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Econic in distribution haulage.

Delivers solutions. For today and tomorrow.

How do you develop a unique generation of commercial vehicles like the Econic? By not following conventions. By just following your convictions. The highlight of this vehicle is the worldwide pioneering cab concept: Low Entry. Panoramic glazing, exemplary ergonomics, intuitive control systems. Everything is designed to assist the driver in interaction with the vehicle in the best possible way. And to master the particular challenges of the city safely and efficiently. Every day. For all road users.

Just right for
your transport needs.


Climb aboard and see how the
Econic is breaking new ground in distribution haulage.

Application

Short-radius distribution.

Ergonomic. Efficient. Safe. Even when things get tight.

The Econic completes transport tasks safely and efficiently, even in the tight confines of the city. Everything is designed to assist the driver in interaction with the vehicle in the best possible way. And to reliably meet the particular challenges of tight and often confusing urban traffic. Every day. For all road users.

  • Greater safety for crew and road users thanks to DirectVision and assistance systems
  • Ergonomic low-floor concept with low entry and exit
  • Makes driving in stop-start traffic easier thanks to automated manual transmission

Vehicle base for great transport solutions.

Econic with refrigerated body

Quiet and versatile.

From food transport to towing: the Econic both thrives in urban traffic and bears its responsibility towards the community and the environment. Starting work at night is common in many places, especially in logistics. Because of the early operating hours, it is important for companies to make sure that their own vehicles are as quiet as possible. This is where the Econic comes in: its four corner air suspension helps to reduce noise.

Econic with loading platform

Econic tow truck

Econic semitrailer tractor

Individual body solutions for every application.

When it comes to transport options for goods, maximum flexibility is essential – particularly in distribution transport. Thanks to various chassis variants, the body-friendly low frame and the optimum arrangement of the units, the Econic has a wide range of body options for every logistics requirement: whether lightweight or heavyweight, deep-freeze bodies or beverage transport logistics. This way everything reaches its destination safely – meeting your expectations.

  • Body-friendly low frame
  • Two cab variants
  • Several axle and wheelbase variants
  • 18–26 t permissible gross weight

Logistics with lift.

The new Econic from Braun Trans causes a stir on its occasional journeys outside the factory premises of Glen Dimplex in Kulmbach: Mercedes-Benz transports swap bodies with upright supports.

Breakdown helper with a three-pointed star.

Jige International has converted an Econic 1830 4x2 into a tow truck for a Parisian company's breakdown recovery team. Thanks to the 5.10 m long wheelbase and PowerShift transmission, the agile Econic can reach the scene of a breakdown through narrow and over-crowded streets with ease.

Fresh and frozen.

Particularly in large cities, the low-emissions truck with a wealth of safety technology on-board is truly impressive in the hustle and bustle of urban traffic. And now an Econic with a high-tech  refrigeration concept and innovative  semi-automatic PowerShift transmission has come to the streets of Paris, the City of Love!

Logistical advantages.

With its smart features that benefit
driver, crew and other road users alike, the Econic is bound to impress.

Product benefits

Direct-Vision.

The DirectVision cab of the Econic enables optimum all-round visibility.

Safe transport in dense urban traffic, punctual delivery. Roads chockablock with parked cars, confusing traffic situations and passing cyclists are just some of the many daily challenges in inner-city logistics. Aboard the Econic the driver always has a good overview thanks to its panoramic glazing and low seating position. A direct view of street and pavement is a considerable advantage over conventional trucks and is important for the safety of more vulnerable road users. Because if you can see what is going on with your own eyes, you can drive in a more anticipatory manner, assess hazardous situations better and react faster. A sophisticated mirror and camera system prevents blind spots. The excellent all-round visibility makes manoeuvring easier and helps to prevent hazards from arising in the first place.

The Econic in distribution transport:

  • Enables direct eye contact with other road users
  • The mirror system extends the field of vision to include working areas and blindspots

Keep an eye on everything.

The low seating position brings the driver down to eye level with all road users. Seeing more means you can react more quickly. What's more, the driver is able to make eye contact with other road users and so communicate with them directly.

Always at eye level.

