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2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

Modern cities are highly developed, and narrow streets, crowded people, and endless traffic jams have once become the main theme of urban road traffic. Naturally, trucks will also need to be safer, more user-friendly, and in harmony with the rest of the city. When it comes to the actual product, it is better to have a better driving vision, lower emissions, and less noise. This also means that conventional trucks are no longer fit for purpose and need to be reinvented from the ground up.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

In August 1998, Mercedes-Benz Trucks presented a completely new model at the Entsorga trade fair: the Econic. It is based on the O 530 chassis brought by the Mercedes-Benz Citaro "Citaro" city bus, with an ultra-long front overhang and excellent driving visibility, bringing a new solution to the municipal vehicle market. As the pioneer of the "low-entry" truck structure, Mercedes-Benz Eonic demonstrates Mercedes-Benz's cutting-edge vision, technology accumulation and bold exploration. So far, more than 80% of Mercedes-Benz Eonic models have been used as urban waste recycling and treatment vehicles, contributing to the clean operation of modern cities.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

So far, Mercedes-Benz Eonic has been born for 26 years. In its 26-year career, the Eonic series has evolved over two generations and has been a leader in the low-entry truck segment. In 2022, the all-electric eEonic model will be put into mass production, representing a new era of electrification and intelligence for the Mercedes-Benz Econic series of low-entry trucks.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

At the Hannover Motor Show (IAA) in Germany in September 2024, Mercedes-Benz brought us an eEconic 300 pure electric low-entry truck. In today's article, please follow Tiga's lens to learn more about this special pure electric truck.

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The Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 all-electric low-entry truck is based on the diesel version, which in turn has a strong Citaro city bus pedigree. Reflected in the appearance, the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 pure electric low-entry truck is really no different from a city bus. Most of the front face is occupied by a large area of the front windshield, with a curved shape and low window line height, which brings the driver an excellent forward vision.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

The Mercedes-Benz eEonic pure electric low-entrance truck adopts a special cab structure: its fixed position is moved forward and lowered, and the cab is almost all located in front of the front axle, rather than "sitting" above the front axle, thereby reducing the floor height of the car, bringing better overall visibility to the driver, and at the same time making it easier for the crew to get on and off the car frequently, helping to reduce labor intensity. This special body structure has been retained to this day from the first Econic model.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

Mercedes-Benz calls the Econic's cab "DirectVision Cab", which translates to Chinese: Direct Vision Cab. Direct vision is the field of view that the driver can see directly with both eyes without the help of additional tools or equipment. In order to achieve this, the Mercedes-Benz Econic continues the "double A-pillar" design brought by the Citaro city bus, with curved glass for the transition. In addition, the cab side wall is equipped with a large area of glass, and the passenger door is made of glass, which provides the driver with a transparent and intuitive driving vision, and these elements also carry over to the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 pure electric low-entry truck.

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The rearview mirror is equipped with a wide-angle mirror on the lower primary mirror, which optimizes the low driving visibility. In addition, the rearview mirror on the passenger side is higher than that of the main driver, making the driver's head movement more natural and easier to observe. The frames are unadorned and the tubes are exposed. Although it is a little simple, it helps to reduce the blind spot of the body, and on top of this, Mercedes-Benz has also designed a camera at the lower end of the rearview mirror of the eEconic 300 pure electric low-entrance truck to further cover the blind spot vision and enhance driving safety.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

After two generations of evolution, the front face of the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 all-electric low-entry truck is also quite modern. The shield-shaped front hood forms the main body of the front face, which is also the classic design language of Mercedes-Benz trucks. Inside the front canopy, a three-stage stacked grille is embellished for a more edgy and muscular look.

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The Mercedes-Benz three-pronged star emblem and the front millimeter-wave radar are embedded in the inside of the front cover. The former greatly improves the vehicle's recognition, while the latter can detect objects in front of it, and realize driving assistance functions such as ACC adaptive cruise control, ABA5 active brake assist system, and active safety functions.

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At the same time, the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 all-electric low-entrance truck on display also added a letter A sign on the front face. This sign represents the vehicle for the recycling of waste and garbage, which is mandatory in Germany law.

