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Mercedes-Benz delivers record number waste trucks

Mercedes-Benz sold over 1,500 of its Econic waste services trucks in Germany last year

As if to prove a good design will sell regardless of the economy, Mercedes-Benz sold over 1,500 of its Econic waste services trucks in Germany last year.

Purpose-built for municipal service work the Econic features a number of design innovations making it first choice in its segment.

Chief among these are its GVM of 26 tonnes, which allows for a payload of over 10 tonnes, while its 240kW BlueTEC-equipped engine means it is able to cope with the demands of urban operations while still meeting Euro 5 emission regulations.

While its on-road performance is gaining plenty of accolades from operators, the low entry height and wide door opening are also finding favour with OH&S-conscious organisations, thanks to fewer accidents and staff injuries.

“The modern low-floor technology reduces accidents that have occurred through personnel jumping from the vehicle in the past”, says Stefan Weiland of the municipal cleaning service for the city of Kassel.

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