MAN TGX vs Mercedes-Benz Actros

The Mercedes-Benz Actros is the heavier machine, at 9.36 t against 9.35 t.

The MAN TGX is ahead on: more torque, turns tighter, narrower to transport, lower to transport. The Mercedes-Benz Actros is ahead on: lifts or carries more, bigger fuel tank.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the MAN TGX and the Mercedes-Benz Actros 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	MAN TGX	Mercedes-Benz Actros
Kerb weight	9,350 kg	9,363 kg
Max torqueHigher is better	2,600 Nm+37%	1,900 Nm
GVWHigher is better	26,000 kg	33,000 kg+27%
Fuel tankHigher is better	400 L	860 L+115%
Turning circleLower is better	16.9 m+7%	18.2 m
Overall widthLower is better	2.499 m	2.5 m
Overall height (cab roof)Lower is better	3.394 m+4%	3.527 m

All specifications

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

Differences only(36)

FigureMAN TGX Mercedes-Benz Actros

Dimensions

Overall width2.499 mcab width over wings2.5 m

Width across rear tyres2.47 mNot published

Overall height (cab roof)3.394 munladen; 3.318 m laden, GN cab3.527 mtotal height incl. air intake

Wheelbase3.3 m3.3 mfront axle to first rear axle

Tandem axle spacing1.4 mrear bogie spread1.35 m

Front overhang1.475 m1.5 m

Rear overhang0.7 m0.75 mframe overhang behind last axle

Front axle to back of cab0.805 mNot published

Frame height at rear1.061 m1.022 mladen; 1.094 m unladen

Fifth wheel height1.37 munladen; 1.29 m ladenNot published

Fifth wheel position1.125 moptimum, forward of third axleNot published

Turning circle16.9 mkerb to kerb; 18.5 m wall to wall18.2 m

Overall lengthNot published6.925 m

Fifth wheel leadNot published1.25 mahead of rear-axle centre (code H1N)

Frame height at frontNot published1.016 mladen; 1.107 m unladen

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

Front trackNot published2.058 m

Rear trackNot published1.804 m

Weight

Kerb weight9,350 kg9,363 kg

GVW26,000 kgdesign and UK legal33,000 kg

GCW44,000 kggross train weight, design68,000 kgmanufacturer's gross combination mass

Front axle load7,500 kg8,000 / 9,000 kg optional8,000 kgmanufacturer's rating

Rear axle load21,000 kgdesign; 19,000 kg UK legal26,000 kgtandem, manufacturer's rating

Fifth-wheel loadNot published13,764 kgrear-axle payload at permissible mass

Engine

Engine modelMAN D26LFAF (D26)Mercedes-Benz OM 460, inline 6

EmissionsEuro 6 (SCR, DPF)Euro III

Cylinders66

Displacement12.4 L12.8 L

Gross power510 PS at 1,800 rpm290 kW (394 hp)at 1,600 rpm

Max torque2,600 Nmat 930-1,350 rpm1,900 Nmat 1,100 rpm

Engine range430 / 470 / 510 PS (2,200 / 2,400 / 2,600 Nm)Not published

Transmission

Gearbox12-speed TipMatic automated, 12.26 DDG 330-12/11.63-0.77, Mercedes PowerShift 3, 12-speed

ClutchSingle plate, 430 mmSingle-disc clutch

Rear axle ratio3.08:1i = 4.143

Rear axlesSingle reduction, cross-axle and inter-axle diff locksCrown wheel 300, planetary hub reduction, 2 x 13.4 t

Tyres

Tyres315/80 R22.5 steer and drive, 9.00 x 22.5 steel rims315/80 R 22.5 on 9.00x22.5 rims, front and rear

Service capacities

Fuel tank400 Lrectangular steel, right-hand side860 L430 L left + 430 L right

AdBlue tank60 LNot published

Sources: MAN TGX 6x4 Tractor chassis specification, MAN TGX 6x4TRAC / 09 - May 2022 (MAN Truck & Bus UK body builder site) · Mercedes-Benz Actros 5 3340S 6x4 truck tractor 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.

MAN TGXMercedes-Benz ActrosSame scale, front edges and ground lined up.

MAN TGX vs Mercedes-Benz Actros: questions

Which is bigger, the MAN TGX or Mercedes-Benz Actros?

By operating weight the Mercedes-Benz Actros is the biggest at 9.36 t, then the MAN TGX at 9.35 t.

Which lifts or carries more, the MAN TGX or Mercedes-Benz Actros?

The Mercedes-Benz Actros: MAN TGX 26,000 kg, Mercedes-Benz Actros 33,000 kg (gvw), a 27% difference.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the MAN TGX or Mercedes-Benz Actros?

The Mercedes-Benz Actros: MAN TGX 400 L, Mercedes-Benz Actros 860 L (fuel tank), a 115% difference.

Which turns tighter, the MAN TGX or Mercedes-Benz Actros?

The MAN TGX: MAN TGX 16.9 m, Mercedes-Benz Actros 18.2 m (turning circle), a 7% difference.

Which is narrower to transport, the MAN TGX or Mercedes-Benz Actros?

The MAN TGX: MAN TGX 2.499 m, Mercedes-Benz Actros 2.5 m (overall width), a 0% 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.