Mercedes-Benz Axor vs Volvo FMX

The Volvo FMX is the heavier machine, at 8.77 t against 6.63 t.

The Mercedes-Benz Axor is ahead on: bigger fuel tank, narrower to transport. The Volvo FMX is ahead on: lifts or carries more, turns tighter, lower to transport.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Mercedes-Benz Axor and the Volvo FMX 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 Axor	Volvo FMX
Kerb weight	6,632 kg	8,765 kg
GVWHigher is better	18,000 kg	26,000 kg+44%
Fuel tankHigher is better	450 L+36%	330 L
Turning circleLower is better	15.6 m	15.1 m+3%
Overall widthLower is better	2.49 m	2.5 m
Overall height (cab roof)Lower is better	3.195 m	3.153 m+1%
Overall length	5.815 m	7.295 m

All specifications

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

Differences only(46)

FigureMercedes-Benz Axor Volvo FMX

Dimensions

Overall length5.815 m7.295 m

Overall width2.49 m2.5 mcab width

Overall height (cab roof)3.195 munladen3.153 m

Wheelbase3.6 m3.9 m optional3.6 m

Front overhang1.44 m1.52 m

Rear overhang0.775 m0.805 mfrom last axle

Front to back of cab2.395 mNot published

Back of cab to rear end3.42 mNot published

Frame height at front1.039 munladen at front axle; 0.985 m ladenNot published

Frame height at rear1.026 munladen at rear axle; 0.994 m ladenNot published

Ground clearance0.234 mrear; 0.277 m frontNot published

Fifth wheel position0.54 mNot published

Turning circle15.6 mwall to wall15.1 m

Theoretical wheelbaseNot published4.285 m

Tandem axle spacingNot published1.37 m

Front axle to back of cabNot published1.005 m

Rear axle to back of cabNot published2.545 m

Frame heightNot published1.112 munladen, chassis height CHH-HIGH

Weight

Kerb weight6,632 kg8,765 kg

GVW18,000 kgdesign and UK authorised26,000 kgplated; 28,500 kg design

GCW44,000 kgdesign; 40,000 kg UK authorised44,000 kgplated and design

Front axle load7,100 kg7,500 kgplated and design

Rear axle load11,500 kgdesign19,000 kgbogie, plated; 21,000 kg design

Engine

Engine modelMercedes-Benz OM 457 LA, in-line 6, turbo-intercooledVolvo D13C380 / D13C420 / D13C460 / D13C500 / D13C540 (11 litre D11C330-D11C450 also offered)

EmissionsEuro 5 (BlueTec 5 SCR)Euro 5

Cylinders6Not published

Displacement12 L13 L

Gross power295 kW (401 PS)280-397 kW (380-540 hp)D13C range, at 1,400-1,900 rpm

Max torque2,000 Nm1840 LS, at 1,100 rpm1,900-2,600 NmD13C range, at 1,000-1,450 rpm

Transmission

GearboxMercedes PowerShift G211-12, 12-speed automated (G221-9 8+crawler manual optional)I-Shift AT2612 automated 12-speed, GCW 60 t (standard)

ClutchSingle dry plate, 430 mmNot published

Rear axle ratio3.08:1Not published

Rear axleMercedes-Benz single reduction, cross-axle diff lock, full air suspensionNot published

Gearbox optionsNot publishedI-Shift AT2412F / AT2612F / ATO2612F / SPO2812; Powertronic PT2106 / PT2606 fully automatic

Rear axlesNot publishedRTS2370D single reduction 23 t tandem with diff locks, GCW 70 t (standard)

Tyres

Tyres295/80 R22.5 on 8.25 x 22.5 wheels315/80 R22.5 front and drive

Service capacities

Fuel tank450 Laluminium, right-hand side330 Lstandard aluminium tank, 710 mm diameter

AdBlue tank95 L64 Lstandard, for 710 mm fuel tanks

Engine oil, with filterNot published33 L (plastic sump) / 37 L (steel sump)

Cooling systemNot published42 L

Fifth wheel

Fifth wheelJost JSK36 fixedNot published

Service intervals

Engine oil and filterNot published20,000-100,000 km by operating condition

Fuel filtersNot publishedat each engine oil changeD13A, fuel filter and water separator

CoolantNot published500,000 kmVolvo Coolant VCS, or every 48 months

Transmission oilNot published180,000 km / 12 months, or 400,000 km / 36 months

Axle oilNot published180,000 km / 12 months, or 400,000 km / 36 months

Air filter (outer)Not publishedwhen the indicator shows, at least every 24 months

Air filter (inner)Not publishedevery third outer-filter change, at most 48 months

Sources: Mercedes-Benz UK Axor-C 4x2 Tractor 1836LS / 1840LS / 1843LS specification sheet CV 716 (December 2011) · Volvo Trucks model range sheet FMX 13 6x4 Tractor - B/T Ride - N3 or N3G, FMX 64T 3L 01 GBR (2026-09-25)

Drawn to scale

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

Mercedes-Benz AxorVolvo FMXSame scale, front edges and ground lined up.

Mercedes-Benz Axor vs Volvo FMX: questions

Which is bigger, the Mercedes-Benz Axor or Volvo FMX?

By operating weight the Volvo FMX is the biggest at 8.77 t, then the Mercedes-Benz Axor at 6.63 t.

Which lifts or carries more, the Mercedes-Benz Axor or Volvo FMX?

The Volvo FMX: Mercedes-Benz Axor 18,000 kg, Volvo FMX 26,000 kg (gvw), a 44% difference.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Mercedes-Benz Axor or Volvo FMX?

The Mercedes-Benz Axor: Mercedes-Benz Axor 450 L, Volvo FMX 330 L (fuel tank), a 36% difference.

Which turns tighter, the Mercedes-Benz Axor or Volvo FMX?

The Volvo FMX: Mercedes-Benz Axor 15.6 m, Volvo FMX 15.1 m (turning circle), a 3% difference.

Which is narrower to transport, the Mercedes-Benz Axor or Volvo FMX?

The Mercedes-Benz Axor: Mercedes-Benz Axor 2.49 m, Volvo FMX 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?

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