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DAF XF | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | DAF |
Also called | DAF 95XF (1997–2002) and DAF XG (2021–present) |
Production | 1997–present |
Assembly | Netherlands: Eindhoven UK: Leyland (Leyland Trucks) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Large Goods Vehicle |
Body style | Cab-over-engine long-haul semi truck |
Related | DAF CF |
Powertrain | |
Transmission | ZF Friedrichshafen |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | DAF 95 |
Successor | DAF XG |
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