Mercedes-Benz Trucks eEconic
eEconic In charge for a new era.
Orange NSW
Cities are growing. The demands placed on mobility, logistics, the environment and quality of life are also growing. Our answer to this is a commercial vehicle that meets these requirements. A powerful and efficient vehicle that can also improve safety for all road users. A vehicle that, with its locally CO₂‑neutral emissions and quiet drive, also provides sustainable solutions to the rising levels of pollution evident in so many urban areas. The eEconic with a fully battery-electric drive.
Range Top performance on roads and in alleys.
The eEconic is tailored to the requirements of the waste management industry: its range of up to 100/150 km1 is enough to cover most urban journeys. Energy recovery during braking increases efficiency, making it ideal for stop-and-go driving in urban areas. Together with the ePowertrain electric drive with a maximum output of 400 kW, this gives you great advantages in terms of both efficiency and performance. So it keeps your crews nice and safe – and economical.
ePowertrain drive system technology
Powerful eAxle with two integrated electric motors and two-speed transmission 400 kW max. motor output 89 km/h max. speed Continuous acceleration and smooth driving off in stop-and-go traffic Quiet operation for night-time use
Battery technology
Three battery packs Range of up to 100/150 km1 sufficient for most typical waste disposal trips 160 kW max. charging capacity 336 kWh2 installed battery capacity Charging time of approx. 75 min. (20 to 80% under optimal conditions)3
Side underride guard
The batteries are well-protected in the event of side-on collisions: the standard underride guard with integrated radar sensors for Sideguard Assist improves crash safety.
Mechanical power take-off
The mechanical power take-off makes it easier for bodybuilders to install their bodies on the eEconic. Technical information (at 100% SoC): Peak output: 55 kW for 60 s, mechanical power Continuous output: 31 kW, mechanical power Max. torque: 530 Nm (60 s) Continuous torque: 290 Nm Max. rotational speed: 3,100 rpm Direction of rotation: Anticlockwise as standard (when looking down onto the motor shaft) Max. permissible bending moment: 34.4 Nm
The road in focus.
Good prospects for safety: the eEconic fosters anticipatory and careful driving with its DirectVision cab (panoramic windows for unrestricted visibility). Also used for a better overview: floor-level glazed folding door on the passenger side for a clear view of the pavement, the mirror system with an extended field of vision that includes working areas, blind spots, and the blind spot camera system.
Occupational health and safety at every turn.
The eEconic’s low entry is great news for your vehicle crew. Workers that have to climb in and out of the cab hundreds of times each day to empty rubbish bins will be delighted about the excellent ergonomics and improved safety. And healthy backs, healthy joints and fewer occupational accidents also mean fewer absences. Low entry with just two steps Entry and exit through the folding door on the side of the road furthest away from the traffic Shock-absorbing, full air suspension and raising and lowering functions on both axles
Safety assistance systems Intelligent systems for more safety.
Even the best driver doesn’t always see everything. That’s why the eEconic gives your drivers a helping hand with a host of safety assistants. Cameras, sensors and additional lighting systems effectively support your staff in their everyday work.
With safety by your side.
The eEconic improves safety in everyday work with a host of assistance systems. The following are included as standard: Active Brake Assist 6 Plus1,2 Front Guard Assist1 Sideguard Assist 21 Attention Assist 21 Traffic Sign Assist1 Reversing camera1 Rain/light sensor1 Lane Keeping Assist1 The following options are available: Blind spot camera system1,3 Adaptive cruise control1,3 Speed limiting when reversing1,3 Automatically activated hazard warning lights1,3 Work lamps1,3
Blind spot camera system1,3.
The blind spot camera system1,3 shows you images of the vehicle’s surroundings on an ergonomically positioned monitor, which helps you when reversing, manoeuvring and turning.
Sideguard Assist 21.
Sideguard Assist 21 supports you when changing lanes or turning, and can warn you of dangers. For this purpose, the system monitors the entire driver’s side and front passenger side with radar sensors.
Attention Assist 21.
The Econic’s Attention Assist 2 analyses the driver’s visual attention and can alert the driver with an acoustic signal and a visual display if it detects signs of decreasing alertness or distraction. This means a break can be taken in good time, especially on long journeys.
Adaptive cruise control1,3.
Adaptive cruise control1,3 enables monitoring the distance to the vehicle in front and automatically adjusting your speed.
Active Brake Assist 6 Plus1,2.
The Active Brake Assist 6 Plus1,2 can detect potential collisions and, at speeds up to 60 km/h, respond to moving pedestrians and cyclists with an automated full braking. The system is based on camera technology plus additional radar sensors on the headlamps and to the side, and can issue a three-stage warning when danger is detected. For greater safety in urban traffic.
Lane Keeping Assist1.
