Road Tests: Mercedes-Benz Atego 6x4

Detailed Specifications and Dimensions

Model

Mercedes-Benz Atego 6x4
Chassis Configuration:6x4, RWD
Design GVW:26,000kg
Design GCW:26,000kg

Engine

Mercedes-Benz M-B OM906LA Euro-2
Fuel type:Diesel / DERV
Cylinders:6
Bore/Stroke:102 x 130mm
Capacity:6.4 litres
Compression Ratio:17.4:1
Maximum net power:275hp(205kW) at 2,300rpm
Maximum net torque:1,100Nm(811lbft) at 1,250-1,500rpm

Transmission

M-B G10-12 12-speed splitter -1-speed Manual
Final Drive: 5.26:1

Chassis

High-tensile steel ladder frame
Braking:Dual-circuit, full-air system with self-adjusting discs. ABS, air drier and load sensing on rear axle
Steering:Recirculating ball with variable-ratio power assistance
Suspension:Front, steel parabolic leaf springs; rear, dual-rate parabolic two-spring bogie with telescopic shock absorbers and stabilisers front and rear
Wheels and tyres:9.00x22.5in front and twin 8.25x22.5in rear steel wheels with 315/80R 22.5 front and 295/80R 22.5 rear tyres
Fuel tank:300 litres
Eletrical system:24V earth return/CAN bus system
Axle design weights:Axle 1: 8,000kg
Axle 2: 19,000kg

Dimensions

Wheelbase:4,575mm
Cab width:2,050mm
Cab length:1,830mm
Front overhang:1,440mm
Cab floor height:1,095mm