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As an all-electric low-entry truck, the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 has a long front overhang and low ground clearance. Although the front axle of the vehicle is equipped with airbag suspension to raise ground clearance. But in the process of driving, it is inevitable to be bumped and bumped. For added sturdiness, the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 all-electric low-entry truck is equipped with a sturdy metal bumper with an integrated underguard. At the same time, the headlights are composed of multiple round lamps, which can be quickly replaced after damage, and the left and right parts are symmetrical and universal, bringing lower costs.

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On the side of the door is a model plate with 300 lettering, indicating a battery capacity of 336 kWh

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The passenger door of the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 all-electric low-entry truck adopts a bus-like folding door, which folds inside the cab when the door opens, thereby reducing the outward protrusion of the body, and is suitable for narrow urban use. At the same time, the folding door will not hit the object outside the vehicle when the door is opened, bringing higher safety to pedestrians and cyclists. The folding door is also matched with a large glass door body, which in turn provides a better view, which has many benefits.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

One of the "souls" of low-entry trucks lies in their "low-entry" structure. In contrast to the "climb up and down" of traditional trucks, low-entry trucks can enter the vehicle with a light lift of their feet. For garbage collection and other conditions that require frequent loading and unloading, low-entry trucks can greatly reduce the labor intensity of workers. On top of the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 all-electric low-entrance truck, the vehicle has two boarding stages, and the interior of the vehicle is flat, making it easier for staff to move around the vehicle.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

The main driver's side has conventional doors and a low entrance structure: you step on one foot with the help of the recessed pedal area, then lift the other foot into the car, and you can do it all in one go. After entering the cab, the floor is flat, which is also easier to move around the car.

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In terms of battery configuration, the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 all-electric low-entry truck shares technology with models such as the eActros 300. The three sets of LFP lithium iron phosphate batteries are connected to the frame by hanging down, which realizes higher space utilization. A single battery provides a power reserve of 112 kWh, with a total power of 336 kWh for the whole vehicle, and has a range of 100 km in the municipal cycle mode and 150 km in the mixed mode of municipal/regional distribution/urban distribution. It may seem like a short range, but it is important to know that it takes a lot of power to drive the bodywork, and if the pure delivery mode is performed, the range of the vehicle will be significantly increased.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

The Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 all-electric low-entry truck on display is a 6x2 drive form. The second axle is a drive axle with air suspension. The third axle is equipped with a single tire, which enables the steering follower function, which in turn reduces the turning radius of the vehicle and improves maneuverability. For urban conditions, Mercedes-Benz has built an electric axle for the eEconic 300 all-electric low-entry truck. It has a continuous power of 330 kW (449 hp) and a peak power of 400 kW (544 hp), and an integrated 2+2-speed gearbox that adapts to different drive conditions with different gear ratios.

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Vehicle chassis

Compared with traditional central electric drive systems, the e-axle takes up less space, is more integrated, and has higher transmission efficiency, which helps the vehicle achieve higher operating performance and longer cruising range. With the support of the electric axle, the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 pure electric low-entrance truck can achieve a more compact chassis layout, which brings convenience to the installation of batteries and bodywork equipment.

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Unlike traditional diesel trucks, electric trucks need to be equipped with an additional electric compressor to continuously pump the air reservoir and provide an air source for the braking system, for example. For bodywork drive needs, Mercedes-Benz also provided a high-power electric power take-off for the eEconic 300 pure electric low-entry truck. When the battery level is at 50% SOC, it can still provide 52kW of peak power and 30kW of continuous power, which is easy to push for heavy-duty bodywork.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

In terms of bodywork, the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 all-electric low-entrance truck is equipped with a rear-loading garbage compactor body, which is also a common use of the Mercedes-Benz Econic family: municipal waste recycling. The bodywork is built by Zoeller Kipper in Germany, the model is Medium X4, which belongs to the company's main medium-sized compression garbage truck bodywork.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

The Medium X4 bodywork features a compact rear end with a low height that makes it easy to collect waste in urban environments. The rear hydraulic cylinders are mounted on the roof to help shift the center of gravity, enhance working stability and improve reliability. In standard configurations, the Medium X4 is available with a volume of 18 to 25 cubic meters, with special configurations that can be extended to a further 30 cubic meters.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

The double bucket flip rack can recycle two garbage cans at the same time, and the rear opening is designed with a curtain to easily close the top and reduce bad odors and liquid spillage.

