DAF Expands Construction Range with New 10×4 FAF Chassis for Heavy-Duty Applications

DAF Trucks is widening its construction offering with the introduction of a new 10×4 “FAF” chassis, designed for the toughest vocational and off-road environments. The five-axle model blends high payload capacity with remarkable manoeuvrability, engineered to meet the specific demands of operators in tipping, hookloader, concrete mixer, and crane-based applications.

The new 10×4 FAF chassis achieves a technical gross vehicle weight (GVW) of up to 52 tonnes, marking DAF’s strongest factory-built configuration to date.

It features two front axles with 8- or 9-tonne leaf-spring suspension and a 34-tonne rear tridem comprising a dual-driven tandem (available with single or hub reduction) and a hydraulically steered, lifting trailing axle.

This combination delivers the best of both worlds: heavy load capacity and outstanding agility on job sites or narrow access roads.

The dual front axles also allow the installation of high-capacity cranes directly behind the cab, supporting heavy lifting and material handling operations. The tridem’s trailing axle is rated for a static load of 26 tonnes, ensuring stability and load control when containers or equipment are positioned toward the rear.

The new chassis is available through DAF’s network of over 1,100 official dealers, with a right-hand-drive version for UK customers expected in 2026.

Wide Engine Range and Proven Driveline

DAF offers the FAF chassis with a choice of PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 engines, paired with the TraXon automated transmission.

Power output ranges from 300 hp (220 kW) to 530 hp (390 kW), ensuring operators can select a configuration matched to their application and terrain.

This robust driveline mirrors the proven performance of DAF’s XDC and XFC construction trucks, which already serve across Europe in concrete, aggregate, and infrastructure fleets.

Safety and Comfort

The FAF is available with either the XD or XF cabs — both built for maximum visibility and safety.

A sloping dashboard, low window belt lines, and optional kerb-view window provide excellent direct visibility, while systems such as the DAF Digital Vision System, Corner View, and reversing camera deliver an extra layer of indirect awareness in crowded or confined sites.

Inside, DAF continues to prioritize comfort with ergonomic seating, intuitive controls, and optimized step entry — key features for operators spending long shifts on varied terrain.

Built in Britain

All DAF trucks for Europe are assembled in Leyland, Lancashire, where the company produced almost 14,000 vehicles in 2024.

The new FAF joins DAF’s expanding British-built range, complementing the XDC and XFC construction series launched in 2022 — both known for their rugged build, high ground clearance, and reinforced bumpers. With this addition, DAF now offers one of the broadest construction portfolios in the European market, from traditional diesel trucks to emerging zero-emission electric models.

Looking Ahead: Electrification and Versatility

While the FAF represents the strength of DAF’s diesel expertise, the brand is also pushing forward in electrification.

The XD and XF Electric models, equipped with PACCAR EX-D motors and battery packs up to 525 kWh, are ready for zero-emission logistics and urban construction operations.

Together, these products form a comprehensive lineup for construction fleets, balancing performance, payload, and sustainability.

DAF Expands Construction Range with New 10×4 FAF Chassis for Heavy-Duty Applications published on The HeavyQuip Magazine.