Isuzu Giga vs Mercedes-Benz Axor

The Isuzu Giga is the heavier machine, at 7.81 t against 6.63 t, and the Isuzu Giga has more power (338 kW against 295 kW).

The Isuzu Giga is ahead on: more power, more torque, lifts or carries more, bigger fuel tank, turns tighter. The Mercedes-Benz Axor is ahead on: lower to transport.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Isuzu Giga and the Mercedes-Benz Axor 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	Isuzu Giga	Mercedes-Benz Axor
Kerb weight	7,810 kg	6,632 kg
Gross powerHigher is better	350 kW+19%	295 kW
Max torqueHigher is better	2,255 Nm+13%	2,000 Nm
GVWHigher is better	24,000 kg+33%	18,000 kg
Fuel tankHigher is better	550 L+22%	450 L
Turning circleLower is better	14.6 m+6%	15.6 m
Overall height (cab roof)Lower is better	3.2 m	3.195 m
Overall length	6.93 m	5.815 m

All specifications

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FigureIsuzu Giga Mercedes-Benz Axor

Dimensions

Overall length6.93 m5.815 m

Overall height (cab roof)3.2 m3.195 munladen

Wheelbase3.885 mfront axle to centre of rear bogie3.6 m3.9 m optional

Tandem axle spacing1.31 mNot published

Front overhang1.4 m1.44 m

Rear overhang1.645 mfrom centre of rear bogie0.775 m

Front axle to back of cab0.764 mNot published

Back of cab to rear end4.766 m3.42 m

Behind cab equipment to rear bogie centre2.45 mNot published

Cab height above frame2.196 mNot published

Frame height at front0.915 mat front axle, unladen1.039 munladen at front axle; 0.985 m laden

Frame height at rear1.035 mat rear axles, unladen1.026 munladen at rear axle; 0.994 m laden

Overall width2.49 mdimensioned on the maker's rear view2.49 m

Front track2.01 mdimensioned on the maker's front viewNot published

Rear track1.85 mmaker's RT, on the rear viewNot published

Width across rear tyres2.44 mmaker's ORT, on the rear viewNot published

Turning circle14.6 mkerb to kerb15.6 mwall to wall

Front to back of cabNot published2.395 m

Ground clearanceNot published0.234 mrear; 0.277 m front

Fifth wheel positionNot published0.54 m

Weight

Kerb weight7,810 kg6,632 kg

GVW24,000 kgGVM18,000 kgdesign and UK authorised

GCW50,000 kgGCM44,000 kgdesign; 40,000 kg UK authorised

Front axle load6,600 kgloading limit at ground7,100 kg

Rear axle load20,865 kgloading limit at ground (tandem)11,500 kgdesign

Engine

Engine modelIsuzu 6WG1-TCC, turbocharged and intercooled, common railMercedes-Benz OM 457 LA, in-line 6, turbo-intercooled

EmissionsJNLT 05 / ADR 80/03 (cooled EGR + DPD)Euro 5 (BlueTec 5 SCR)

Cylinders66

Displacement15.7 L12 L

Gross power350 kW (469 hp)JIS gross, at 1,800 rpm295 kW (401 PS)

Net power338 kW (453 hp)DIN net, at 1,800 rpmNot published

Max torque2,255 NmDIN net at 1,300 rpm; 2,334 Nm JIS gross2,000 Nm1840 LS, at 1,100 rpm

Transmission

GearboxEaton RTLO 18918B 18-speed constant mesh manualMercedes PowerShift G211-12, 12-speed automated (G221-9 8+crawler manual optional)

ClutchSpicer twin plate 15.5 in, air assistedSingle dry plate, 430 mm

Rear axleNot publishedMercedes-Benz single reduction, cross-axle diff lock, full air suspension

Axles

Rear axle ratio3.73:13.08:1

Rear axlesMeritor RT-40-145GP tandem, 18,100 kg, inter-axle and cross locksNot published

Front axleMeritor FG941, 6,600 kgNot published

Rear suspensionHendrickson HAS461 airbag, 20,865 kg at groundNot published

Tyres

Tyres295/80R22.5 steer, 11R22.5 drive, 22.5 x 8.25 steel wheels295/80 R22.5 on 8.25 x 22.5 wheels

Service capacities

Fuel tank550 Lframe-mounted aluminium450 Laluminium, right-hand side

AdBlue tankNot published95 L

Performance

Top speed100 km/hspeed limited; geared 128 km/h at 1,800 rpmNot published

Fifth wheel

Fifth wheelNot publishedJost JSK36 fixed

Sources: Isuzu Giga EXY 240-460 6x4 specification sheet ARK1422 02/21 (Isuzu Australia Limited) · Mercedes-Benz UK Axor-C 4x2 Tractor 1836LS / 1840LS / 1843LS specification sheet CV 716 (December 2011)

Drawn to scale

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

Isuzu GigaMercedes-Benz AxorSame scale, front edges and ground lined up.

Isuzu Giga vs Mercedes-Benz Axor: questions

Which is bigger, the Isuzu Giga or Mercedes-Benz Axor?

By operating weight the Isuzu Giga is the biggest at 7.81 t, then the Mercedes-Benz Axor at 6.63 t.

Which has more power, the Isuzu Giga or Mercedes-Benz Axor?

The Isuzu Giga: Isuzu Giga 350 kW (469 hp), Mercedes-Benz Axor 295 kW (401 PS) (gross power), a 19% difference.

Which lifts or carries more, the Isuzu Giga or Mercedes-Benz Axor?

The Isuzu Giga: Isuzu Giga 24,000 kg, Mercedes-Benz Axor 18,000 kg (gvw), a 33% difference.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Isuzu Giga or Mercedes-Benz Axor?

The Isuzu Giga: Isuzu Giga 550 L, Mercedes-Benz Axor 450 L (fuel tank), a 22% difference.

Which turns tighter, the Isuzu Giga or Mercedes-Benz Axor?

The Isuzu Giga: Isuzu Giga 14.6 m, Mercedes-Benz Axor 15.6 m (turning circle), a 6% 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?

Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.