Mercedes-Benz Axor: models, specifications, operation and maintenance

"Mercedes" - widely known in the automotive world brand. The firm "Daimler", producing "Mercedes", was born not yesterday and has long taken its place under the sun. It is difficult to name a class in which we will not see the famous circle - the brand logo. Cars with a claim to chic, trucks, tractors and even cars "Formula 1". Moreover, all of the above, with the exception of the most recent, have a variety of options, each of which can be further divided.

This is how the trucks of the concern are divided. At the same time, it should be noted that both the Mercedes and the Mercedes tractor, with a common name, are separated only by the last figures in the index. For example, today's flagship Actros is originally a truck, but at the same time under this name comes a whole series of tractors with different wheel formulas and carrying capacity. In addition, we note that official circles refer to the agreement between the plant complex in Naberezhnye Chelny (which produces KamAZ) and German representatives, which should result in the assembly of the flagship tractor in Russia.

Description

Just like the flagship Mercedes-Benz, Axor belongs to the family of heavy trucks. The first car was assembled in early 2001. Restyling was carried out in 2004, then in 2006 the Axor lineup was replenished with two- and three-axle trucks. Their production continues. Having received a modern look, "Axor" became the middle link in the line of heavy trucks produced by the concern "Daimler". Senior in the line is the flagship Actros, the younger representative is Atego.

For today, the family of the middle brother consists of two-axle tractors, trucks, and chassis for the installation of various types of bodies. The biaxial ones have a mass of 18000 kg and are represented by two variants with the wheel formula of the all-wheel drive (4x4) or the standard (4x2). Also in the line of Mercedes-Benz Axor there are three-axle trucks. The total weight is 26000 kg. Drive on one or two axes. The "Axor" chassis is also available on 2, 3 or even 4 axles. In the latter version, the wheel formula 8x4 is used (two axles are leading).

Rama, like many other elements, "Axor" borrowed from his older brother. But before the start of production, all used units were recycled specifically for this line, which is a transition between the older, the heaviest, and the youngest, the lightest, models. The cab in "Axor" has passed from the younger version, and the customer is given a choice between 4 types, from the shortest, to the longest, with one or two sleeping bags. Despite the fact that she moved from the younger version, the truck driver can be sure of the quality of the car "Mercedes". Tractors are equipped with cabins with sleeping places, the width of which is equal to one meter.

Power plants and related

The choice of motors for the ruler is limited to three versions. The maximum power of the engine offered for the "Axor" will be 428 liters. from. More powerful engines are placed only on the older version. All new cars, regardless of the engine, are equipped with a 12-speed transmission and disc brakes. Separately, it is necessary to note the self-locking and anti-slip system. Despite the lower class of the car, on winter roads, it can move no worse than the older brother.

Compare with the older model

The further description will be continued, comparing two rulers - the hero of our review and Mercedes-Benz Actros. The first interesting detail that distinguishes these two models is that "Axor" was developed in Turkey, the Turkish plant "Daimler". Accordingly, the car turned out for warmer countries, which does not prevent it from traveling around the middle belt of Europe (and Russia as well). Further, it can be noted that the Turkish model has a in-line engine, in contrast to the traditional V-shaped. The developers argue that this design will reduce fuel consumption and simplify maintenance for the owner of Mercedes-Benz Axor. The safety margin from the frame of the older brother is very useful on the roads, which can sometimes just be called directions. The instrument board is simpler than that of the flagship, but its informativeness has not been lost.

It is worth noting that the new car has become more demanding on the quality of diesel fuel, although its consumption is lower than that of domestic trucks. Russian craftsmen managed to solve this problem by adding a couple of additional filters to the fuel supply system. Unlike the older brother, "AkSora" has problems with the leakage of oil seals. The plant knows this, but no changes have yet been made. Therefore, the driver can recommend to have on the road spare.

Also to the ingenuity of the Turks (read, to the disadvantages of Mercedes-Benz Axor) is the unification of liquids, as a result of which the machine simply does not want to start in severe frosts. However, if the staff battery is normal, then it is able to pull the motor. Problems can be with the tips of the steering rods. Rear removable, but if the front ones fail, the part will have to be replaced entirely. Now let's analyze several models of the "Axor" line.

1835

The first look at the characteristics of the car Mercedes Benz Axor 1835. For example, take the option of a truck tractor.

So:

• Wheel formula - 4х2;
• Lifting capacity - 18 000 kg;
• Pneumatic actuator;
• The engine is 354 hp. With the model OM 457 LA;
• Euro-3;
• Volume - 12 liters;
• 9 ICIE;
• 1 sleeping place;
• Saddle height - 1.15 m.

1840

Like the previous model, the Mercedes-Benz Axor 1840 has a maximum carrying capacity of 18,000 kg.

Characteristics:

• Pneumatic actuator;
• The engine is 401 liters. from. OM 457 LA;
• Euro - 3;
• 6-cylinder, in-line;
• Max. Speed - 90 km / hour;
• A fuel tank - 650 l;
• 16 ICIE;
• 2 seats + 2 beds;
• Height - 3500 mm;
• Length - 5800 mm;
• Width - 2500 mm (according to the European standard);
• The wheel formula is 4х2.

1840 LS

The Mercedes-Benz Axor 1840 LS has many similarities to its predecessor. Two additional letters in the name mean an improved version.

Options:

• The wheel formula is also 4x2 (in general, 3 axles are used for more powerful tractors and trucks);
• Carrying capacity - 18 000 (as well as at the older brother, the first two figures of the model give an idea of this parameter);
• The engine is 412 liters. from.;
• Cylinder arrangement, volume and type are identical.

The package includes air conditioning, branded car stereo (Mersedes), a motor brake and a more powerful heater (4 kW versus two on the previous model).

Also, due to the higher cabin in the characteristic "cap" above the windshield, there are roomy compartments for every detail needed on the road. Larger things, such as a jack, are located in the drawer below the bottom bunk. Thoughtfulness "Mercedes" allows you to control the electric drive of the hatch from the bottom bunk, turn on the light and the heater, whereas the regular buttons are located on the dashboard.

Conclusion

Finally a few words about the price policy. When buying a new truck, you are interested in carrying capacity, comfort, convenience of management, etc. Each customer has his own list. And all this is possessed by the German Actros. But it is positioned as a flagship, so this purchase is a pleasure quite expensive. At the same time, he has a younger brother Mercedes Benz Axor, which we described in the review. It is cheaper, although it is not very different from the older brother. And overpay for the flagship or not - it's up to the buyer.