Zahid Tractor & Heavy Machinery Co. and Renault Trucks have launched two new distinct truck ranges that will be produced in Saudi Arabia.
The new ranges, C and K were introduced by Renault Trucks Global and Regional leadership on October 25, 2016 at an event held at the Arabian Vehicles & Trucks Industry Ltd (AVI) facility in King Abdullah Economic City.
The AVI facility was designed by a Volvo/Renault Trucks project team and implements a new concept for efficient and cost effective truck assembly. The facility is one of the first in the world to assemble both Volvo and Renault trucks on the same line.
Amr M. Khashoggi, Zahid Group Vice President HR & Group Affairs, said: Our state-of-the-art AVI factory has embarked on a journey that represents our largest cooperation with Renault Trucks to date.
We are prepared for our beloved countrys anticipated growth over the coming years, and these new trucks will enable local and regional companies operating in the construction and transportation sectors to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Christophe Martin, Senior Vice President Sales Area International Renault Trucks, added: These new trucks feature several properties such as better strength and comfort that provide enhanced load capacity, capabilities and ease of operation within the cabin. These features help distinguish these trucks from others and make them more reliable.
Both new ranges have been designed and developed with the needs and feedback of international customers in mind, who have been involved in the project from the initial design stage to testing under actual operating conditions. Each range has undergone rigorous quality trials to ensure ruggedness and driver comfort.
Gregoire Blaise, Vice President Renault Trucks Middle East, said: These trucks have been tested for over a year in Oman in some of the toughest regional settings. Oman presents the type of extreme conditions in terms of heat and topography that are ideal to test a truck to its limits. The new Renault Trucks ranges performed extremely well with no issues reported. This is vital for businesses who need to be able to rely fully on their vehicles for maximum productivity.
The C and K ranges set new standards in terms of robustness and productivity, and have the capacity to accept a variety of body types. Each model can easily be adapted to a wide range of applications and customer demands found within the distribution and construction segments.
Both ranges will enter the market with two options of cabin width, 2.3 metres and 2.5 metres, both of which are designed for specific jobs. The 2.3 metre is built for distribution and deliveries while the 2.5 metre cab is for long haul, light construction and heavy distribution.
The C range offers superior driver comfort, exceptional reliability and optimal fuel efficiency, making it ideal for both long-haul and certain construction applications.
The K range offers new standards in durability and robustness. The front bumper is 100% steel with headlamp protection and has models that suit the harsh demands of the construction industry.
Zahid Tractor is a subsidiary of Zahid Group, a privately held organization representing a diverse range of companies, strategic partnerships, and world-renowned brands.