For the driver who spent 10 years behind the wheel of one, the 148e22 evokes the smell of hot diesel, the rhythmic hiss of air brakes, and the distinct clatter of the MIDR engine idling on a cold morning. It represents a time when trucks were simpler, harder, and less reliant on laptops and sensors.
This article was written for informational purposes. Always consult a professional mechanic before purchasing a used commercial vehicle.
| Feature | Renault 148e22 | DAF 55.220 | Mercedes-Benz 1124 | Volvo FL7 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 14.8t | 14.0t | 16.0t | 16.0t | | Engine | 6.2L I6 MIDR | 8.6L I6 (Leyland) | 6.0L I6 OM366LA | 6.7L I6 TD67F | | Power | 220 hp | 220 hp | 240 hp | 230 hp | | Cab Comfy | Medium (Loud) | High | High | Very High | | Parts 2025 | Fair | Poor (Leyland engine parts scarce) | Excellent | Good | | Price Used | Low | Very Low | High | Medium |
Search European classifieds (Mobile.de, Truckscout24, Leboncoin.fr) using keywords "Renault 148e22," "Renault Midliner 220," or "RVI 148."
The "e22" model emerged as a response to tightening European emission regulations (Euro 1 and Euro 2). It was designed to offer the reliability of a mechanical engine with the fuel efficiency of early electronic injection control. While the Renault Magnum was grabbing headlines with its flat-floor luxury, the 148e22 was quietly hauling produce, construction materials, and waste across the French and Spanish countryside. The soul of the Renault 148e22 is its engine: the legendary MIDR 06.20.45 .
The cab on the 148e22 is a short, tilt-forward cab (STC). Tilt is achieved manually via a hydraulic hand pump located behind the driver's side bumper. It requires about 150 pumps to fully raise the cab for engine access—good exercise for the right arm.
For the driver who spent 10 years behind the wheel of one, the 148e22 evokes the smell of hot diesel, the rhythmic hiss of air brakes, and the distinct clatter of the MIDR engine idling on a cold morning. It represents a time when trucks were simpler, harder, and less reliant on laptops and sensors.
This article was written for informational purposes. Always consult a professional mechanic before purchasing a used commercial vehicle.
| Feature | Renault 148e22 | DAF 55.220 | Mercedes-Benz 1124 | Volvo FL7 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 14.8t | 14.0t | 16.0t | 16.0t | | Engine | 6.2L I6 MIDR | 8.6L I6 (Leyland) | 6.0L I6 OM366LA | 6.7L I6 TD67F | | Power | 220 hp | 220 hp | 240 hp | 230 hp | | Cab Comfy | Medium (Loud) | High | High | Very High | | Parts 2025 | Fair | Poor (Leyland engine parts scarce) | Excellent | Good | | Price Used | Low | Very Low | High | Medium |
Search European classifieds (Mobile.de, Truckscout24, Leboncoin.fr) using keywords "Renault 148e22," "Renault Midliner 220," or "RVI 148."
The "e22" model emerged as a response to tightening European emission regulations (Euro 1 and Euro 2). It was designed to offer the reliability of a mechanical engine with the fuel efficiency of early electronic injection control. While the Renault Magnum was grabbing headlines with its flat-floor luxury, the 148e22 was quietly hauling produce, construction materials, and waste across the French and Spanish countryside. The soul of the Renault 148e22 is its engine: the legendary MIDR 06.20.45 .
The cab on the 148e22 is a short, tilt-forward cab (STC). Tilt is achieved manually via a hydraulic hand pump located behind the driver's side bumper. It requires about 150 pumps to fully raise the cab for engine access—good exercise for the right arm.
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