Some technical facts on the MAN Dakar rally truck:

Make: MAN

Model: TGS 480 with several technical modifications

Engine: 6 cilinder diesel

Engine model: D26

Engine capacity: 12.000cc

Power output: >530kW / >700bhp

Torque: 3.500Nm between 1000 - 1400 rpm

Dampers: Reiger

Gearbox: 16 speed ZF

Transmission: 13.80 - 0.84 / 1

Front axle: VA9 - 950L

Rear axle: H7 - 0880

Rear axle transmission: 29 : 25 = 3,547 = 4,679

Weight distribution front / rear: 52% / 48%

Tyres: Michelin XZL 14.00R 20

Springs front and rear: 2 leaf springs

Tyre deflation system: Syegon with Wabco presure control system

Tank capacity: 2 x 400 litres

Clutch: sinter metal

Suspension: camera checked

Speed limiter: 50 - 90 - 150 kph