Operating commercial vehicles in winter places particular demands on cab preparation, as for a lorry driver, the cab is not just a workplace but also a place to rest during long journeys. Using the standard heater in the MAN TGM 18.250 during stops is economically unviable due to the engine’s high fuel consumption and the rapid depletion of its service life. That is why the optimal solution for this model is to install an autonomous air heater from the global industry leader – the German brand Eberspächer.
This is precisely the choice made by a client of UKRAVTOTERM, who decided to retrofit their MAN TGM 18.250 with a new-generation heater – the Eberspächer Airtronic M2 D4L (24V). This is a powerful 4 kW diesel heater, specially designed for large truck cabs and specialist vehicles, where it is critical to heat the interior quickly and maintain a set temperature consistently without excessive noise.
Technologically, the Airtronic M2 D4L is far more advanced than its predecessors. The main advantage for the owner is the use of a brushless electric motor. What does this mean in practice? Firstly, the unit’s service life has increased to an impressive 5,000 hours. Secondly, the heater consumes significantly less electricity and operates very quietly. The driver can rest peacefully all night without worrying about noise or the risk of draining the car’s batteries. Thanks to its intelligent power control system, the unit maintains a steady temperature: once the cabin reaches a comfortable temperature, it does not switch off, but simply reduces its speed to a minimum, operating in an extremely economical mode.
The installation process carried out by our specialists on the MAN TGM 18.250 was performed in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s technical specifications and taking the customer’s preferences into account. The main stages of the work included:
• Optimal positioning: In agreement with the customer, it was decided to install the main heater unit in the external luggage compartment. This allowed us to preserve usable space inside the cab and further reduce the noise level from the unit’s operation.
• Components: In addition to the heater itself, a specialised installation kit was used to ensure the reliability of all fixings. The customer also selected a specific model of the EasyStart Select control unit from our stock, which best suits their daily needs.
• Integration into the vehicle’s systems: The heater is connected to the 24V on-board electrical system and the truck’s standard fuel system. UKRAVTOTERM specialists ensured that all connections were completely airtight and that the exhaust system was correctly routed, preventing exhaust fumes from entering the cabin.
• Heat distribution: The air ducts were laid out so that warm air is fed into the cabin via a deflector next to the passenger seat. This ensures even heat circulation and rapid heating of the entire living area.
Fitting the Airtronic M2 D4L transforms the MAN TGM 18.250 into a self-contained, cold-proof fortress, allowing the haulier to focus on logistics and the driver to concentrate on driving safely in comfortable conditions.
Would you like to retrofit your MAN vehicle with a professional Eberspächer heating system? UKRAVTOTERM is an official Eberspächer dealer in Ukraine. Our staff have undergone certified training directly with the manufacturer, guaranteeing the highest quality of work.
1. UKRAVTOTERM provides not only warranty servicing but also professional post-warranty repairs and regular maintenance (SM) for your heaters.
2. UKRAVTOTERM always has the necessary spare parts and components in stock, so repairs or servicing are carried out as quickly as possible.
3. UKRAVTOTERM is fully versed in the intricacies of working with Eberspächer equipment and MAN vehicles.
For consultation and installation bookings, please call:
+38(044) 492-04-20; +38(067) 440-55-92; +38(050) 312-49-09
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