DAF XF vs Isuzu Giga

The DAF XF is the heavier machine, at 9.31 t against 7.81 t, and the Isuzu Giga has more power (338 kW against 300 kW).

The DAF XF is ahead on: lifts or carries more, turns tighter. The Isuzu Giga is ahead on: more power, more torque, bigger fuel tank, narrower to transport.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the DAF XF and the Isuzu Giga drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.

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At a glance

Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.

Figure	DAF XF	Isuzu Giga
Kerb weight	9,314 kg	7,810 kg
Gross powerHigher is better	300 kW	350 kW+17%
Max torqueHigher is better	2,150 Nm	2,255 Nm+5%
GVWHigher is better	26,000 kg+8%	24,000 kg
Fuel tankHigher is better	510 L	550 L+8%
Turning circleLower is better	13.76 m+6%	14.6 m
Overall widthLower is better	2.55 m	2.49 m+2%
Overall length	7.08 m	6.93 m

All specifications

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FigureDAF XF Isuzu Giga

Dimensions

Overall length7.08 m6.93 m

Overall width2.55 mat centre of front axle2.49 mdimensioned on the maker's rear view

Width at rear2.48 mNot published

Wheelbase3.9 m3.885 mfront axle to centre of rear bogie

Tandem axle spacing1.4 m1.31 m

Front overhang1.53 m1.4 m

Rear overhang1.65 mfrom centre of rear bogie1.645 mfrom centre of rear bogie

Front axle to back of cab0.83 m0.764 m

Back of cab to rear end4.72 m4.766 m

Cab height above frame2.18 m2.196 m

Fifth wheel lead0.37 mahead of rear bogie centre, standardNot published

Frame height at front1.02 munladen at front axle; 0.97 m laden0.915 mat front axle, unladen

Frame height at rear1.03 munladen at driven axles; 1.00 m laden1.035 mat rear axles, unladen

Turning circle13.76 mbetween kerbs14.6 mkerb to kerb

Turning circle between walls15.14 mNot published

Overall height (cab roof)Not published3.2 m

Behind cab equipment to rear bogie centreNot published2.45 m

Front trackNot published2.01 mdimensioned on the maker's front view

Rear trackNot published1.85 mmaker's RT, on the rear view

Width across rear tyresNot published2.44 mmaker's ORT, on the rear view

Weight

Kerb weight9,314 kg7,810 kg

GVW26,000 kgregistration; 27,000 kg technical24,000 kgGVM

GCW44,000 kg50,000 kgGCM

Front axle load8,000 kg6,600 kgloading limit at ground

Rear axle load19,000 kgregistration; 2 x 10.5 t axles20,865 kgloading limit at ground (tandem)

Gross carrying capacity16,686 kgNot published

Engine

Engine modelPACCAR MX-11 (XF 410)Isuzu 6WG1-TCC, turbocharged and intercooled, common rail

EmissionsEuro 6JNLT 05 / ADR 80/03 (cooled EGR + DPD)

Cylinders66

Displacement10.8 L15.7 L

Gross power300 kW (408 hp)at 1,600 rpm350 kW (469 hp)JIS gross, at 1,800 rpm

Max torque2,150 Nmat 900-1,125 rpm2,255 NmDIN net at 1,300 rpm; 2,334 Nm JIS gross

Engine rangeMX-11 270/300/330 kW, MX-13 315/355/390 kW (XF 370-530)Not published

Net powerNot published338 kW (453 hp)DIN net, at 1,800 rpm

Transmission

GearboxTraXon 12TX2010 DD 12-speed automated, 16.69-1.00Eaton RTLO 18918B 18-speed constant mesh manual

Rear axle ratio2.833.73:1

Rear axlesSR1360T, 2 x 10.5 t, air suspensionMeritor RT-40-145GP tandem, 18,100 kg, inter-axle and cross locks

ClutchNot publishedSpicer twin plate 15.5 in, air assisted

Tyres

Tyres315/70 R22.5 front and drive295/80R22.5 steer, 11R22.5 drive, 22.5 x 8.25 steel wheels

Service capacities

Fuel tank510 Laluminium, left550 Lframe-mounted aluminium

AdBlue tank80 LNot published

Fifth wheel

Fifth wheelJOST JSK37C cast iron, 150 + 40 mmNot published

Axles

Front axleNot publishedMeritor FG941, 6,600 kg

Rear suspensionNot publishedHendrickson HAS461 airbag, 20,865 kg at ground

Performance

Top speedNot published100 km/hspeed limited; geared 128 km/h at 1,800 rpm

Sources: DAF XF 410 FTT 6X4 Tractor specification sheet 016G0249AAAA - 202545A (DAF Trucks UK, 10-07-2025) · Isuzu Giga EXY 240-460 6x4 specification sheet ARK1422 02/21 (Isuzu Australia Limited)

Drawn to scale

Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.

DAF XFIsuzu GigaSame scale, front edges and ground lined up.

DAF XF vs Isuzu Giga: questions

Which is bigger, the DAF XF or Isuzu Giga?

By operating weight the DAF XF is the biggest at 9.31 t, then the Isuzu Giga at 7.81 t.

Which has more power, the DAF XF or Isuzu Giga?

The Isuzu Giga: DAF XF 300 kW (408 hp), Isuzu Giga 350 kW (469 hp) (gross power), a 17% difference.

Which lifts or carries more, the DAF XF or Isuzu Giga?

The DAF XF: DAF XF 26,000 kg, Isuzu Giga 24,000 kg (gvw), a 8% difference.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the DAF XF or Isuzu Giga?

The Isuzu Giga: DAF XF 510 L, Isuzu Giga 550 L (fuel tank), a 8% difference.

Which turns tighter, the DAF XF or Isuzu Giga?

The DAF XF: DAF XF 13.76 m, Isuzu Giga 14.6 m (turning circle), a 6% difference.

Which is narrower to transport, the DAF XF or Isuzu Giga?

The Isuzu Giga: DAF XF 2.55 m, Isuzu Giga 2.49 m (overall width), a 2% difference.

Where do these figures come from?

Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.

Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?

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