Dennis Eagle ELITE 2 - 6X2 RS
Built: 2007 · Series: Other models
More machines from model year 2007
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Dennis Eagle – other models: refuse collection vehicles from Warwick outside the named ranges, from the CDLW and CSLW to the Elite 2 6x2 RS, six-cylinder diesel engines, 17,300 to 26,500 kg gross vehicle weight
Dennis Eagle builds refuse-collection chassis and bodies in Warwick, England, and is one of the best-known manufacturers in this segment in the UK. This page gathers the Dennis Eagle models the register could not assign to a named range, including the CDLW and CSLW types and the Elite 2 6x2 RS – RS in commercial-vehicle terminology denotes a steered rear axle (rear steer) in a 6x2 configuration.
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The register lists here 4 versions with engine displacement of around 7,200 cc and six cylinders, exclusively diesel-powered. Kerb weight ranges from 11,540 to 17,750 kg, gross vehicle weight from 17,300 to 26,500 kg, width from 2,300 to 2,500 mm at a length of 10,470 mm.
Refuse vehicles of this class in Europe operate almost exclusively on municipal contracts, with heavy daily stop-start loading on drivetrain and brakes. Dennis Eagle is one of the established British suppliers of complete collection vehicles, competing with brands such as Geesinknorba and Faun-Zeppelin across the European market, with particular emphasis on driver comfort and all-round visibility from the low-entry cab.
When buying a used Dennis Eagle refuse vehicle, the condition of the hopper and compaction mechanism, the tightness of the hydraulic system and wear on the lifting gear and loading mechanism are key checks, alongside frame corrosion from leachate out of the waste body. Brakes, axles and gearbox see heavy wear from stop-start duty and should have documented operating hours; chassis parts usually run through Dennis Eagle service, body parts through specialist waste-technology suppliers.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Dennis Eagle (weitere Modelle), Dennis Eagle (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Cylinders | 6correct |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 7,200 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 10,470 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,300 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 5,400 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 17,750 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 26,500 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Wheels | 6correct |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Dennis Eagle ELITE 2 - 6X2 RS weigh?
The unladen weight is 17,750 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Dennis Eagle ELITE 2 - 6X2 RS?
26,500 kg.
What engine does the Dennis Eagle ELITE 2 - 6X2 RS have?
6 cylinders, 7,200 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Dennis Eagle ELITE 2 - 6X2 RS?
10,470 mm × 2,300 mm.
When was the Dennis Eagle ELITE 2 - 6X2 RS built?
Production years: 2007.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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Sources: RDW — Dutch national vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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