Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the ProCabin Actros that will replace its existing larger cab Actros models, including the 2.5 StreamSpace and GigaSpace.
The new futuristic looking Actros model will be on sale in Australia and New Zealand from later this year.
The aerodynamic design of the ProCabin Actros aids in its improved fuel consumption. Mercedes-Benz says it delivers a three per cent fuel efficiency improvement compared to its predecessor.
Daimler Truck Australia Pacific President and CEO, Daniel Whitehead, explained why the new ProCabin is a great example of Mercedes-Benz’s research and development.
“The ProCabin is the embodiment of trucking innovation in 2025,” he said.
“It shows that even after a series of upgrades that consistently driven down fuel consumption, the Mercedes-Benz Trucks team can still innovate and cut fuel use by another three per cent.”
Daimler Truck Australia Pacific Vice President Sales, Marketing and Operations, Andrew Assimo, added, “We are excited that we will soon be able to deliver this incredible truck to our Australian and New Zealand customers and help them to realise the benefits it is already delivering in Europe.
“Driving down running costs has always been a core focus of the Actros and this iteration proves considerable fuel efficiency gains can be realised with innovative design.”
The 2663 ProCabin on display on the Mercedes-Benz stand is one of several validation units and will soon join Australian fleets before the new truck officially goes on sale.
For the new cab, designers introduced a rounded-off shape to guide the air around the vehicle with as little drag possible.
Leaving virtually no gaps or spaces further optimises airflow, while maintaining cooling effectiveness.
Designers also added extended cab deflectors to better help push the wind around the truck.
Mercedes-Benz will continue producing the existing 2.3 ClassicSpace and StreamSpace models, but with minor safety upgrades.
All new Actros models will gain a significant active safety technology upgrade that exceeds the new European General Safety Regulation standard.
Daimler Truck has introduced a new electronics platform that can process data 20 times faster, enabling the truck’s safety systems to react faster.
The Actros has four new radars, in addition to the existing centrally mounted front radar and windscreen-mounted camera. This provides a 270-degree view around the vehicle, allowing engineers to further improve the clever Active Sideguard Assist system. It monitors both sides of the vehicle and covers an even greater area than before. It can even stop the truck when it is turning (up to 20km/h) if it detects a hazard.
During the Brisbane Truck Show, Mercedes-Benz also showcased its fully-electric eActros and eEconic range. The eActros is already hard at work in Australia, with 20 units working with Perth’s Centurion fleet and another 10 to be delivered soon.