The range was first shown in the spring of 1980 as the bonneted (conventional-cab) T-series (for "Torpedo", not to be confused with the 2004 T-series).

[3] The cab, also featuring an all-new interior, was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro.

[1] The 2-series was also manufactured by Scania's Brazilian operations, beginning in 1982.

[citation needed] Letter suffixes M, H, or E, relate to frame/suspension ratings - "medium", "heavy", or "extra-heavy" duty.

[1] Prefixes used are as follows:[4] At the time of introduction, the 2-series "T" was available with either a 7.8, 11.0, or 14.2-litre engine.