Stainless steel distribution specialist Schmolz + Bickenbach has taken delivery of three new Euro 6 6x2 FM rigids in a total fleet replacement deal.
The Birmingham-based firm specified its 26-tonners with Globetrotter-cabs and Volvo's 11 litre engine, rated at 330bhp.
Wheelbase is 6 metres and all the trucks have been fitted with 9.45-metre long, drop-sided platform bodies, custom-made by Commercial Body Specialists of Stoke-on-Trent. Each has rear air suspension.
Schmolz + Bickenbach specified the Globetrotter cab, not just for its high quality image, reports Schmolz + Bickenbach managing director Clare Staffell, but also because driver comfort is important.
"Our drivers are the face of the company when making deliveries to our customers," states Staffell, adding that Volvo and local dealer Hartshorne provided "the most attractive offer" for the fleet replacement.
"We're very happy with the new trucks and the support being offered by Hartshorne," she says.
The trucks will be maintained on a five-year R&M contract at Hartshorne's Birmingham depot in Gravelly Hill.
