinthian5 from <strong>the</strong> more cosmetic stance often adopted in<br />

this niche of <strong>the</strong> market. The UK team has chosen <strong>MAN</strong>’s<br />

Lane Guard System, Electronic Stability Programme and<br />

Adaptive Cruise Control as key elements in this innovative<br />

approach to its ‘flagship’ vehicle. More innovation awaits<br />

<strong>the</strong> driver in <strong>the</strong> shape of an iPad2 communications and<br />

entertainment system, as well as <strong>the</strong> additional luxury of<br />

lea<strong>the</strong>r seats and interior cab fittings. Speaking about <strong>the</strong><br />

Corinthian5, <strong>MAN</strong> UK sales director, Sandy Millar, said, “We<br />

don’t anticipate selling huge numbers; it simply isn’t that<br />

sort of truck. But, as a leading manufacturer in <strong>the</strong> heavy<br />

tractor market, we’ve been getting enquiries for some time<br />

now from our customers for a flagship model.<br />

“This is a tremendous truck in so many respects, and its<br />

use of <strong>the</strong> latest technology and interactive systems have<br />

already had it described as ‘<strong>the</strong> intelligent truck’ by<br />

operators involved in development work with us.”<br />

The new truck comes with <strong>MAN</strong>’s comprehensive 3 year<br />

warranty and <strong>the</strong> company’s highly regarded <strong>MAN</strong> EcoStyle<br />

vehicle and driver performance monitoring system. ■<br />

Corinthian5 Top features<br />

Basic specifications for <strong>the</strong> <strong>MAN</strong> Corinthian5<br />

include:<br />

• <strong>MAN</strong> TGX XXL cab<br />

• Choice of <strong>MAN</strong> D26 440, 480 or 540hp engines<br />

• ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control)<br />

• ESP (Electronic Stability Control)<br />

• LGS (Lane Guard System)<br />

• Xenon headlights<br />

• Air horns<br />

• Sunvisor<br />

• Durabrite alloy wheels<br />

• Michelin Economy tyres<br />

• Lea<strong>the</strong>r seats<br />

• Lea<strong>the</strong>r interior<br />

• Fridge<br />

• iPad2 communications<br />

• Satellite navigation<br />

• Special paint and graphics<br />

• Corinthian5 driver’s pack<br />

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