Range-topping FUSO Canter stacks the deck in Ecoscape UK’s favour

Ecoscape UK runs five other vehicles, among them a 7.5-tonne Canter 7C15 dropsider which it purchased in 2018. “That truck has proved to be an extremely effective performer,” confirmed proprietor Gary Farrell. “It’s tough and well built, but light enough to offer an impressive payload of more than 4.0 tonnes.

“With this new truck, though, we wanted to go one step further, and Ciceley Sales Executive Ian McMullan helped us put together the perfect package. We knew we’d need a body that was big enough to carry boards which are up to 4.8 metres in length, so a weight penalty was inevitable.

“Despite this, we still wanted the ability to carry loads weighing up to 5.0 tonnes. The new Canter is the ideal platform, because even with the long body design we specified it exceeds that target figure by more than 110 kg.”

In addition to its class-leading carrying capacity the Canter combines compact exterior dimensions with a tight turning circle, which gives it the manoeuvrability and agility to operate at locations where access is restricted.

The smooth-shifting DUONIC gearbox, meanwhile, is standard equipment for 8.55-tonne models. It incorporates Eco Mode, Parking and Creep functions, and is fuel-efficient, economical to maintain, and driver-friendly.

“The new truck combines the same attributes with the ability to lug an even bigger load, so it’s ideal for our needs.”

Ecoscape UK manufactures and supplies a wide range of composite decking and cladding systems, as well as associated items including balustrades, screens, lighting, artificial turf and accessories. The company delivers its products to builders’ merchants and other customer premises, and direct to sites.

Acquired with competitive funding support from Mercedes-Benz Finance, its new truck is the subject of a three-year Complete Service Contract and will be maintained in Ciceley Commercials’ Bolton workshop. Ecoscape also benefits from Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ 24-hour emergency roadside assistance and Zero Tolerance on Downtime pledge, which provides for a free replacement vehicle if the truck cannot be repaired within 24 hours.

“We’re not transport specialists, so this package gives us all the peace of mind we need,” added Mr Farrell. “It allows us to concentrate on what we do best, while entrusting the maintenance of our vehicle to the experts.”

If you would like to find out more about the FUSO Canter, why not contact our team to discuss your requirements today?