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The Zetros.

Accept no limits.

The Zetros masters every road. And routes a long way from a road. The iconic off-road professional with outstanding Mercedes-Benz Trucks quality is impressive and is more powerful and versatile than ever before. Efficient, robust, user-friendly and at home on any terrain: The Zetros is made for tough use.

Exceptional vehicle concept.

The Zetros is the product of more
than 120 years of experience and expertise at Daimler Truck AG.

Vehicle concept

A truck like no other.

Right from the start, the Zetros was designed to impress across the board: extremely efficient, robust and user-friendly – and at home on any terrain.

Built at the largest truck assembly plant in the world in Wörth, the Zetros delivers outstanding “made in Germany” quality. More powerful and versatile than ever before, the bonnet truck, true to its heritage, is designed for extreme on-road and off-road conditions.

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3 m

is the maximum total height of the Zetros.

up to 60 %

gradients are no problem for the Zetros as a solo vehicle with single tyres.

0.8 m

fording is no problem for the Zetros with optional equipment.

All roads and no roads.

You need more than just an ordinary truck. You need a reliable vehicle that can switch smoothly and quickly between paved and unpaved surfaces – even when transporting heavy loads. Which can cope effortlessly with extreme off-road conditions without having to compromise on comfort or safety. A vehicle that is precisely tailored to your challenges.

Built to succeed, built to last.

The Zetros was developed with longevity in mind. The result is a vehicle you can rely on under all conditions and in any weather. It is designed for outstanding performance – even on rough terrain and even with low-quality fuel.

Ease of operation, ease of maintenance.

Your time is valuable. That’s why operating your truck should be intuitive and less time-consuming to get to know. The Zetros makes it easy for drivers to reach their full potential while operating. And cleaning, maintenance and repairs are also quick and easy.

Highly efficient, highly effective.

Investments should pay off. For this reason, the Zetros was trimmed for efficiency. It stands out with its high economic efficiency and optional dual tank system that enables long ranges and offers the security of two separate tanks in the event of leaks. In addition, the off-road truck is easy to load and can be equipped with a variety of different superstructures.

Impressive values.

Extreme offroad

  • Permanent all-wheel drive, two-stage transfer case with interaxle lock
  • Optionally with rear-wheel drive
  • All drive axles with differential lock
  • Optional rear axles with single tyres

Poor roads and slopes

  • Comfortable seating position behind the front axle for higher driving speeds
  • Relieved front axle compared to cab-over-engine vehicles
  • Safe driving thanks to more even weight distribution
  • Powerful engine with high torque
  • Full-fledged passenger seat and centre seat (optional)

Reliability

  • Reinforced frame
  • Robust steel cab
  • Engine technology proven a million times over, also suitable for poor quality fuel

Long-lasting

  • Generously designed cooling systems for operation up to 50° C
  • Comprehensive corrosion protection
  • Powerful filter systems for dusty ambient air, dirty fuels, etc.
  • Engine air filtering, optionally with dual cyclone
  • Robust outer planetary axles

Handling

  • Non-sensitive, easy-to-clean surfaces and materials
  • Easier to get in and out, easy through-cab access

Maintenance

  • Easy access to engine compartment without tilting cab
  • Walk-on bonnet, easy access to roof, easy cleaning of windscreen
  • Cyclone filter with transparent dirt container
  • Simple electronics
  • Worldwide service network and availability of spare parts

Range

  • Optional dual tank system
  • Large fuel volume
  • Easy loading thanks to balanced weight distribution

Teamwork

  • Optional centre seat
  • Up to 1,400 l of stowage space in the standard cab
  • Crew cabin available

Transport

  • Low vehicle height for low height clearances and superstructures above cab

Individual equipment available ex works

Extreme offroad

  • Permanent all-wheel drive, two-stage transfer case with interaxle lock
  • Optionally with rear-wheel drive
  • All drive axles with differential lock
  • Optional rear axles with single tyres

Poor roads and slopes

  • Comfortable seating position behind the front axle for higher driving speeds
  • Relieved front axle compared to cab-over-engine vehicles
  • Safe driving thanks to more even weight distribution
  • Powerful engine with high torque
  • Full-fledged passenger seat and centre seat (optional)

Reliability

  • Reinforced frame
  • Robust steel cab
  • Engine technology proven a million times over, also suitable for poor quality fuel

Long-lasting

  • Generously designed cooling systems for operation up to 50° C
  • Comprehensive corrosion protection
  • Powerful filter systems for dusty ambient air, dirty fuels, etc.
  • Engine air filtering, optionally with dual cyclone
  • Robust outer planetary axles

