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Scania 85 S42

Built: 1971-1971 · Series: L

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With the 85 S42, Scania offers a model from the L series. Production: 1971. The engine has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 7,790 cm³. The machine is 6,350 mm long and 2,330 mm wide. The unladen weight is 5,535 kg. The wheelbase measures 4,200 mm. The gross vehicle weight is 16,000 kg. The machine runs on 4 wheels. The L series covers 99 models. Unladen weight within it ranges from 4,035 to 17,100 kg; the 85 S42 sits at the bottom of that range with 5,535 kg. Its immediate neighbours are the 5546-123/4600-62 below it with 5,500 kg and the 85 42 above it with 5,540 kg. 7586 Scania models across 18 series are on record. The model is listed under Trucks over 7.5 t. 10 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Cylinders6correct
Displacement7,790 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Length6,350 mmcorrect
Width2,330 mmcorrect
Wheelbase4,200 mmcorrect
Unladen weight5,535 kgcorrect
Gross vehicle weight16,000 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Wheels4correct

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Scania 85 S42 weigh?

The unladen weight is 5,535 kg.

What is the gross vehicle weight of the Scania 85 S42?

16,000 kg.

What engine does the Scania 85 S42 have?

6 cylinders, 7,790 cm³ displacement.

What are the dimensions of the Scania 85 S42?

6,350 mm × 2,330 mm.

When was the Scania 85 S42 built?

Production years: 1971.

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 10 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.

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110 S 42/4200

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110S

110S42

110S46/4600

111 46

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