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Long haul today
Long-haul transport is evolving under pressure from cost, capacity, and sustainability requirements. Freight demand is projected to keep growing over the long term, even as fleets face tighter margins and higher expectations for reliability and on-time performance.
At the same time, the driver shortage remains a structural challenge globally, with a widening age gap and millions of retirements expected in the coming years.
Against this backdrop, operators need trucks that help protect uptime and total cost of ownership—through efficient powertrains, driver-friendly drivability and comfort for days on the road—and that can also support a gradual transition toward lower-emission operations as technologies and infrastructure scale.
Why UD Trucks for long haul?
UD Trucks is built on Ultimate Dependability—helping long-haul fleets stay productive with robust vehicles and an uptime-focused support ecosystem.
In markets where available, Quester can be specified to support long-distance operations with drivability and efficiency features such as ESCOT automated manual transmission (AMT), designed to reduce workload in shifting and support efficient operation over varying loads and gradients.
For driver attraction and retention, cab comfort matters. Quester’s High Roof Cab is designed as a spacious, walk-through environment with upper and lower bunks for shared long-distance assignments—supporting rest and daily comfort on the road.
Because long haul depends on predictable uptime, UD’s aftersales solutions—service planning, genuine parts and service, roadside support, and connected services where available—help reduce unplanned downtime and keep operations moving.
Quester features designed for long-haul
Comfortable, efficient, and easier to drive—built for the long run. Quester is engineered around UD’s signature dependability to help long-haul operators protect uptime and keep drivers productive on every assignment. (Availability may vary by market and specification.)
FeatureDescriptionFeatureDescription1Reliability & durability for long distances6Profitable service life2Excellent fuel efficiency with ESCOT7UD Connected Services enable easy fleet control3Smooth, efficient driving with ESCOT increases productivity8Fuel reports and training improve driver performance4Robust components maximize uptime9High load capacity increases profitability5High average speed for faster assignments 10Largest ever UD cab for more comfortable assignments
Where comfort equals efficiency
Giving drivers more comfort and space to live and work helps fleets attract and retain talent—and perform consistently on the road. A spacious, well-appointed cab creates a more pleasant working environment. The High Roof Cab offers a walk-through layout with generous bunk space, designed to support comfort on long-haul assignments.
In addition, ESCOT—the latest evolution of UD’s 12-speed automated manual transmission—helps deliver a smoother driving experience and can reduce driver stress and fatigue. In a typical daily operation with a manual transmission, drivers may need to shift 1,000 to 1,500 times per day. By automating gear selection, ESCOT helps drivers stay focused on the road while supporting consistent driving performance across different experience levels.
Models suitable for long haul
10 models
Quester CQE
GVW 38.0 Ton
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8x2
| 250PS - 350PS
Quon CV Lorry
GVW 22.0 Ton
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6x2
| 357PS
Quester CDE
GVW 31.0 Ton
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6x2
| 250PS - 350PS
Quester CWE
GVW 34.0 Ton
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6x4
| 280PS - 460PS
Quester CGE
GVW 41.0 Ton
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8x4
| 280PS - 460PS
Quester GKE
GCW48.00 Ton
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4x2
| 280PS - 460PS
Quester GDE
GCW56.00 Ton
|
6x2
| 280PS - 460PS
Quester GWE
GCW80.00 Ton
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6x4
| 280PS - 460PS
Quon CX
GVW 22.0-23.5 Ton
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6x4
| 360PS - 400PS
Quon GK 11L
GCW40.00-46.00 Ton
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4x2
| 400PS - 460PS
Quester CQE
Specifications
Axle Configuration
8x2
Engine
GH8E
Weight
GVW 38.0 Ton
Transmission
9-speed MT; 12-speed MT
Power
250PS - 350PS
Torque
950; 1050; 1200
Braking System
Full air brake system; Automatic slack adjuster; ABS optional; Spring-based parking brakes; Exhaust brake as standard
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Euro 3; Euro 5
Application
Cargo
Quon CV Lorry
Specifications
Axle Configuration
6x2
Engine
GH8E
Weight
GVW 22.0 Ton
Transmission
ESCOT-VI
Power
357PS
Torque
1428
Braking System
Air Type disk brake of front and rear; Auxiliary brake; UD Extra Engine Brake (EEB); Variable geometry turbo brake
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Post Post New Long Term emission regulation
Application
Lorry
Quester CDE
Specifications
Axle Configuration
6x2
Engine
GH8E
Weight
GVW 31.0 Ton
Transmission
6-speed MT; 6-speed AT; 9-speed MT
Power
250PS - 350PS
Torque
950; 1050; 1200
Braking System
Full air brake system; Automatic slack adjuster; ABS optional; Exhaust brake as standard
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Euro 3; Euro 5
Application
Cargo
Quester CWE
Specifications
Axle Configuration
6x4
Engine
GH8E; GH11E
Weight
GVW 34.0 Ton
Transmission
6-speed AT; 6-speed MT; 9-speed MT; 12-speed AMT; 12-speed MT
Power
280PS - 460PS
Torque
1050; 1200; 1700; 1800; 2000; 2250
Braking System
Full air brake system; Automatic slack adjuster; ABS optional; Spring-based parking brakes; Auxiliary brake; Engine brake optional
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Euro 3; Euro 5
Application
Cargo
Mixer
Tipper
Quester CGE
Specifications
Axle Configuration
8x4
Engine
GH8E; GH11E
Weight
GVW 41.0 Ton
Transmission
6-speed AT; 6-speed MT; 9-speed MT; 12-speed AMT; 12-speed MT
Power
280PS - 460PS
Torque
1050; 1200; 1700; 1800; 2000; 2250
Braking System
Full air brake system; Automatic slack adjuster; ABS optional; Spring-based parking brakes; Engine brake optional
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Euro 3; Euro 5
Application
Cargo
Mixer
Tipper