Lane Keeping Assist1 can alert you if you unintentionally leave your lane.
Rain/light sensor1.
The eEconic can switch on its lights automatically and set the windscreen wipers correctly thanks to its array of sensors. This is a great help.
Work lamps1,3.
The eEconic can optionally be equipped with work lamps to improve safety when reversing and manoeuvring. They illuminate the area around the body and the rear manoeuvring area.
Speed limiting when reversing1,3.
The optional speed limiter reduces the speed to max. 9 km/h when reversing. This helps to reduce accidents when manoeuvring. 
Automatically activated hazard warning lights1,3.
When stopping and starting on waste-collection jobs, the hazard warning lights signal to other road users: attention, this truck is currently in operation. The eEconic’s hazard warning lights can also switch on and off automatically every time the vehicle stops, if so desired.
Intuitive and multimedia.
Further developed and now fully networked, the cockpit has been made even easier to operate. The high-resolution and intuitive colour display clearly displays all driving information and vehicle information. This includes the charge level of the batteries, remaining range and consumption. 
Looking ahead.
The displays for the optional imaging safety systems are located centrally in the cockpit. This gives your staff members a perfect view of the camera images showing the vehicle’s surroundings. The Thermocontrol windscreen provides a clear view to the front in any weather. 
Room for productivity.
The eEconic offers fantastic working conditions for your crews. The spacious cab can accommodate up to three passengers. The folding door on the passenger side closes automatically when moving off – handy when making frequent stops. Depending on the field of operation, a hinged door can alternatively be installed. 
Everything in its place.
Two lockable stowage compartments give your crew plenty of storage space for valuables. There are also additional stowage spaces and bottle and cup holders in the instrument panel carrier for tools, provisions and personal belongings. After all, a sip of coffee now and then is still the best motivation.
Safety Basic
Adaptive cruise control Sideguard Assist 2 Blind spot camera system
Ergonomics Basic
Driver’s comfort suspension seat Second set of controls for folding door on front passenger B pillar Two extra remote control keys Automated lowering of front axle frame
Improved range
Urban refuse collectors cover an average of 100 km a day. With its range of up to 100/150 km 1, the eEconic is perfectly equipped for single‑shift operation.
Low noise levels
For quieter towns and cities: the eEconic’s drive system is noticeably quieter than that of waste disposal vehicles with combustion engines. Good news for local residents: after all, crews start work early in the morning. And more peace and quiet in the cab is beneficial to the crews as well.
Fast charging
At night, the eEconic has all the time it needs to charge. But sometimes things have to be done quickly. That’s why the battery charges from 20% to 80% in around 75 minutes2 So the eEconic is right where it belongs: on the road and not in the depot.
Safe operation
Avoid accidents at work wherever possible: your employees climb in and out of their vehicles hundreds of times a day – often in dense traffic. Every aspect of the eEconic has been thought out to the last detail to take your workers’ needs into account.Images and texts may include accessories and special equipment that do not form part of the standard delivery package. Images shown must be considered examples only and do not necessarily reflect the actual state of the original vehicles. The appearance of the original vehicles may differ from these images. Subject to changes without notice. Images and texts may also include models, support services, services and products that are not available in certain countries.
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1 The stated range is provisional and was determined using an internal simulation tool assuming optimal conditions, including three new battery packs after preconditioning in a partially charged state in inner-city refuse collection operations (VECTO Municipal Cycle up to 100 km) or in mixed refuse collection operations (combined VECTO Municipal Cycle, VECTO Regional Delivery and VECTO Urban Delivery Cycle up to 150 km) at an ambient temperature of 20 °C, and may deviate from the values determined in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2017/2400. Among other things, the actual range is greatly affected by driving behaviour, the application profile and the type of body.
2 The eEconic can be charged with up to 160 kW: the three battery packs need, based on internally determined empirical values, under optimal conditions, e.g. at an ambient temperature of 20 °C at a conventional DC rapid charging station with 400 A charging current, a little more than one hour to charge from 20 to 80 %.
3 Rated capacity of a new battery, based on internally defined framework conditions. This can vary depending on the application and environmental conditions. The eEconic can be charged with up to 160 kW: the three battery packs need, based on internally determined empirical values, under optimal conditions, e.g. at an ambient temperature of 20 °C at a conventional DC rapid charging station with 400 A charging current, a little more than one hour to charge from 20 to 80 %.
4 Special equipment.
5 Within the system limits or within physical limits, the system can react to stationary and moving objects as well as to moving pedestrians with partial and full braking. The driver also remains fully responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle in these traffic situations.
6 For ePowertrain and high-voltage batteries, whichever is reached first. A warranty case for the high-voltage batteries occurs if, under the specified conditions for the high-voltage batteries, the State of Health falls below 80 %.