Engine
In-line six-cylinder diesel engine PACCAR MX liquid-cooled, in versions MX265/300/340/375, displacement 12.9 liters, turbocharging with intercooling of inflation air. Thanks to the exhaust treatment by SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) allows to satisfy the requirements of the emission limits Euro 4 and Euro 5.
| Performance 1 kW (k) | Momentum 2 kW (Nm) | Emmissions | |
| MX265 | 265 (360) | 1,775 | EU5–EU3 |
| MX300 | 300 (408) | 2,000 | EU5–EU3 |
| MX340 | 340 (462) | 2,300 | EU5–EU3 |
| MX375 | 375 (510) | 2,500 | EU5 |
1 At rated rpm 1500-1900 revs. / Min 2 At rated rpm 1000-1410 revs. / Min
The engine MX375 can be used only in combination with axes with reductions in the tires.
Transmission
Both the 16-speed Ecosplit manual transmission and the 16-speed AS-Tronic automated transmission are supplied by a renowned manufacturer – the ZF company; both the transmissions are available in combination with an integrated retarder (Intarder).
Clutch
Single plate dry ZF Sachs clutch, 430 mm; hydraulic control with a air pressure booster for manual transmissions; electronic control (without a clutch pedal and driver intervention) combined with automated transmission.
Transfer case
One-speed or two-speed, with an output for the engageable front drive with a PTO output option on the upper shaft; integrated into the chassis and bolted to the loadcarrying tube.
Chassis
TATRA axles with independently suspended swinging half-axles and axle differential lock come as standard (for driven axles).
Axle design:
- Without hub reduction gears, axle ratio: 3.385
- With hub reduction gears, axle ratio: 2.714/2.333 or 3.385/2.333
Optionally can be equipped with a central tire inflation system controlled by the driver (special wheel naves and tires required).
Front axle suspension
Air bellows supplemented with telescopic shock absorbers and a torsion stabilizer. Max. load 9 tons (8 tons in standard construction).
Rear axle suspension
Available either with leaf springs or the unique TATRA King FrameTM combined suspension system; the TATRA King FrameTM suspension system is a combination of air bellows and mechanical suspension (coil springs or leaf springs).
| Version | Capacity |
| Leaf springs | 11.5 t |
| Light-duty combined suspension (air bellows + coil spring) | 11.5 t |
| Heavy-duty combined suspension (air bellows + leaf springs) | 13, 15 or 16 t |
Wheels and tires
Basic version (for front axle capacity of 8 tons): tires 315/80 R22.5 (rear dual wheels). Optional: (for front axle capacity of 9 tons): front tires 385/65 R22.5 and rear tires 315/80 R22.5 (dual rear wheels); the vehicle design also enables fitting of 20“ disc wheels and tires of up to size of 16.00 R20 (front) and up to 24 R21 (rear).
Tanks
Steel or aluminum versions, with a capacity of 220–545 l; for applications with Euro 4 or Euro 5 engines, AdBlue tank with a capacity of 45 liters.
Cab
Cab-over-engine, all-metal, tilt-cab with two or three seats; day (short) cab as the basic version, optional sleeper cab with one or two beds; basic equipment includes electric windows, electrically adjustable and heated mirrors, remote power door locks, roof ventilation and adjustable steering wheel for rake and reach; optional equipment may also be added, for example automatic air conditioning, independent heating, pneumatically sprung co-driver’s seat, etc.
Electric power installation
24V, 170 Ah battery, 80 A alternator (optional 110 A)
Vehicle performance
Maximum speed: 85 km / h (limiter) Front approach angle up to 35 °, 31 ° for basic tires 315/80 R22,5 Clearance height: 300 mm (with standard tires 315/80 R22.5)
Configurations
Basic chassis configurations are 4×4, 6×6, 8×8 (8×6). Customized configurations 10×10, 10×8 and 10×6 (rear steered axles) are also available.
TATRA Phoenix 4×4
Turning diameter* 16.5± m +– 1 m Kerb weight** 8,350 kg Wheelbase 3,700/4,090/4,500 mm
TATRA Phoenix 6×6
Turning diameter* 18.5± m +– 1 m Kerb weight** 9,800 kg Wheelbase 3,440/3,900/4,500 + 1,320 (1,450***) mm
TATRA Phoenix 8×8 (8×6)
Turning diameter* 21.5 m +– 1 m Kerb weight** 11,500 (11,200) kg Wheelbase 2,150 + 2,300/2,950 + 1,320 (1,450***) mm
* Wall-to-wall turning diameter for standard tires and wheelbase ** Standard chassis version for mounting the body/superstructure: shortest wheelbase, front axle suspension (8 tons) and light-duty combined rear axle suspension *** Applies when using tires 12.00 R24 and larger