Direct eye contact with cyclists and pedestrians at intersections or in queues is particularly important in hectic traffic. And an advantage over trucks with a classic high cab, which can be decisive.

Econic stays cool.

The STEF Group, Europe’s market leader for temperature-controlled transport and logistics, acquired an Econic 1830 in Lyon. Thanks to the DirectVision concept, it is perfectly equipped as an inner-city delivery vehicle.

5-star award on the Thames.

Transport for London, the umbrella organisation responsible for regulating truck driving requirements  in the British capital since 2001, has awarded the Econic five stars for its extensive safety features.

Product benefits

Safety.

The Econic's impressive smart assistance systems guarantee greater safety.

Narrow roads, pedestrians, children on their way to school, cyclists on the slip road: in complicated and hectic situations, every second matters. The Active Brake Assist emergency braking system is standard for the Econic; it automatically triggers a braking manoeuvre if a risk of collision with stationary and moving objects is detected. The Econic features as many as ten safety assistants that reliably support the driver. This means less stress behind the wheel and greater safety for more vulnerable road users.

The Econic in distribution transport:

  • Up to ten safety systems helps improve the safety of the crew and other road users
  • Meets the highest standards

The eEconic safety assistance systems.

A comprehensive package of safety assistance systems help eEconic drivers keep a good overview of critical situations.

Standard equipment:
• Active Brake Assist 6 (4)
• Frontguard Assist (6)
• Sideguard Assist 2 (2)
• Attention Assist
• Traffic Sign Assist
• Reversing camera (3)
• Rain/light sensor
• Lane Keeping Assist

Optionally available:
Blind spot camera system (1)
• Adaptive cruise control (5)
• Speed limitation when reversing
• Automatically activated hazard warning lights
• Work lamps
• Pre-installed vehicle surround lighting

Observation and reaction.

1   Blind Spot Camera System
2   Sideguard Assist 2
3   Preinstallation for Reversing Assist
4   Active Brake Assist 6
5   Adaptive Cruise Control

Blue   imaging systems
Red    sensory systems

The safety assistance systems in detail.

Blind Spot Camera System*.

The blind spot camera system* shows exactly those images of the vehicle's surroundings that are important for the driving situation, all on an ergonomically positioned monitor, making everything relevant to the driver in view as they reverse, manoeuvre or turn.

 

Sideguard Assist 2.

Sideguard Assist can help drivers when changing lanes or turning and issues hazard warnings. To do this, the system uses radar sensors to monitor the entire driver and front passenger side. If danger is detected, a two-stage warning is triggered so that the driver can react quickly.

Adaptive cruise control*.

Adaptive cruise control* manages the distance to the vehicle driving in front and can automatically adjust the Econic's speed.

Attention Assist.

The attention assistance system of the Econic analyses driving behaviour and can alert the driver with an acoustic signal and a visual display if they show signs of diminishing alertness. This tells them to take a break in good time, especially on long journeys.

Frontguard Assist.

Frontguard Assist monitors the traffic area immediately in front of the Econic and supports the driver in the speed range up to 15 km/h. If the system registers moving objects such as people right in front of the vehicle with its camera and radar sensor, it can issue a two-stage hazard warning and prevent serious accidents.

Reversing camera.

The Econic reversing camera is automatically activated when reverse gear is engaged and transmits the image in real time to the rotating and swivelling monitor in the cab. This helps the driver when manoeuvring and reversing.

Active Brake Assist 6.

Active Brake Assist 6 detects potential collisions and reacts to pedestrians and cyclists with automated full-stop braking in the speed range up to 60 km/h. The system is based on camera technology with additional radar sensors on the headlamps and to the side and can trigger a three-stage warning in the event of danger. 

Lane Keeping Assist.

Lane Keeping Assist alerts the driver if the truck leaves its lane unintentionally.

Rain and light sensor.

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Work lamps*.

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Hazard warning lights* can be activated automatically.

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Speed limiter, reversing*.

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Pre-installation for ambient lighting for body*.

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* Special equipment
** Within the system limits or within physical limits, the system can react to stationary and moving objects as well as moving pedestrians with partial and full braking. The driver remains fully responsible for driving the vehicle safely in these traffic situations.

