DAF XF vs MAN TGX

The MAN TGX is the heavier machine, at 9.35 t against 9.31 t.

The DAF XF is ahead on: bigger fuel tank, turns tighter. The MAN TGX is ahead on: more torque, narrower to transport.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the DAF XF and the MAN TGX 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	MAN TGX
Kerb weight	9,314 kg	9,350 kg
Max torqueHigher is better	2,150 Nm	2,600 Nm+21%
Fuel tankHigher is better	510 L+28%	400 L
Turning circleLower is better	13.76 m+19%	16.9 m
Overall widthLower is better	2.55 m	2.499 m+2%

All specifications

Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.

Differences only(36)

FigureDAF XF MAN TGX

Dimensions

Overall length7.08 mNot published

Overall width2.55 mat centre of front axle2.499 mcab width over wings

Width at rear2.48 mNot published

Wheelbase3.9 m3.3 m

Tandem axle spacing1.4 m1.4 mrear bogie spread

Front overhang1.53 m1.475 m

Rear overhang1.65 mfrom centre of rear bogie0.7 m

Front axle to back of cab0.83 m0.805 m

Back of cab to rear end4.72 mNot published

Cab height above frame2.18 mNot published

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

Frame height at front1.02 munladen at front axle; 0.97 m ladenNot published

Frame height at rear1.03 munladen at driven axles; 1.00 m laden1.061 m

Turning circle13.76 mbetween kerbs16.9 mkerb to kerb; 18.5 m wall to wall

Turning circle between walls15.14 mNot published

Width across rear tyresNot published2.47 m

Overall height (cab roof)Not published3.394 munladen; 3.318 m laden, GN cab

Fifth wheel heightNot published1.37 munladen; 1.29 m laden

Fifth wheel positionNot published1.125 moptimum, forward of third axle

Weight

Kerb weight9,314 kg9,350 kg

GVW26,000 kgregistration; 27,000 kg technical26,000 kgdesign and UK legal

GCW44,000 kg44,000 kggross train weight, design

Front axle load8,000 kg7,500 kg8,000 / 9,000 kg optional

Rear axle load19,000 kgregistration; 2 x 10.5 t axles21,000 kgdesign; 19,000 kg UK legal

Gross carrying capacity16,686 kgNot published

Engine

Engine modelPACCAR MX-11 (XF 410)MAN D26LFAF (D26)

EmissionsEuro 6Euro 6 (SCR, DPF)

Cylinders66

Displacement10.8 L12.4 L

Gross power300 kW (408 hp)at 1,600 rpm510 PS at 1,800 rpm

Max torque2,150 Nmat 900-1,125 rpm2,600 Nmat 930-1,350 rpm

Engine rangeMX-11 270/300/330 kW, MX-13 315/355/390 kW (XF 370-530)430 / 470 / 510 PS (2,200 / 2,400 / 2,600 Nm)

Transmission

GearboxTraXon 12TX2010 DD 12-speed automated, 16.69-1.0012-speed TipMatic automated, 12.26 DD

Rear axle ratio2.833.08:1

Rear axlesSR1360T, 2 x 10.5 t, air suspensionSingle reduction, cross-axle and inter-axle diff locks

ClutchNot publishedSingle plate, 430 mm

Tyres

Tyres315/70 R22.5 front and drive315/80 R22.5 steer and drive, 9.00 x 22.5 steel rims

Service capacities

Fuel tank510 Laluminium, left400 Lrectangular steel, right-hand side

AdBlue tank80 L60 L

Fifth wheel

Fifth wheelJOST JSK37C cast iron, 150 + 40 mmNot published

Sources: DAF XF 410 FTT 6X4 Tractor specification sheet 016G0249AAAA - 202545A (DAF Trucks UK, 10-07-2025) · MAN TGX 6x4 Tractor chassis specification, MAN TGX 6x4TRAC / 09 - May 2022 (MAN Truck & Bus UK body builder site)

Drawn to scale

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

DAF XFMAN TGXSame scale, front edges and ground lined up.

DAF XF vs MAN TGX: questions

Which is bigger, the DAF XF or MAN TGX?

By operating weight the MAN TGX is the biggest at 9.35 t, then the DAF XF at 9.31 t.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the DAF XF or MAN TGX?

The DAF XF: DAF XF 510 L, MAN TGX 400 L (fuel tank), a 28% difference.

Which turns tighter, the DAF XF or MAN TGX?

The DAF XF: DAF XF 13.76 m, MAN TGX 16.9 m (turning circle), a 19% difference.

Which is narrower to transport, the DAF XF or MAN TGX?

The MAN TGX: DAF XF 2.55 m, MAN TGX 2.499 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?

Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.