Scania R440
Built: 2008-2014 · Series: R440
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Scania R440 – high R long-haul cab rated at around 441 hp: 12.7-litre six-cylinder engine, tractor units and three-axle trucks up to 37 tonnes gross weight
The R cab is Scania's tallest cab, built for long-haul work with flat bunks; the R440 pairs it with a six-cylinder engine of around 441 hp. The models R440, R440 LA4X2MNA, R440 LB4X2MNA, R440 LB6x2*4MNB and R440 LB8X4HSZ range from the classic tractor unit to a four-axle construction vehicle with drive on several axles.
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The register lists 5 versions with around 324 kW from six-cylinder engines of 12,740 to 12,742 cm³, kerb weights of 7,900 to 24,440 kg, gross vehicle weights of 19,000 to 37,000 kg, lengths of 5,955 to 10,850 mm and widths of 2,470 to 2,600 mm.
At this power the R440 covers both classic European long-haul work with a semi-trailer and heavier all-wheel-drive construction vehicles, competing with similarly powered models from Volvo, DAF and Mercedes-Benz. The tall cab offers standing height and a bunk for overnight stops, while the automated Opticruise gearbox also helps smooth hill starts on the construction versions.
When buying a tractor unit, the fifth wheel, frame and engine mileage matter most, while the all-wheel-drive four-axle variants additionally need the transfer case and differential locks checked; parts for the twelve-litre six-cylinder engine are readily available through the Scania network, and the retarder oil and its cooling circuit are worth checking on examples used mainly in hilly terrain.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Scania R440, Scania (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 324 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 12,742 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 10,850 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,600 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 6,500 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 15,380 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 28,000 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gears | 6correct |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 8correct |
| Top speed | 90 km/hcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 21.1 kW/t (324 kW / 15.4 t)
Stronger than 65% of the trucks in the register — out of 25,241 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Scania R440 have?
The Scania R440 delivers 324 kW.
How much does the Scania R440 weigh?
The unladen weight is 15,380 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Scania R440?
28,000 kg.
What engine does the Scania R440 have?
6 cylinders, 12,742 cm³ displacement.
How fast does the Scania R440 go?
Top speed is 90 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Scania R440?
10,850 mm × 2,600 mm.
When was the Scania R440 built?
Production years: 2008-2014.
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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