DAF XF vs Mercedes-Benz Arocs

The Mercedes-Benz Arocs is the heavier machine, at 9.48 t against 9.31 t, and the DAF XF has more power (300 kW against 290 kW).

The DAF XF is ahead on: more power, more torque, bigger fuel tank, turns tighter. The Mercedes-Benz Arocs is ahead on: lifts or carries more, narrower to transport.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the DAF XF and the Mercedes-Benz Arocs drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.

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At a glance

Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.

Figure	DAF XF	Mercedes-Benz Arocs
Kerb weight	9,314 kg	9,477 kg
Gross powerHigher is better	300 kW+3%	290 kW
Max torqueHigher is better	2,150 Nm+13%	1,900 Nm
GVWHigher is better	26,000 kg	33,000 kg+27%
Fuel tankHigher is better	510 L+31%	390 L
Turning circleLower is better	13.76 m+37%	22 m
Overall widthLower is better	2.55 m	2.5 m+2%
Overall length	7.08 m	9.905 m

All specifications

Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.

Differences only(39)

FigureDAF XF Mercedes-Benz Arocs

Dimensions

Overall length7.08 m9.905 m

Overall width2.55 mat centre of front axle2.5 m

Width at rear2.48 mNot published

Wheelbase3.9 m4.8 mfront axle to first rear axle

Tandem axle spacing1.4 m1.35 m

Front overhang1.53 m1.5 m

Rear overhang1.65 mfrom centre of rear bogie1.95 mframe overhang behind last axle

Front axle to back of cab0.83 mNot published

Back of cab to rear end4.72 mNot published

Cab height above frame2.18 mNot published

Fifth wheel lead0.37 mahead of rear bogie centre, standardNot published

Frame height at front1.02 munladen at front axle; 0.97 m laden1.016 mladen; 1.107 m unladen

Frame height at rear1.03 munladen at driven axles; 1.00 m laden1.022 mladen; 1.081 m unladen

Turning circle13.76 mbetween kerbs22 m

Turning circle between walls15.14 mNot published

Overall height (cab roof)Not published3.53 mtotal height incl. air intake

Front trackNot published2.07 m

Rear trackNot published1.804 m

Ground clearanceNot published0.312 mat rear; 0.317 m at front

Weight

Kerb weight9,314 kg9,477 kg

GVW26,000 kgregistration; 27,000 kg technical33,000 kg

GCW44,000 kg68,000 kgmanufacturer's gross combination mass

Front axle load8,000 kg8,000 kgmanufacturer's rating

Rear axle load19,000 kgregistration; 2 x 10.5 t axles26,000 kgtandem, manufacturer's rating

Gross carrying capacity16,686 kgNot published

PayloadNot published16,223 kgat permissible mass

Engine

Engine modelPACCAR MX-11 (XF 410)Mercedes-Benz OM 460, inline 6

EmissionsEuro 6Euro III

Cylinders66

Displacement10.8 L12.8 L

Gross power300 kW (408 hp)at 1,600 rpm290 kW (394 hp)at 1,600 rpm

Max torque2,150 Nmat 900-1,125 rpm1,900 Nmat 1,100 rpm

Engine rangeMX-11 270/300/330 kW, MX-13 315/355/390 kW (XF 370-530)Not published

Transmission

GearboxTraXon 12TX2010 DD 12-speed automated, 16.69-1.00G 330-12/11.63-0.77, Mercedes PowerShift 3, 12-speed

Rear axle ratio2.83i = 4.333

Rear axlesSR1360T, 2 x 10.5 t, air suspensionCrown wheel 300, planetary hub reduction, 2 x 13.4 t

ClutchNot publishedSingle-disc clutch

Tyres

Tyres315/70 R22.5 front and drive315/80 R 22.5 on 9.00x22.5 rims, front and rear

Service capacities

Fuel tank510 Laluminium, left390 Lleft, steel

AdBlue tank80 LNot published

Fifth wheel

Fifth wheelJOST JSK37C cast iron, 150 + 40 mmNot published

Sources: DAF XF 410 FTT 6X4 Tractor specification sheet 016G0249AAAA - 202545A (DAF Trucks UK, 10-07-2025) · Mercedes-Benz Arocs 5 3340 6x4 technical specifications, version 01/2020 (Tecnica Industrial, Mozambique)

Drawn to scale

Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.

DAF XFMercedes-Benz ArocsSame scale, front edges and ground lined up.

DAF XF vs Mercedes-Benz Arocs: questions

Which is bigger, the DAF XF or Mercedes-Benz Arocs?

By operating weight the Mercedes-Benz Arocs is the biggest at 9.48 t, then the DAF XF at 9.31 t.

Which has more power, the DAF XF or Mercedes-Benz Arocs?

The DAF XF: DAF XF 300 kW (408 hp), Mercedes-Benz Arocs 290 kW (394 hp) (gross power), a 3% difference.

Which lifts or carries more, the DAF XF or Mercedes-Benz Arocs?

The Mercedes-Benz Arocs: DAF XF 26,000 kg, Mercedes-Benz Arocs 33,000 kg (gvw), a 27% difference.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the DAF XF or Mercedes-Benz Arocs?

The DAF XF: DAF XF 510 L, Mercedes-Benz Arocs 390 L (fuel tank), a 31% difference.

Which turns tighter, the DAF XF or Mercedes-Benz Arocs?

The DAF XF: DAF XF 13.76 m, Mercedes-Benz Arocs 22 m (turning circle), a 37% difference.

Which is narrower to transport, the DAF XF or Mercedes-Benz Arocs?

The Mercedes-Benz Arocs: DAF XF 2.55 m, Mercedes-Benz Arocs 2.5 m (overall width), a 2% difference.

Where do these figures come from?

Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.

Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?

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