Mercedes Econic Trucks for Sale (62)

You’ll always find plenty of used Econics for sale at Truckpages – both those that can enter the ULEZ and older, non-Euro 6 models suitable for less congested environments. The Econic is famous for being a rubbish truck.  That doesn’t mean it’s no good – on the contrary – it just means that it has historically been sold for refuse collection duties. The low entry cab and excellent five star all round vision standard sets it out from most other models of truck (perhaps the Dennis Elite aside). We are seeing increasing numbers of Econics fitted with different bodies – especially scaffold bodies and mixers, as they spend most of their lives inside urban environments where direct vision of pedestrians and cyclists is all important. With the Econic you get the quality build and extensive R&D investment that comes from buying the three pointed star.

There are always plenty of used Econics for sale here at Truckpages – make sure you check that the refuse equipment is designed for the job you have in mind. Available as a 4×2, 6×2 or 8×2 the Econic is available with gross vehicle weights of 18, 26 or 32 tonnes. Revised models were introduced in 2006 for Euro 4/5, 2008 for EEV, 2014 for Euro 6, (see detailed timeline below).

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Mercedes Econic History

The Econic was originally launched way back in 1998 and sold as many as 8,000 units in its first ten years.

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The “DirectVision cab” of the Econic makes it possible to enjoy an excellent all-round view of the surrounding traffic thanks to the deep, panoramic windscreen and full-height, glazed folding side door as well as the lower seating position of the driver. The Mercedes-Benz Econic was therefore honoured with a five-star rating as part of London’s “DirectVision Standards” guideline.
  • 2001: Introduction of 6×4 Econic
  • 2002: Gas powered Econic launched
  • 2003: Econic gets 326hp engine
  • 2004: Introduction of 8×4 Econic
  • 2005: 5,000th Econic produced
  • 2006: Major revisions including Euro 4, rear axle, larger mirrors & dashboar
  • 2008: Engines available at Euro 5: OM906LA for 238 and 286HP or the larger OM926LA for 326HP all going through an Allison 6 speed automatic transmission.
  • 2009: More than 1,500 Econics sold in a year
  • 2010: EEV, seat belts, load measuring, raising/lowering and ASR as standard
  • 2011: 10,000th Econic delivered
  • 2013: Euro 6 Econic launched
  • 2014: New Econic Natural gas version launched
  • 2015: From March Active Brake Assist & Lane Keeping Assist added as standard
  • 2018: ActiveBrakeAssist4 added to Econic as standard
  • 2020: Announcement of electric Econic for 2021
Econic Tarmac mixers
The leading British roadbuilding specialist Tarmac is using new concrete mixers (photo) and tippers based on the four-axle Mercedes-Benz Econic 3235 L chassis on London construction sites.
Econic as a Tractor Unit
Mercedes-Benz Econic as a Tractor Unit

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UK’s Largest Tridem Mercedes Econic Tipper Fleet

The arrival of GRS Group’s latest batch of Mercedes-Benz trucks means the operator is now running the country’s biggest fleet of low-entry Econic tippers. The three new trucks take GRS Group’s Econic line-up to 15 – all are 3235 models, and were delivered by Dealers Motus Truck & Van and Sparshatt Truck & Van. Based at depots in Rainham, Kent, and Bow, East London, they are currently working full-time on construction projects in Central London related to the HS2 high-speed rail link. They were chosen for the unrivalled field of view offered from the driver’s seat, a key factor in…

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Mercedes Econic Fan? Check out its History

The Mercedes Econic has been built for some 25 years now. Starting off life as a 4x2 18 tonner for municipal applications, the model range has grown, as have the number of applications that the truck finds itself suited to. The low entry crew cab makes it ideal for many urban operations. Future developments see the fully electric eEconic replacing the natural gas engine and is rolling off the production line alongside the conventional Econic in Wörth. Milestones in the Econic success story The Econic was presented for the first time in 1998 at the Entsorga trade fair as an…

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Mercedes Econic Mixer for London Work