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The lifting and flipping of the bin is controlled by the control buttons on the left and right sides

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

The left and right sides of the body are designed with folding pedals

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

The tail lights of the original car were directly changed to a vertical layout and installed on the left and right sides of the bodywork

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

A car stopper is placed under the top, which is set on the co-pilot's side, so that the staff can easily take the pad under the wheel when they get out of the car to ensure stable parking

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Next, let's get into the cab and get a feel for it. As a new-age all-electric low-entry truck, the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 features a multimedia cockpit. The LCD instrument cluster replaces the mechanical instrument cluster and adds a multimedia screen to make it even more intelligent. The steering wheel has also been replaced with the latest four-spoke multi-function steering wheel with multiple buttons and touchpad for easy control of vehicle functions. However, due to its positioning as a municipal vehicle, the material of the steering wheel is lower, which is not as good as the leather upholstery + metal trim on the Actros.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

The gear shift is controlled by the pocket gear and is located on the right side of the steering column, forming a family design with other Mercedes-Benz trucks

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

The dashboard of the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 all-electric low-entrance truck has a flat shape rather than a wrap-around shape, allowing more space in the vehicle and making it easier for people to move around in the vehicle

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A total of three screens are installed on the instrument panel. The upper left is the blind spot monitoring screen, which shows the camera under the left and right rearview mirrors and the rear camera to help the driver control the vehicle movement in narrow areas. The upper right is the control panel of the bodywork, through which you can control and view the function and working status of the bodywork. The lower screen is part of the Mercedes-Benz multimedia cockpit, which can be used to adjust vehicle parameters such as air conditioning and lighting.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

Under the new requirements of the European Union's GSR General Safety Regulation, electronic parking brake and automatic parking functions have become standard equipment in more and more trucks. And next to it, there is a special button for Mercedes-Benz electric trucks. It is yellow all over and is responsible for controlling the vehicle's high-voltage circuit system. When the button is pressed, the vehicle's high-voltage circuit system is de-energized, which can ensure the safety of the vehicle in an emergency. In addition to the buttons, Mercedes-Benz has also designed a power disconnect wire next to the seat, which can be cut directly to disconnect the high-voltage circuit system for firefighters to quickly use in an emergency.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

When the vehicle enters the station for maintenance, it is also necessary to disconnect the high-voltage circuit system, and the circuit should be avoided during the maintenance process to ensure the safety of technicians and related personnel. It is precisely for this reason that the power-off button is designed with a hollow, which can insert a lock to prevent the button from resetting and connecting the circuit due to misoperation or accident. Mercedes-Benz has designed a set of strict procedures for the maintenance of electric trucks, after the button is locked, the key of the lock needs to be placed in a conspicuous red safety box, and warning signs and magnetic signs of vehicle information and technician information will also be placed on the body of the car to avoid accidents as much as possible.

2024IAA:07777 In the 1970s, the rest of the world was in the same position as the rest of the world.

For modern urban environments, all-electric trucks are one of the best solutions. Thanks to well-developed infrastructure, electric trucks can be more easily refueled, with reduced range and continuous work requirements, making it easier for engineers to weigh vehicle performance. Since it was put into mass production in 2022, the Mercedes-Benz eEconic 300 pure electric low-entry truck has been put into use in all walks of life, covering municipal, airport, road maintenance and other working conditions. In various subdivisions with tricky demand, Mercedes-Benz trucks are still well-deserved industry leaders. As one of the "pioneers of low-entry truck structure", Mercedes-Benz Econic is a clear embodiment of this. Thank you for reading this article! If you want to see more interesting and informative commercial vehicle content, don't forget to follow us!

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