Handling

  • Non-sensitive, easy-to-clean surfaces and materials
  • Easier to get in and out, easy through-cab access

Maintenance

  • Easy access to engine compartment without tilting cab
  • Walk-on bonnet, easy access to roof, easy cleaning of windscreen
  • Cyclone filter with transparent dirt container
  • Simple electronics
  • Worldwide service network and availability of spare parts

Range

  • Optional dual tank system
  • Large fuel volume
  • Easy loading thanks to balanced weight distribution

Teamwork

  • Optional centre seat
  • Up to 1,400 l of stowage space in the standard cab
  • Crew cabin available

Transport

  • Low vehicle height for low height clearances and superstructures above cab

Individual equipment available ex works

Designed for
 peak performance from the start.

With its clever product benefits, the Zetros is
one of the “Trucks you can trust.”

Product benefits

Off-road capability.

With the Zetros, you can forge your own path.

Reach your destination reliably. With permanent all-wheel drive and mechanical differential locks. With reinforced frame and powerful engines. The Zetros has arrived. Bringing off-road performance to a new level. On and off the road.

  • Axle load-adapted springs and large spring travel
  • Torsion-free 3-point cab mounting
  • Angle of approach/departure up to 35°
  • Fording depth of up to 0.8 m
  • Low vehicle height

Excellent torsion.

The reinforced ladder-type frame offers excellent strength and can carry large loads on any terrain. Its high torsional flexibility is also impressive, even with heavy superstructures. The front end of the frame is designed in such a way that the truck can be lifted or towed when fully laden.

Unique freedom of movement.

Thanks to its high ground clearance and compact exterior dimensions, the Zetros masters gradients of up to 60% and angles of approach/departure of up to 35°. Thanks to a fording depth of up to 0.8 m, it can also be manoeuvred through deep water.

The outer planetary axles with cast steel bridge are extraordinarily robust and allow high axle loads. The Zetros is delivered with a spare wheel as standard, which can be stored on the frame, saving space and making it easily accessible.

Where there is a Zetros, there is also a way.

It took its place as a rough terrain giant. As an off-road original, as an obstacle hero. Its mission: to arrive. The Zetros not only takes its crew from A to B, but also fights its way through to Z. It proves this at the Mercedes-Benz demonstration grounds in Ötigheim, which presents some of the toughest off-road challenges for test operation.

Four Zetros in the Big Five.

Overland Expedition takes Zetros owners to southern Africa. Abundant nature, culture and wilderness – even for the extremely off-road-capable Special Trucks the trip is a real challenge. In 34 days, the participants cover a distance of almost 6,000 km.

Offroad? Perfect!

The readers of the OFF ROAD magazine have voted. Two Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks were ranked first in the vote for the 2022 off-road vehicle of the year. This proves: Unimog or Zetros not only reach almost all destinations, but also all hearts.

Product benefits

Ergonomics.

Hard work made easy.

No matter how long the route is or where it leads: The spacious steel cab of the Zetros has been designed to make even challenging routes and workdays as safe and comfortable as possible for drivers. For this reason, the cab has a 3-point mounting with rubber-metal elements and seats arranged behind the front axle. The interior of the Zetros also remains comfortable – no matter what the weather is like outside. Even in extreme climates such as deserts and permafrost regions, the driver can concentrate on the task at hand.

  • Easy entry and exit
  • Full-fledged passenger seat as well as optional centre seat and generous legroom
  • Up to 1,400 l stowage space in the cab
  • Folding bench seat on the rear wall (optional) for driver and up to three passengers
  • Crew cab with max. 3+3 seats (via CTT)
  • Powerful heating and ventilation system

3-point mounted cab.

The Zetros cab, which is isolated from the torsion from the frame, is mounted on three points. This ensures a significant reduction in the jolts and vibrations felt by the occupants while off-road, compared with classic trucks.

Sophisticated interior.

The Zetros meets the high Mercedes-Benz standards in terms of operation and comfort.

The comfortable workplace and the cockpit, which is optimally adapted to users, make work easier for the driver and crew. For example, with controls positioned within optimal reach as well as robust materials that can withstand even hard use.

Spacious interior.

The Zetros offers three full-fledged seats with plenty of foot and legroom, with no engine tunnel, through-cab access is easy.

Steering column.

The height and  angle-adjustable steering column  allows an optimum seating position  for the driver.

Multifunctional steering wheel.

