Scania 82
Built: 1985-1985 · Series: P
Scania P — the low cab for distribution and construction
P is Scania's lowest cab step. The entry sits lower than on G, R and S, and so does the roof. That is exactly its purpose: anyone climbing in and out twenty times a day saves a step at every stop. Urban distribution, municipal bodies, construction vehicles — that is where the P works.
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The second property is clearance height. Low gateways, underground car parks, hall entrances and tight construction sites impose a limit that a long-haul cab exceeds. Anyone who regularly has to pass under structures chooses the P not to save money but because the bigger house does not fit.
As with every Scania model, the number after the letter is engine output in horsepower, not weight. A P 280 has 280 hp. Gross vehicle weight does not appear in the designation — it follows from the axle configuration and body and must be read from the papers.
For used purchases the cab variant is worth a look. The P comes with different roof heights and as a short, day or sleeper cab. Two vehicles, both P 280, can differ markedly inside. Anyone needing the vehicle for long days should check cab length, not just the designation.
One closing point of orientation: P and G overlap in application more than the letters suggest. The G offers more headroom across a similar field of work. Anyone torn between them is usually deciding entry height against interior space — not power.
Sources: Scania Group: P-series, Scania UK
Technical data
Engine
| Cylinders | 6correct |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 7,800 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 9,820 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,580 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 5,800 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 9,895 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 16,500 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Wheels | 4correct |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Scania 82 weigh?
The unladen weight is 9,895 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Scania 82?
16,500 kg.
What engine does the Scania 82 have?
6 cylinders, 7,800 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Scania 82?
9,820 mm × 2,580 mm.
When was the Scania 82 built?
Production years: 1985.
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.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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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.
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
(11,12) C-6X2
(11,12) C-6X4
(11,12) C-8X4
(11,12) D-6X2
(11,12) L-6X2
(11,12) L-6X4
(11,12) L-8X2
(11,12)L-8X4
,G,R-SERIEN, R620
11 CB-A-ASA10-6X2/390+135
11 CB-A-ASA10-6X2/390+136
11 CB-SCAPP-6X2/390+132
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