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Daily Archives: 29 April, 2023

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How a Turbo Retarder Clutch Works

Articles, Tech Tips, Truck ArticlesBy Howard Shanks29 April, 2023

The following article descibes how a Turbo Retarder Clutch works. The skilful art of getting a heavy load to start moving without damaging the truck’s driveline is a skill often developed only after many years behind the steering wheel. But thankfully, the Mercedes-Benz Turbo Retarder Clutch now takes the guesswork out of heavy haulage lift-offs,…

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