The multifunctional steering wheel sits perfectly in the hand and allows quick access to the instrument cluster display.

Instrument cluster.

The instrument cluster shows information and malfunction indicators in text and symbol form. Permanent and menu-assisted displays provide the most important information at a glance.

Controls.

The Zetros' ergonomically arranged controls make all functions intuitive to use.

Non-slip surfaces.

Interior equipment and controls are made of durable materials.

Product benefits

Durability.

You can rely on the Zetros.

The standard components from Mercedes-Benz are designed to be long-lasting. They are tried and tested worldwide and offer “Made in Germany” quality. Selected Zetros parts have also been further developed especially for extreme conditions and the day-to-day demands of off-road operation. So drivers can concentrate on their work with peace of mind.

  • Wear-resistant drum brakes
  • Integrated engine brake system
  • Comprehensive corrosion protection
  • Reinforced cooling systems
  • Clever filter technology
  • Reinforced frame
  • Robust steel cab

Runs well, even with poor quality fuel.

High-grade diesel is in short supply in many regions. This is not an issue for the Zetros. Its engine is designed to deliver consistently excellent performance even with low quality fuel. Its poor fuel compatibility: > 1,000 ppm. This has already proven itself worldwide.

Product benefits

User-friendliness.

Easy to drive, easy to maintain. Just keep going.

The Zetros is developed to help you move forward. To limit downtime and make repairs fast and straightforward – even in remote areas. Thanks to the bonnet, which can be opened separately and carry the weight of two people, drivers can easily carry out maintenance and repairs themselves. Or let the professionals get to work – no matter where you are, our global service network will protect you.

  • Walk-on bonnet and roof
  • Simple electronics
  • Durable and easy-to-clean internal surfaces
  • Robust cyclone filter with clear dirt chamber

Easy maintenance.

The Mercedes-Benz Zetros is based on the traditional bonnet concept with the cab positioned behind the front axle. Its foldable bonnet is particularly easy to open. This allows quick access to the engine and the standard maintenance points. The cab does not have to be cleared out or tipped and thus remains usable for passengers and equipment during maintenance.

Visibly well thought out.

The Zetros’ cyclone filter captures coarse dust. The engine’s intake air is pre-cleaned by a fixed impeller. Thanks to the transparent dirt container, you can always see from the outside when cleaning is needed. This can be done quickly and easily by the driver via the bonnet.

The choice is yours.

The Zetros product range offers
the right model for every application.

Model series

The Zetros models.

The right wheel configuration for every requirement.

4x2.

Chassis | Tippers | Semitrailers

Payload-optimised vehicle of action.

The Zetros 4x2 excels in applications on good and bad roads that require the highest level of robustness. With short bodies around 4 m in length or as a light semitrailer. Increased manoeuvrability is possible with even shorter bodies with shortened wheelbases of 4,500 mm, for example (via Custom Tailored Trucks). For gross vehicle weights up to 22 t or towing weights up to 40 t.

4x4.

Chassis | Tippers | Semitrailers

Manoeuvrable off-roader.

The Zetros 4x4 stands out for tasks that require maximum mobility and robustness. As an option, the off-road professional comes with the comfort and uninterrupted traction of a fully automatic transmission. With short bodies around 4 m in length or as a light semitrailer. Increased manoeuvrability is possible with even shorter bodies with shortened wheelbases of 4,500 mm, for example (via Custom Tailored Trucks). For gross vehicle weights up to 22 t or towing weights up to 40 t.

6x4.

Chassis | Tippers | Semitrailers

Robust heavy worker.

The Zetros 6x4 impresses with heavy or long bodies of approx. 5-5.5 m in length or as a heavy-duty semitrailer for work that focuses on robustness. Longer bodies with extended wheelbases of 5,700 mm (via Custom Tailored Trucks), for example, are also possible. For gross vehicle weights up to 40 t or towing weights up to 80–120 t.

6x6.

Chassis | Tippers | Semitrailers

Tough professional operator.

The Zetros 6x6 scores highly where maximum mobility and robustness are required. As an option, the off-road professional comes with the comfort and uninterrupted traction of a fully automatic transmission. With heavy or rather long bodies of approx. 5-5.5 m in length or as a heavy semitrailer. Longer bodies with extended wheelbases of 5,700 mm (via Custom Tailored Trucks), for example, are also possible. For gross vehicle weights up to 40 t or towing weights up to 80–120 t.

Ready to go.

Hard work requires a
hard truck – like the Zetros.

Applications

Model.

The Zetros as a powerful workhorse.

