Scania T142 HL-50-6X2
Built: 1980 · Series: T142
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Scania T142 – bonneted truck of Scania's 2-series: 14-litre V8 engine, two- and three-axle trucks from 6.6 to 9.9 metres long, up to 28 tonnes gross weight
With the T cab, Scania built the classic bonneted version, as offered in the 2-series introduced in 1980; the T142 carries the 14-litre V8 engine. The variants T142, T142 H 6X2, T142 HL-50-6X2, T142 HL-6X2/4600+1320 and T142 HL-6x2/420+132 show different wheelbases and drive formulas from two-axle to three-axle with a trailing axle.
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The register lists 6 versions with 290 to 309 kW from eight-cylinder engines of 14,200 cm³, kerb weights of 7,140 to 10,650 kg, gross vehicle weights of 19,000 to 28,000 kg, lengths of 6,580 to 9,895 mm and widths of 2,500 to 2,510 mm.
The bonneted version was and remains in demand mainly outside Europe, for instance in heavy and timber haulage and on routes with a high risk of animal-strike collisions, where the projecting bonnet gives the cab extra protection; within Europe the T142 mainly went into construction and special transport. The bonnet tilts forward for servicing, giving access to the engine and radiator without a service pit or a lift.
When buying these older bonneted trucks, check the frame and axle suspension for corrosion, and the clutch and manual gearbox after decades of service; parts for the sturdy V8 are still readily available from specialist Scania parts dealers, and the tilting mechanism for the bonnet itself is worth testing for smooth, even operation.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Scania T142, Scania (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 309 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 14,200 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Width | 2,500 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 10,300 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 25,000 kgcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 30 kW/t (309 kW / 10.3 t)
Stronger than 57% 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 T142 HL-50-6X2 have?
The Scania T142 HL-50-6X2 delivers 309 kW.
How much does the Scania T142 HL-50-6X2 weigh?
The unladen weight is 10,300 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Scania T142 HL-50-6X2?
25,000 kg.
What engine does the Scania T142 HL-50-6X2 have?
14,200 cm³ displacement.
When was the Scania T142 HL-50-6X2 built?
Production years: 1980.
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: Traficom — Finnish vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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