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The L-LineTrucks That WorkTo those of us who build them, they’re trucks. To those of you who use them, they’re power tools a way to get the job done. They don’t need chrome lug nut covers or leather seats. All they need to dois work.Nothing works like a Sterling truck. Versatile, tough, dependable and durable, on-road or off, they’redesigned for driving comfort and maximized productivity.L-Line trucks and tractors — with GVWRs up to 98,000 lbs. — are the Sterling workhorses, engineeredfor those medium-duty to heavy-duty vocations that put a premium on work: construction, refuse,utility, beverage, LTL and municipality.The L-Line steel cab (aluminum option, L/LT 8500 and 9500) has gained a well-earned reputation fornot only its roominess, but for its quiet ride, structural integrity and durability.For flexibility of application, the L-Line is offered in four BBCs with a range of diesel engine choicesfrom mid-range to premium big-bore, including the Mercedes-Benz MBE 4000 and MBE 900.Frame, suspension and lightweight component options, help guarantee that whatever yourrequirements, there’s a set of L-Line specifications to meet them.When there’s work that needs doing, reach for the perfect power tool a Sterling L-Line truck.You’ll like the way we work. 3

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InteriorsBase Oasis TanOptional Opal GrayOptional Graphite BlackWork Hard. Ride Easy.We can’t shorten the work day, but at Sterling, we’re doing everything we can to make life inside an L-Linetruck more productive and ownership more profitable.Interior materials are especially designed for work trucks, easy to clean, fabricated to last. The extra-toughMordura and Fabriform Mordura seat covers (available only on EzyRider seats) are ready-made for vocationslike construction, where seats can be exposed to years of mud, grease and grime.A choice of color schemes complement exterior colors, including Graphite Black a popular vocational option.See your Sterling dealer for details.Standard specifications include: 50 circuit fuse panel with 12 extra terminals best-in-class 9.5" fore-aftseat travel HVAC system, with 15 cab vents, is among the best-in-class solar tinted windshield cab insulation for noise reduction and temperature control Bostrom mid-back, non-suspended driverseat (L/LT7500; L/LT8500) Bostrom Talladega mid-back air-suspended driver seat (L/LT9500) 3-point, adjustable D-ring retractor driver seat belt SAE 1587/1708 9-pin diagnostic interface connector.Options include: motorized, heated mirrors overhead and rear floor storage consoles with CB bin and hotpost ground between-seat console with coin tray, CB bin, storage bin plus cup holders (2) fire extinguisher(s) air conditioning EzyRider and a variety of Bostrom seats adjustable tilt and tilt/telescopic steering column shift-by-wire SmartShift Allison Automatic Transmission Shift Pad two-spoke 18", leather-wrappedsteering wheel electric power left- and right-hand door locks and windows a range of gauge packages electronic speed control (std. L/LT9500) a range of sound systems, including AM/FM/WB/CD radio.Graphite Black interior with optional woodgrain dashand Graphite Black Fabriform Mordura seat coveringYou’ll like the way we work. 5

