Mercedes-Benz Expands eActros Lineup with Dozens of New Electric Truck Variants
On September 30, Mercedes-Benz Trucks will unveil the second generation of its eActros range, adding a broad set of new versions and strengthening the brand’s push to anchor itself at the forefront of Europe’s electric logistics.
The new eActros family builds on the eActros 600 platform, introduced in 2024 and already crowned “Truck of the Year 2025.” With its 600 kWh battery pack and integrated electric axle, the model established Mercedes’ credentials in the heavy-duty EV space. The next step brings saddle tractors and platform trucks with different wheelbases, dual-battery variants, and versions equipped with the classic Actros L cab. In total, more than 40 configurations will be offered, covering everything from urban distribution to long-haul international transport.
At its core, the eActros 600 delivers 500 kilometres of range with a 40-tonne gross combination weight. Mercedes claims that with access to high-power charging during scheduled breaks, daily mileage can exceed 1,000 kilometres. The truck’s lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) chemistry promises durability, with capacity expected to remain above 80 percent even after a decade of use and 1.2 million kilometres on the road.
Yet while Mercedes emphasizes efficiency and longevity, real-world viability hinges on infrastructure. The challenge is not the truck itself but Europe’s ability to support fast charging at scale. A 600 kWh battery is formidable, and the continent’s high-power charging network is still patchy at best.
Orders for the new variants will open in October 2025. Mercedes positions them as full-fledged electric alternatives to the diesel Actros, promising comparable reliability and payload capacity, with around 22 tonnes possible when paired with a standard European trailer.
Ultimately, the success of the eActros project will depend less on the engineering of the truck and more on how quickly Europe can build the infrastructure to allow 40-tonne electric haulers to recharge competitively and keep freight moving.
