MAN Launches 250-Ton Heavy-Duty Truck as Complete Factory Solution
MAN Truck & Bus unveiled the new TGX 41.640 heavy-duty tractor with 250 tons gross weight, designed for extreme loads like wind turbine components.
250 tons
640 PS
3,000 Nm
What Happened
The four-axle TGX 41.640 8x4/4 is powered by a 640 PS MAN D3876 engine producing 3,000 Nm of torque, paired with an automated TipMatic 12.30 OD gearbox and a torque converter clutch for smooth starts. It features a special heavy-duty program for loads up to 250 tons and an efficiency mode for lighter loads.
“With our new 250-ton tractor, we are returning to the king discipline of heavy transport. Thanks to MAN Individual's expertise, we offer a highly specialized vehicle combining maximum performance, reliability, and economy.”
- MAN D3876 engine: 640 PS, 3,000 Nm, available from 900 to 1,380 rpm
- TipMatic 12.30 OD gearbox with torque converter clutch providing up to 1.59x torque multiplication
- Retarder 40 for high continuous braking power
- Special TipMatic programs: heavy-duty (up to 250 t) and efficiency (up to 70 t)
“We are proud to take over the very first of these special high-performance trucks for our fleet! It is the perfect flagship for our special vehicle rental fleet and another highlight in our roughly 60-year partnership with MAN.”
Why this matters
This factory-built heavy-duty truck fills a gap in MAN's portfolio from 3.5 to 250 tons, offering integrated service and financing, making heavy transports more accessible.
Terms in This Story
- PS
- Pferdestärke, a German unit of power; 1 PS ≈ 0.986 hp.
- WSK
- Wandlerschaltkupplung (torque converter clutch) for smooth starts under heavy loads.
- Retarder
- A braking system that provides continuous braking without wear, often used in heavy trucks.
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