MAN TGX

The MAN TG-range is a series of trucks produced since 1999 by the German vehicle manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus. It is the successor to the F2000, L2000, and M2000 series. It consists of the TGA (now discontinued in 2007), TGL, TGM, TGS, and TGX. The TG range is currently made up of five models with the introduction of the TGE light commercial vehicle, a rebadged Volkswagen Crafter. Forward control version First generation (1999–2007) MAN TGA tank truck operated by PKN Orlen The forward control version was released in 1999, replacing the existing F2000, L2000 and M2000 series. It was initially developed in Germany. The first heavy duty cab was the TGA. Available models included L, LX, XL, XLX, and XXL. After its discontinuation in 2007, the TGA was replaced by the new TGX and TGS models. In addition to a manual transmission, these models are also available with the company's TipMatic automated manual transmission. In 2005, the TGL and TGM were introduced as the first both light and medium duty trucks by MAN. TGA was also badged as ERF ECT in United Kingdom until ERF marque was discontinued in 2007. Second generation (2007–2020) In 2007, the 16.2 L D28 series turbocharged V8 engine became available as an option in the TGX. In 2012, all new models were revealed with a chrome Lion grill and updated styling. These models featured largely the same powertrain, however now Euro 6 compliant. The D2868 V8 was also discontinued due to a lack of demand, now replaced with the 15.2 L D3876 I6. In 2016, a facelift was revealed, it features a refreshed lower bumper along with a new black backed Lion logo on the grill. The TGS and TGX also received 20 HP and 100 N m power increase on all engine selections, which are now Euro 6c compliant. Some models also now share gearboxes with the sister brand Scania.