Frame, chassis, suspension and steering – in the Actros all the elements unite to form a perfect whole. For an outstandingly capable, safe and relaxed driving experience.
The Actros has excellent road-holding and an outstandingly capable, safe driving feel: factors responsible for this include the wide, rigid frame, the innovative rear axle guide and the direct, sensitive steering system.
The innovative rear axle guide also plays a decisive role in the excellent handling: Compared with a conventional wishbone, the connection points of the two trailing arms are positioned further towards the outside. The result: the best possible transverse stability, little need for corrective steering and very good understeer/oversteer characteristics.
All the suspension elements in the Actros are precisely tuned to one another: From the seats to the cab mountings available in three variants, to the 4-bellows air suspension at the rear axle – the overall result is a high degree of suspension comfort at the workplace and a ride which helps protect both the vehicle and its cargo.
The air suspension bellows on the 4-bellows air suspension have been attached on the far outside, and in conjunction with the innovative rear axle guide ensure excellent roll characteristics and a small roll angle in bends.
The frame of the Actros is uncompromisingly geared to use in long-distance transport. The 834 mm wide track and the rigid design ensure good road-holding and comfortable handling. Further advantages: the 50 mm matrix of pre-drilled holes throughout, as well as a large range of wheelbases, frame overhangs and end cross members.
The direct and particularly sensitive steering has speed-sensitive power assistance. This makes manoeuvring particularly straightforward, effortless and safe. And at high speeds the system supports reliable straight ahead running and the best possible directional stability. A high level of steering accuracy and very good understeer/oversteer characteristics are further advantages which contribute to more safety and outstanding capability.
