Mercedes-Benz Actros vs Mercedes-Benz Arocs

The Mercedes-Benz Arocs is the heavier machine, at 9.48 t against 9.36 t.

The Mercedes-Benz Actros is ahead on: bigger fuel tank, turns tighter, lower to transport.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Mercedes-Benz Actros 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	Mercedes-Benz Actros	Mercedes-Benz Arocs
Kerb weight	9,363 kg	9,477 kg
Fuel tankHigher is better	860 L+121%	390 L
Turning circleLower is better	18.2 m+17%	22 m
Overall height (cab roof)Lower is better	3.527 m	3.53 m
Overall length	6.925 m	9.905 m

All specifications

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Differences only(12)

FigureMercedes-Benz Actros Mercedes-Benz Arocs

Dimensions

Overall length6.925 m9.905 m

Overall width2.5 m2.5 m

Overall height (cab roof)3.527 mtotal height incl. air intake3.53 mtotal height incl. air intake

Wheelbase3.3 mfront axle to first rear axle4.8 mfront axle to first rear axle

Tandem axle spacing1.35 m1.35 m

Front overhang1.5 m1.5 m

Rear overhang0.75 mframe overhang behind last axle1.95 mframe overhang behind last axle

Fifth wheel lead1.25 mahead of rear-axle centre (code H1N)Not published

Frame height at front1.016 mladen; 1.107 m unladen1.016 mladen; 1.107 m unladen

Frame height at rear1.022 mladen; 1.094 m unladen1.022 mladen; 1.081 m unladen

Ground clearance0.312 mat rear; 0.317 m at front0.312 mat rear; 0.317 m at front

Front track2.058 m2.07 m

Rear track1.804 m1.804 m

Turning circle18.2 m22 m

Weight

Kerb weight9,363 kg9,477 kg

GVW33,000 kg33,000 kg

GCW68,000 kgmanufacturer's gross combination mass68,000 kgmanufacturer's gross combination mass

Front axle load8,000 kgmanufacturer's rating8,000 kgmanufacturer's rating

Rear axle load26,000 kgtandem, manufacturer's rating26,000 kgtandem, manufacturer's rating

Fifth-wheel load13,764 kgrear-axle payload at permissible massNot published

PayloadNot published16,223 kgat permissible mass

Engine

Engine modelMercedes-Benz OM 460, inline 6Mercedes-Benz OM 460, inline 6

EmissionsEuro IIIEuro III

Cylinders66

Displacement12.8 L12.8 L

Gross power290 kW (394 hp)at 1,600 rpm290 kW (394 hp)at 1,600 rpm

Max torque1,900 Nmat 1,100 rpm1,900 Nmat 1,100 rpm

Transmission

GearboxG 330-12/11.63-0.77, Mercedes PowerShift 3, 12-speedG 330-12/11.63-0.77, Mercedes PowerShift 3, 12-speed

ClutchSingle-disc clutchSingle-disc clutch

Rear axle ratioi = 4.143i = 4.333

Rear axlesCrown wheel 300, planetary hub reduction, 2 x 13.4 tCrown wheel 300, planetary hub reduction, 2 x 13.4 t

Tyres

Tyres315/80 R 22.5 on 9.00x22.5 rims, front and rear315/80 R 22.5 on 9.00x22.5 rims, front and rear

Service capacities

Fuel tank860 L430 L left + 430 L right390 Lleft, steel

Sources: Mercedes-Benz Actros 5 3340S 6x4 truck tractor technical specifications, version 01/2020 (Tecnica Industrial, Mozambique) · 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.

Mercedes-Benz ActrosMercedes-Benz ArocsSame scale, front edges and ground lined up.

Mercedes-Benz Actros vs Mercedes-Benz Arocs: questions

Which is bigger, the Mercedes-Benz Actros or Mercedes-Benz Arocs?

By operating weight the Mercedes-Benz Arocs is the biggest at 9.48 t, then the Mercedes-Benz Actros at 9.36 t.

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

The Mercedes-Benz Actros: Mercedes-Benz Actros 860 L, Mercedes-Benz Arocs 390 L (fuel tank), a 121% difference.

Which turns tighter, the Mercedes-Benz Actros or Mercedes-Benz Arocs?

The Mercedes-Benz Actros: Mercedes-Benz Actros 18.2 m, Mercedes-Benz Arocs 22 m (turning circle), a 17% 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.