Mercedes-Benz Actros facts for kids

A Mercedes-Benz Actros truck in Poland

A Mercedes-Benz Actros truck transporting onions in Cameroon

The Mercedes-Benz Actros is a powerful truck made by Daimler Trucks and Mercedes-Benz. These big trucks are used all over the world to transport many different kinds of goods. They are known for being strong and reliable.

The Actros Story: A Timeline

The Mercedes-Benz Actros has been around for quite some time, with new and improved versions being released over the years.

First Steps: The Original Actros

The very first Mercedes-Benz Actros truck was built in 1995. This was the start of a new line of heavy-duty trucks designed for long journeys and big loads.

New Versions Over Time

After the first model, Daimler Trucks kept making the Actros even better.

• The second version of the Actros was launched in 2002.
• Then, the third version came out in 2007, bringing more updates.
• The fourth generation, often called "the New Actros," was introduced in July 2011. Each new generation brought improvements in power, comfort, and technology for drivers.

Images for kids

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  First Generation Actros

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  Second Generation Actros

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  Third Generation Actros (2008 facelift) 1841

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  Instrument Cluster in 2010 Actros 3

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  Armoured Heavy Support Vehicle System of the Canadian Army in Afghanistan.

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  Mercedes New Actros of Eddie Stobart

See also

In Spanish: Mercedes-Benz Actros para niños