Damion Smy
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Overview
Variant
Active
Variant
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Body type
MPV
Body type
Panel Van
Engine size
2.5 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
8.8 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
125kW / 441Nm
Power and torque
121kW / 390Nm
852km
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Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
4
Seats
8
Seats
3
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
4 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 193
CO2 Level (Combined): 231
CO2 Level (Urban): 297
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Eu6.2 (C And D-Temp)
Engine
Bore Engine: 91.0
Engine (cc): 2497
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 96.0
Engine
Engine (cc): 1995
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel System
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.8
Main Capacity (L): 75
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 16.5
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
Main Type: Total
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 852
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 529
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 32
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 27
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 13.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 32
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 8.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 11.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 25
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 21
Fuel Consumption
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 441
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 165
Maximum Power (kW): 121
Maximum Torque (Nm): 390
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.8
Fuel Economy
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Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: 8f57
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 108
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 108
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: MPV
Local Body Type: MPV
Platform Code: CK
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: V36x
Roof Type: Semi-High
Wheelbase Type: Long
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 29.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 842
Cargo Capacity
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External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11220
Front Track (in): 66.3
Front Track (mm): 1685
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 190
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.8
Overall Height (in): 75.8
Overall Height (mm): 1925
Overall Length (in): 202.8
Overall Length (mm): 5150
Overall Width (in): 75.6
Overall Width (mm): 1920
Rear Track (in): 65.4
Rear Track (mm): 1660
Wheelbase (in): 126.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3200
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13300
Front Overhang (in): 40.3
Front Overhang (mm): 1023
Front Track (in): 68.2
Front Track (mm): 1732
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 43.6
Overall Height (in): 99.6
Overall Height (mm): 2530
Overall Length (in): 235.5
Overall Length (mm): 5981
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 83.1
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 2112
Overall Width (in): 83.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 97.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2474
Overall Width (mm): 2112
Rear Overhang (in): 47.6
Rear Overhang (mm): 1208
Rear Track (in): 69.3
Rear Track (mm): 1759
Wheelbase (in): 147.6
Wheelbase (mm): 3750
Internal Dimensions
3rd Row Headroom (in): 39.8
3rd Row Headroom (mm): 1010
Front Headroom (in): 40.0
Front Headroom (mm): 1017
Rear Headroom (in): 40.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 1018
3rd Row Hip Room (in): 57.5
3rd Row Hip Room (mm): 1460
Front Hip Room (in): 60.2
Front Hip Room (mm): 1530
Rear Hip Room (in): 65.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1652
3rd Row Leg Room (in): 36.4
3rd Row Leg Room (mm): 925
Front Leg Room (in): 41.0
Front Leg Room (mm): 1041
Rear Leg Room (in): 39.2
Rear Leg Room (mm): 995
3rd Row Shoulder Room (in): 62.0
3rd Row Shoulder Room (mm): 1575
Front Shoulder Room (in): 63.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1610
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 65.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1650
Internal Dimensions
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Cargo Area Dimensions
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Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 406.1
Cargo Volume (L): 11500
Height (in): 74.3
Height (mm): 1886
Length (in): 139.1
Length (mm): 3533
Loading Floor Height (in): 23.3
Loading Floor Height (mm): 592
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 54.8
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1392
Width (in): 70.2
Width (mm): 1784
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Sliding
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Sliding
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
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Cargo Doors
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Cargo Doors
Driver Height (in): 63.0
Driver Height (mm): 1600
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Opening Angle: 0
Driver Operation: Sliding
Driver Width (in): 51.2
Driver Width (mm): 1300
Passenger Height (in): 66.9
Passenger Height (mm): 1700
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 51.2
Passenger Width (mm): 1300
Rear Height (in): 68.8
Rear Height (mm): 1748
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 270
Rear Operation: Double Hinged
Rear Width (in): 61.6
Rear Width (mm): 1565
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3030
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6680
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2230
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4916
Tare Weight (kg): 2175
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 150
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1850
Front Axle Weight (lb): 4079
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2750
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6063
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 6000
Gross Train Weight (lb): 13228
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3550
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7826
Payload Allowance (kg): 1301
Payload Allowance (lb): 2868
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2249
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4958
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 2000
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4409
Tare Weight (kg): 2198
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
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Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
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Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Cruise Control
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Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Driver Modes
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Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 12
Screen Size (in): 12.00
Traffic Info: yes
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Programmable Settings: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Computer
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
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Load Area Side Covering
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Load Area Side Covering
Exposed Metal: Partial
Type: Board
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Location: 3rd Row Seats
3rd Row Seats Number: 3
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
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Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20090101
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: Poor
ANCAP Rating Year: 2009
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.4 Manual
Crash Test Results
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Side Curtain Airbag
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Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Autonomous Drive
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Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 8
Configuration: 2+3+3
Seating
Capacity: 3
Configuration: 3+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Secondary Ventilation Controls
3rd Row Location: 3rd Row
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Ventilation System
Heater Type: Combustion
Ventilation System
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
Period (Months): 12
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area
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Bulkhead
Height: Full
Width: Full
Bulkhead Window: yes
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
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