Renault Midlum | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Renault Trucks |
Production | 2000-2013 |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Truck |
Layout | Cab over |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 5- and 7-litre engines (2006 revision) |
Dimensions | |
Kerb weight | 16,535–41,888 lb (7,500–19,000 kg) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Renault Midliner |
Successor | Renault Trucks D |
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The model was launched in 2000, and the range was revised in 2006 with new 5- and 7-litre engines. [1] The 100,000th unit was manufactured by 2010. [2]
In South America, the Midlum 300 DXI for Argentina, Chile and Uruguay is manufactured by the Uruguayan car and motor vehicle manufacturer Nordex S.A.
The Midlum was replaced by the Renault Trucks D in 2013. [3]
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