Thanks to all-wheel drive, the Zetros masters everything – from good roads to muddy and impassable construction sites. With its two-speed transfer case and high-torque six-cylinder in-line engine, it overcomes steep uphill and downhill gradients. Always powerful, with or without all-wheel drive and with a high-torque engine. Euro III compliant with up to 476 hp (344 kW), Euro V compliant with up to 510 hp (375 kW). The carefully designed cab offers the driver an excellent view of the surroundings and makes it easy to get in and out.

The most important frame variants for construction sites – including tipper vehicles and tractors – are available ex works. It is also possible to equip the Zetros with 3-way tippers, grab loaders, etc., if required over the entire vehicle length.

  • Powerful drive
  • Comfortable workplace and intuitive operation
  • Very good all-round view
  • Diverse attachment and body solutions

How does the Zetros prove itself in the construction industry?

Applications

Transport.

Complete all kinds of logistics tasks with the Zetros – quickly, reliably and economically.

The Zetros gets your job done. On all roads and in any weather. The tried-and-tested bonnet truck masters potholes, heat and cold, wet and dusty conditions. And remains comfortable and safe for the driver and crew. It has a spacious cab, a finely tuned suspension system and a driver’s seat behind the front axle.

Its ideal axle load distribution ensures that it can move heavy loads and equipment even on rough terrain – up to 120 t on three-axle semitrailer trucks. Thanks to its large tank capacity, the Zetros can also cover long distances without having to refuel.

  • High payload
  • Long range
  • High comfort

How does the Zetros deliver in transport operations?

Applications

Mining and energy industry.

When the going gets tough, the Zetros gets going.

The Zetros gets drilling equipment, mining products, raw materials, supplies and – if equipped with an optional crewcab – the entire team to their destination. Thanks to its low height, it can also pass through low tunnels and underground tunnels. Extensive corrosion protection and the bonnet's reinforced cooling system ensure full performance even in extreme conditions.

  • Low vehicle height
  • High robustness
  • Optional crewcab

Why is the Zetros ideal for the mining and the energy industry?

Applications

Fire and rescue.

The Zetros is the right choice for every disaster operation – from a fire engine for forest fires to a recovery vehicle.

It’s almost always true: The direct route is the fastest. With the Zetros, emergency services are reliably on the scene in emergencies. The Special Truck also finds its way on rough and almost impassable terrain. This is ensured, among other things, by its fording depth of up to 0.8 m, the all-wheel drive and its high ground clearance, thanks to which it can cope with slopes of up to 60% and handle approach and departure angles of up to 35° without any problems.

  • High ground clearance
  • Fording depth
  • Crewcab

Why do firefighters trust the Zetros?

Applications

Expeditions and travel.

The Zetros as a powerful workhorse.

A reliable truck is a must for adventures in the desert, in the snow and off the beaten track. The robust technology and user-friendly electronics of the Zetros make it the ideal travel companion for rough terrain. Other advantages: its long maintenance intervals, simple repair conditions and globally available spare parts.

Tailor-made body solutions offer a tailor-made answer for every requirement. The Zetros also has sufficient space for expedition equipment ex works without sacrificing comfort.

  • Robust workmanship
  • High performance
  • High comfort
  • Worldwide service network

How does the Zetros score top marks in recreational use?

Our quality promise.

Manufactured at the largest truck assembly plant in the world in Wörth:
The Zetros meets the high quality standards of the
commercial vehicle sector.

Brand promise

In action for you.

As the world market leader for medium-duty and heavy-duty trucks, Mercedes-Benz has set itself ambitious goals: Defining standards in quality and reliability. The 11,000-plus employees at the modern and environmentally friendly site in Wörth live up to this claim. Over three million commercial vehicles have been produced here since 1963. In addition to the so-called A-model series Actros, Arocs, Antos and Atego, Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks also develops and produces all vehicles here – with many identical components. The fleet includes the Zetros, the extreme off-road Unimog, the Unimog implement carrier and the Econic. The model series are all subject to the strictest tests and on-track trials. The passion for commercial vehicles sums up the motto of the plant workforce: "We aspire to get a little better every day to deliver on our brand promise to our customers: Trucks you can trust."

Custom Tailored Trucks.

Customisation with manufacturer's quality.

The application options of the Zetros can be so specific that the requirements cannot be met on the production line. The Mercedes-Benz plant in Molsheim is prepared for these special requirements. This is where special customised production is realised with the manufacturer’s full expertise. With the manufacturer’s warranty and the Daimler Truck Worldwide Service, of course.