In Europe, the low-saddle tractor is a fairly common vehicle type. As the name suggests, a low-saddle tractor has a lower body than a normal tractor, thus a lower saddle height. As a result, the internal height of the trailer is increased, allowing more cargo space.
After entering the electric truck era, low-saddle tractors suddenly became much rarer. The reason behind this is simple: European electric trucks generally use an underfloor battery structure. To ensure battery capacity and avoid collision damage, the battery…
In front of us is the protagonist of today’s article: the Mercedes-Benz eActros Lowliner, a low-saddle long-haul electric heavy truck. As the name suggests, Lowliner means its body is extremely low, and thus…
Exterior | Rounded and Low-Drag, the New Electric Face of the Sixth-Generation Actros
As the latest member of Mercedes-Benz’s flagship long-haul electric truck family, the eActros Lowliner is built on the sixth-generation Actros platform. This platform adopts a low-drag design concept…
Compared with the familiar fourth- and fifth-generation Mercedes-Benz Actros, the sixth-generation Actros platform has one very notable feature: the overall shape is much rounder. The deflectors on both sides of the front mask…
The closed front mask has become standard on the sixth-generation Actros. Whether the diesel-powered Actros L or the pure-electric eActros series…
Below the front mask is a rectangular air intake, providing cooling airflow for the integrated FrontBox accessory system under the cab.
The rounded bumper protrudes in the center and narrows on both sides; combined with the ProCabin cab protruding 80 mm forward, it shapes a wedge-like appearance that reduces air resistance.
Matrix LED headlights are offered as an option, with full LED light sources delivering excellent illumination and long service life, while the daytime running lights use curved lines that blend with the bumper contour…
In optimizing air resistance, the Mercedes-Benz eActros Lowliner also has some targeted small details. As everyone knows, for trucks, the airflow around the A-pillars is very complex.
Moreover, the second-generation MirrorCam electronic mirrors have also become standard on the eActros Lowliner. Their presence eliminates the "bulky" traditional mirrors, reducing vehicle…
Powertrain | Smart Battery Layout, Saddle Height Under One Meter
Compared with traditional diesel trucks, making an electric heavy truck into a low-saddle model is actually more difficult. Diesel trucks can rely on changing fuel tanks, tires and other means to lower the height, but electric trucks have huge batteries and cannot…
By modifying the battery layout and using small-size tires, the saddle height of the eActros Lowliner is significantly reduced, reaching an excellent level below 1 meter. Within the legally allowed…
Like the eActros 600, the Mercedes-Benz eActros Lowliner uses LFP lithium iron phosphate batteries from CATL, featuring long service life, high safety…
After changing the battery layout, the charger could no longer stay in its original position. Mercedes-Benz moved the charger of the eActros Lowliner to the left rear of the chassis, in front of the rear wheels.
The "inverted triangle" interface is one of the biggest visual features of MCS megawatt fast charging.
The Mercedes-Benz eActros Lowliner uses the same integrated electric drive axle as the eActros 600, integrating dual motors and a four-speed transmission, with continuous power of 400 kW (544 hp)…
Interior | Tech Cockpit, Luxurious Sleeper
At the end of the article, let’s step into the cab. Mercedes-Benz has always been good at creating interior atmosphere, and the eActros Lowliner is no exception. Both the driver and passenger seats are equipped with leather pneumatic…
The multimedia cockpit is standard on the Mercedes-Benz eActros Lowliner. The combination of a full-LCD instrument cluster and a large multimedia central screen replaces the traditional mechanical-pointer instruments, and the buttons on the dashboard…
The multifunction steering wheel adopts a four-spoke design with leather wrapping, delivering a premium feel. Through the touchpads on the left and right of the steering wheel, the driver can control vehicle functions faster and more intuitively.
The interior offers the optional StyleLine package, including brushed stainless steel interior panels and other decorative parts, expressing a minimalist modern industrial aesthetic.
One-key start and electronic parking brake are standard on the Mercedes-Benz eActros Lowliner. This show truck also features the TSA trailer stability assist system, which can automatically…
The interior of this eActros Lowliner does not use the SoloStar single-person living cabin kit common on show trucks; the entire interior remains a traditional regular layout.
The sleeper width is good, and the mattress thickness is decent with a very soft feel, matching European sleeping habits.
Summary
The birth of the Mercedes-Benz eActros Lowliner provides an electrification answer for low-density cargo transport such as express and fast freight. Perhaps it will not completely replace traditional low-saddle tractors in the short term, but…
