The hookloader vehicles are fitted with LX hi-roof sleeper cabs and draw bars, and have 12.4-litre, six-cylinder Euro 6 engines, delivering 480bhp at 1,800 rpm.
Antony Fensom, fleet engineer with LC Vehicle Hire, says: “Celtic Recycling came to us looking for a hookloader and trailer with a sleeper cab.
“We have a few older MAN vehicles and we knew that the TGS would meet their requirements for maneuverability, as well as offering greater fuel economy.
“Once they saw the spec that was offered they were happy with what we could provide and the deal was signed for a five-year lease.”
MAN’s Steve Welsh explains: “The design brief required a multi axle draw-bar rigid with the comfort, power and fuel efficiency of tractor unit.
“Using an increasingly popular 8x2 rear lift chassis configuration, Celtic Recycling now have the perfect vehicles for their needs with reduced costs and greater efficiency assured.”
Celtic Recyling operates from Cornwall to Cumbria, with 95% of its work involving motorway journeys. Mark Smith, transport manager for Celtic Recycling, says: “We have operated an MAN since 2013 and have been very happy with it.
“The new vehicles have been upgraded with increased engine capacity to accommodate running at 44 tonnes when pulling a drag, air deflector kit to alleviate drag and improve mpg, as well as a larger fuel tank.”