Iveco Astra HD9 E6 is truck for most extreme conditions

The HD9 Euro VI, Iveco's latest model in its Astra range of large trucks for extreme conditions, features an Astronic 16 speed gearbox and front and rear Kessler reinforced axles. The 560hp truck will carry up to 60tonnes and has a redesigned cab for added comfort. Iveco also offers the Trakker 26tonne quarry and construction vehicle that also features a Euro VI engine with a choice of manual or Eurotronic automated transmissions with a steering column-mounted shift lever. The truck proved its robustness
April 20, 2016 Read time: 1 min
HD9 E6 is top of Iveco's Astra truck range
The HD9 Euro VI, 2409 Iveco's latest model in its Astra range of large trucks for extreme conditions, features an Astronic  16 speed gearbox and front and rear Kessler reinforced axles. The 560hp truck will carry up to 60tonnes and has a redesigned cab for added comfort.

Iveco also offers the Trakker 26tonne quarry and construction vehicle that also features a Euro VI engine with a choice of manual or Eurotronic automated transmissions with a steering column-mounted shift lever. The truck proved its robustness and reliability by winning the Dakar Rally in 2016.
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