Mercedes-Benz Trucks

Actros

Introduced 1996

5 documented generations

Mercedes-Benz's flagship heavy-duty truck for long-haul and demanding transport, combining advanced powertrains, driver-focused cabs, safety technology and long-distance operating efficiency.

Generations

Explore the documented generations and major iterations of the Actros model line.

Actros (1996)
1996–2002
The first-generation Mercedes-Benz Actros was introduced in 1996 as a completely new heavy-duty truck designed for long-distance and demanding transport. It introduced advanced electronic vehicle systems,…
6 engines
Actros (2002)
2002–2008
The second-generation Actros introduced a major development of Mercedes-Benz's heavy-duty truck platform, with a redesigned cab, updated electronic systems, improved driver comfort and further development of…
8 engines
Actros (2008)
2008–2011
The third-generation Actros introduced further cab and powertrain development while building on the established Actros heavy-duty platform. It focused on improved efficiency, safety, comfort and long-distance…
8 engines
Actros (2011)
2011–2019
The fourth-generation Actros introduced a completely redesigned cab and a new heavy-duty vehicle architecture, with major advances in fuel efficiency, driver comfort, safety and electronic assistance systems.
10 engines
Actros (2019)
Introduced 2019
The fifth-generation Actros introduced a heavily digitalized cab and advanced driver assistance architecture while retaining the fundamental long-haul platform of the previous generation. It introduced the…
9 engines

Engine applications

Actros (1996)

1996–2002

Actros (2002)

2002–2008

Actros (2008)

2008–2011

Actros (2011)

2011–2019

Actros (2019)

Introduced 2019