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equipment matters Nissan's NV series vans are new to the market but quickly gaining popularity. cab LCF, the contractor was able to carry enough workers and equipment to accomplish in one day what had taken two days with the pickup/trailer setup. As an unexpected benefit, the LCF could use high-occupancy vehicle lanes where the pickup and trailer could not. OTHER TRUCKS Vans offer yet another alternative or complement to pickups. The Ford Transit Connect provides 129.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity or 78.4 cubic feet with optional second-row seating. Its 2-liter inline four- cylinder engine delivers 136 horsepower and 128 pound-feet of torque to the front wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. Since being introduced in the United States in 2001, the Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter van lineup has expanded to include a number of body styles including cargo and passenger vans, crew vans with second-row seating and a chassis cab. There are standard and high-roof models and two wheelbases (144 and 170 inches). A maxi- mum cargo capacity of 547 cubic feet comes in the long-wheelbase, high-roof model. The only drive- train available is a V6 diesel engine producing 188 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. Nissan entered this market in the 2012 model year with the NV Series. There are three models reflecting three gross vehicle weight ratings — the NV1500, NV2500 and NV3500 — and two trim levels. The NV2500 and NV3500 come in standard- and high-roof versions; the NV1500 is standard- roof only. Cargo capacity is 234 cubic feet with the standard roof and 323 with the high roof. Transmissions are five-speed automatics and in- clude tow mode as part of an optional tow package. Engine choices are a V6 rated at 261 horsepower and a V8 rated at 317 horsepower. Wherever your business takes you, we're there to help. At Progressive Commercial Auto, we know your business depends on your vehicle. For over 40 years, we've been offering Commercial Auto insurance designed specifically for small business owners. And with 24/7 live support and expert claims representatives, we get you back on the road fast. On the road with you. Now that's Progressive. 1-888-375-7905 ProgressiveCommercial.com Call for a Free Quote Find an Agent United Financial Casualty Co. & affiliates. 12B00197.L03 (05/12) 16 TOTAL LANDSCAPE CARE / June 2012 Write 372 on Reader Service Card or visit TotalLandscapeCare.net/info