Safety equipment at a package price.

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Product benefits

Ergonomics.

With Low Entry, the Econic provides active safety at work.

Good logistics begins with a good place of work. And in the Econic, it is designed precisely to support the driver perfectly. The low step unit guarantees that work in distribution transport is carried out easily and optimally: easy entry, a comfortable standing height in the interior and an inwards-opening folding door that enables entry and exit on the side facing away from traffic. What's more, ergonomic seating, intuitively arranged instruments, a steering wheel with multi-function buttons and a clearly arranged instrument panel create a healthy working environment.

The Econic in distribution transport:

  • Relieves strain on driver and crew
  • Entrance and exit in just two steps
  • Impresses with an ergonomic instrument arrangement
  • Features shock-absorbing full air suspension on all axles

Getting in and out in comfort.

The glazed folding door opens inwards and provides access on the safer side away from the traffic. This enables upward-facing entry and exit with a forwards view.

This wins the Econic points.

Forward-looking.

With the instrument cluster and modern display, the driver has all important vehicle data available at a glance. The centrally positioned displays for the optional image-based safety assistance systems also allow the driver access to camera images of the vehicle surroundings. An electric roller sun blind, which can even be closed up to the level of the exterior mirrors when the cameras are in use, prevents sun glare.

Great at multitasking.

With the clear displays and intuitive instruments in the cockpit, the driver is sure to feel at home in no time! The powerful premium engine brake is, for example, activated with ease using the right-hand multi-function lever. The radio, telephone and instrument cluster are all easy to operate using the multi-function steering wheel. Controls for the body can also be integrated into the cockpit with ease, enabling the driver to directly control important functions from within the cab.

Space to be productive.

Whatever your plans for your Econic, its spacious cab offers great freedom of movement and its well-engineered design creates the best possible working conditions. Depending on the field of operation, there's room for up to three passengers. Ideal for frequent stops: When pulling away, the folding door on the passenger side closes automatically. Depending on the field of operation, a hinged door can also be installed.

Room for everything!

Two lockable stowage compartments give the crew sufficient place to store items. Additional stowage compartments as well as bottle holders and cupholders in the armrests also provide space for personal belongings or tools.

Stop safely.

The new, electronic parking brake with HOLD function combines simpler handling, greater comfort and a higher level of safety: it is automatically released when setting off with the transmission in position "D" or "R" and is re-engaged when the ignition is switched to the "OFF" position.

Ergonomic equipment at a package price.

Don't miss out on the Econic (Diesel)'s ergonomic equipment package's attractive terms and conditions!

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A wide range of different variants.

The Econic is available in a range of
model and axle configurations.

Model series

The Econic models.

18 t to 32 t gross vehicle weight.

Econic with 2 axles.

The compact Econic 2-axle vehicle has a permissible gross vehicle weight of 18 t. Depending on the application, it is available with outputs of 200/272 kW/hp, 220/299 kW/PW or 260/354 kW/hp.

Econic with 3 axles.

The Econic with 3 axles and a permissible gross vehicle weight of 26 t is ideally equipped for heavy bodies. It comes in a wide range of variants with up to two driven axles and a trailing axle for even greater manoeuvrability.

Econic with 4 axles.

With a permissible gross vehicle weight of 32 t, an output of 260/354 kW/hp and four axles, there's nothing that the Econic can't handle! With the steered trailing axle, its turning circle can be reduced to a minimum.

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Services

Flexibility that gives plenty of elbow room.

Mercedes-Benz Bank's financial service pays for itself!

Our customised financial services make your accounting more flexible. Jointly with the Mercedes-Benz Bank and our Daimler Truck partners, we provide customised service offers including leasing, financing, guarantee extensions, mobility concepts and rental vehicles. Further information can be obtained from your authorised Daimler Truck partner.

Everything from one single source.

As well as comprehensive product packages with individually selectable modules, customers are able to obtain vehicle, financing and insurance from their Mercedes-Benz partner from one single source. The advantages: short travel distances, time saved and coordinated services. What's more, terms and conditions are convenient and customer-friendly. To keep you mobile and flexible: always.

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