Easy on the Driver. Tough on the Job.If it wasn't tough enough to show upfor work, day in day out — if itwasn't big enough to do the job — wewouldn't put the Sterling name onthe grille. The L-Line cab. It's whatsets us apart and puts us ahead.Room for ThreePowertrain ChoicesSuspension OfferingsThe L-Line offers an effective rangeof engine choices from Caterpillar,Detroit Diesel and Mercedes-Benz,matched with a variety of EatonFuller and Allison transmissions plus the high-torque, fuel efficientand durable MBT 6-speed (MBE900 only).Hendrickson — The L-Line isavailable in a wide range ofHendrickson suspensions —single drive, dual drive, air, flat-leaf,PRIMAAX, HAULMAAX, from23k-52k. The cab is roomy, comfortable anddriver friendly. It measures a full81 inches from door to door —wide enough to comfortably sitthree across.MBE 900 and MBE 4000 featureadvanced electronic controls, uniquefuel injection systems and extendedmaintenance cycles. There's more knee and belly roombehind the wheel than most othervehicles in its class, making lifeon the job safer and easier onthe driver.They are recognized throughout theindustry for favorable pricing, fuelefficiency, clean emissions, lowmaintenance costs, and stablehardware that helps contribute toreliability and durability. The two-step design is off-set, likestairs, for easy climbing — anadvantage for operators makingmultiple daily deliveries.PTO options include crank-shaftand fly-wheel driven rear engineconfigurations.Two-Passenger SeatTight Turning RadiusAn available two-passenger seat withunder-seat tool box is a popularoption for applications that typicallyrequire a three-person work crew.Wheel-cut angles up to 50 degreesresult in a smaller turning radii forimproved maneuverability andenhanced safety when operatingaround congested city streets andcluttered job sites.6Sterling TufTrac is designed forhigh articulation operations where it'simportant to traverse bumps, ridgesand washboard without “bottomingout.” It's the suspension of choice invocations that routinely take you intorough, on/off-road areas.Trimming the FatAt Sterling we’re always looking fornew ways to slim down. Someweight-saving features, likealuminum wheel hubs, areengineered into the basic L-Linedesign. Your salesperson can helpyou spec’ the lean and mean truckthat best fits your needs.Lightweight Chassis OptionsApproximate Savings (lbs.)The Sterling TufTrac 2-Stage (shown)provides all of the high-performancefeatures of the standard TufTrac whileimproving the unladen ride.52" and 60" Two-StageThe standard single-axle rearsuspension is a maintenance-free,two-stage 52" variable rate taper-leafspring in 10k-23k packages.Optional, maintenance-free, two-stage60" taper-leaf rear suspension springpackages, with optional stabilizer bar,are available in 18k, 21k and 23kratings.DescriptionLightweight brake drums,front and rearSingle AxleTandem Axle70110Aluminum bumpers4040Aluminum air reservoirs353512Aluminum battery box12Aluminum clutch housing5353Aluminum cab100100Sterling TufTrac vocational suspensionN/A300 — 450**versus equivalent walking beam suspension

Service and DesignEasy to serviceIn-dash fuse panelLighter, Tougher FramesBody Builder FriendlyUnlatch the elastomeric strapsconveniently located on the L-Linefenders and pull from the front totilt the hood 70 degrees. The splashshields swing up and out of theway — unlike many other truckswhere they have to be removed toservice the engine.L-Line fuses are easy to accessand replace, helping to reducemaintenance and downtime.Extra-high tensile, bolted 120,000 psiframes are lighter and stronger withup to 5 million RBM rating.The L-Line is designed to allow foreasier and cost-effective custombody upfitting.Branch circuit fuses (up to 50) andrelays are located in the dash behindan easily removable panel.Optional premium HUCK boltfasteners enhance durability andeliminate retorquing in critical areas.Widely available blade-typeautomotive fuses used in this panelcan be replaced without tools.Front Frame ExtensionsAll-aluminum fuel tanks, ranging insize from 50–150 gallons, aremounted under-cab for maximumground clearance and a clean CA foreasier body installation.The optional radiator-mounted grillestays put to retain tilt-hood servicingconvenience with front-mountedpumps. On 113-inch BBC and 122inch BBC models, the oil and coolantlevels can be checked through theavailable, spring-loaded Ready LineAccess Opening.A butterfly hood option, on 101-inchBBC (RH only) and 113-inch BBC(transverse access) models simplifiesservicing on units with frontmounted PTO equipment.There are 12 extra terminals for useas needed.Main maxi-fuses and relays aremounted in a protected, convenientunder-hood power distribution box.We also provide auxiliary switchesand connectors for after-market,specialized applications.Integral front frame extensions areavailable on the L-Line in 12" and24" sizes.Optilock Grid SystemThe Optilock Grid System, a framehole layout process, provides predetermined rows of potential chassishole locations, spaced approximately2" apart, center-to-center.Color-coded air lines are compactlybundled inside the left frame rail andcolor-coded electric circuits arebundled inside the right rail,minimizing the number of lines thatmust cross the frame.The line placement gives a cleanappearance to the frame and reducesthe risk of snagging critical linesduring body installation.All crossmembers, mountingbrackets, etc., comply with the gridpattern, resulting in a more preciselocation of frame components, soimportant for custom order units.You’ll like the way we work. 7