Scania series G490 LB8X4 4HNB
Built: 2014 · Series: G
More machines from model year 2014
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Scania G-series – mid-height cab between P and R since 2004: 9 to 13-litre units, diesel and natural gas, 140 to 412 kW, articulated combinations up to 49 t
The G-series complemented Scania's cab lineup in 2004, alongside the second-generation model range (PGRT series), sitting between the lower P cab and the tall R cab, offering a mid-height roof for drivers who want standing height without the full long-haul kit of the R-series; a new generation (G-series NTG) followed in 2016 with an entirely new cab. The type designation consists of a three-digit power figure in horsepower (230 to 620 depending on engine) and the axle formula (4X2, 6X2, 6X4, 8X4); the letter A or B marks older series levels, and codes such as HNB denote particular axle configurations.
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The register lists 265 versions with 140 to 412 kW output, displacements of 7,780 to 13,000 cm³ across 5 to 8 cylinders, unladen weights of 6,750 to 27,930 kg, gross weights of 16,500 to 49,000 kg and lengths of 5,940 to 13,510 mm; alongside diesel, the fuel entries also include natural-gas (NG) and biomethane variants.
Within Scania's range the G-series covers everything from heavy distribution work to long-haul and construction transport, competing with the mid cabs of the Mercedes-Benz Actros, Volvo FH and MAN TGS; the gas-engine variants target hauliers with a local-delivery or public-transport-adjacent duty cycle.
On used examples, check rust on the frame and axle mounts, condition of the clutch and Opticruise gearbox, air-suspension sealing, and on gas engines additionally the age and inspection intervals of the gas tanks, plus a documented service history through the Scania workshop network.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Scania G, Scania (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 360 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 12,742 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 9,730 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,550 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 16,750 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 33,000 kgcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 21.5 kW/t (360 kW / 16.8 t)
Stronger than 80% of the trucks in the register — out of 25,242 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Scania series G490 LB8X4 4HNB have?
The Scania series G490 LB8X4 4HNB delivers 360 kW.
How much does the Scania series G490 LB8X4 4HNB weigh?
The unladen weight is 16,750 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Scania series G490 LB8X4 4HNB?
33,000 kg.
What engine does the Scania series G490 LB8X4 4HNB have?
12,742 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Scania series G490 LB8X4 4HNB?
9,730 mm × 2,550 mm.
When was the Scania series G490 LB8X4 4HNB built?
Production years: 2014.
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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This page carries 7 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
The technical data on this page comes from official vehicle registration records (RDW/Traficom), not from the manufacturer.
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Other models in this series
10X4*6
230 B 4X2
230E
270 4X2
270E
280 4X2
280 B 4X2
280 B 6X2/4
280 B6x2*4NA
280 B6x2*4NB
300E
320 A 6X2/4
Sources: Traficom — Finnish vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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