New features/modifications Overview Construction Large number of entirely new vehicle concepts (axle configurations/tonnages) Easier mounting of various bodies through a wide selection of wheelbases for the different chassis variants that can be ordered ex factory. The rear frame overhang can be selected in 300 mm increments 2 frame variants for the various operating conditions.
A narrow, soft frame for steel-sprung vehicles, and a wide, moderately rigid frame for air-sprung vehicles A wide choice of air-sprung construction vehicles, some overloadable All vehicles in the construction model series feature automated manual transmissions with Mercedes PowerShift 3 (G5G) as standard equipment Manual shift transmissions with the new cable shift (Cable Power Shift (G5H)) with power- assisted gear shifting are available as special equipment Turbo retarder coupling for heavy-duty trucks in combination with the automated Mercedes PowerShift 3 transmission G 280-16 New semi-clutch-independent live power take- offs (NMV) with two different ratios Virtually all the cab variants from the two long- haul and distribution model series are also available for the construction vehicles Unique cab design with fixed entry step for all air-sprung construction vehicles and with movable step for all steel-sprung construction trucks and all dumper/concrete mixer chassis Different axle drops can be selected for the front axle to produce a variety of ground clearances Introduction of the Grounder product group Servotwin ® electrohydraulic steering (C6H) as special equipment for 4-axle vehicles and standard for front axle loads > 7.5 t Wide rear axle for single tires Air suspension at the rear axle also for models with max.
GVW from 20 t to 32 t Distribution haulage/long-distance haulage New air-sprung 20 t 4x2 platform trucks and semitrailer tractors New air-sprung 33 t 6x4 platform trucks and semitrailer tractors New air-sprung 25 t 6x2/4 VLA 22.5'' platform trucks and semitrailer tractors Distribution haulage/long-distance haulage/construction Engine OM 473 with turbocompound Hydraulic Auxiliary Drive (HAD) Hydraulic drive of the front axle with wheel hub motors DuraFlange aluminum rims in sizes 9.00x22.5 and 11.75x22.5 i Note Various components of the Arocs, such as the safety and support systems, are identical to those in the Actros and Antos model 963, and are there- fore not described again here.
8 Introduction of the New Truck Generation - The New Arocs (Model 964) i – This printout will not be recorded by the update service. Status: 01 / 2013 –