When Best UK Transport needed another concrete mixer truck for work in and around London, owner-driver Andrei Balean returned without hesitation for a second eight-wheeled Mercedes-Benz Econic. “For this application there’s nothing to touch the Econic,” he said. “It combines the reliable, cost-effective performance for which Mercedes-Benz is renowned, with fantastic visibility from the low-entry cab.” Ilford-based Andrei acquired his latest vehicle from the Peterborough branch of Dealer Intercounty Truck & Van. It wears the colours of leading customer Hanson UK, and works from the concrete giant’s depot in Dagenham, Essex, delivering to construction sites throughout London. The Econic Specification…

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Low Cab Mercedes Econics for Builder’s Merchant

Gold Fish Transport saw a clear solution to the need for optimum visibility when working in the capital, in the shape of the Mercedes-Benz Econic. The construction materials distributor runs a fleet of 30 trucks from its base in Brentwood, Essex. Its first two Mercedes-Benz vehicles have just arrived via Dealer Motus Truck & Van. Both Econics – one is a 26-tonner, the other has an 18-tonne gross weight – they were purchased primarily for their safety credentials. With its deep, panoramic windscreen and the fully glazed, folding passenger door specified by Gold Fish Transport, the low-entry model affords drivers…

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Mercedes Econic Grabloaders Win on Direct Vision

Totally Local Company Limited (TLC) had an exacting set of requirements for its latest trucks, and a pair of Mercedes-Benz Econics met or exceeded every one of them. The Stockport-based operator’s 32-tonne tipper-grabs were supplied by North West Dealer eStar Truck & Van and are now hard at work on a range of construction projects for public and private sector clients. TLC runs a range of heavy trucks. Although these are its first Econic tippers, many of the company’s refuse collection vehicles are based on the same chassis and have proved both reliable and cost-effective to operate. "For such a…

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breaking 2003 Mercedes 2628 econic 6x4
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For Auction at CVA Carr Hill Industrial Estate, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 8DE on 2024-04-06
*ENFIELD* CREW CAB, GEESINKNORBA BODY, SINGLE TRADE BIN LIFT, A/C MoT: 2024-09-30* Price is Plus VAT * Reg No: HX15AEO * No. of former keepers: 1 Live Onsite & Online in Enfield, Selection of...
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- 2019 MERCEDES ECONIC 2630 REFUSE TRUCK - EURO 6 - OLYMPUS BODY - TRADE BINLIFT - 6X2 REAR STEER - WEIGHING SYSTEM - FULL MOT & SERVICE Make of Body: Olympus Trade
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- 2013 Mercedes Econic Refuse Truck - Heil Twin Pack Body With Side Pod - Euro 5 - 6×2 Rear Steer Make of Body: HEIL Pod
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MERCEDES ECONIC 2630 2018 EURO 6, 6X2 REAR LIFT STEER AXLE, HILL END ENGINEERING REFUSE SINGLE COMPARTMENT BODY, TERBERG BIN LIFTS, WEIGHER, REVERSING CAMERA, AUTO GEARBOX, CRUISE CONTROL, FULL AIR SUSPENSION, UPRIGHT EXHAUST, 4 SEAT CREW CAB, SUN ROOF, TOOL BOX, BEACONS, AIR CON, STEERING WHEEL...
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2018 EURO 6 6X2 REAR STEER OLYMPUS BODY TERBERG BINLIFT DIRECT COUNCIL LARGE CHOICE Make of Body: OLYMPUS TERBERG
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- 2016 (66) Mercedes Econic Refuse Truck - Geesink Norba Body - Trade Binlift - Euro 6 - 6×2 Rear Steer Make of Body: Geesink Trade
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Mercedes Econic 3233 Bluetec 5 8x4 mid steer 32 ton Faun refuse truck with Zoeller split bin lift, direct from council 69
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2017 MERCEDES ECONIC 6X2 REAR STEER 26 TONNER CHASIS CAB EURO 6 Make of Body: N/A
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Choice - Euro 6, 4 seat crew cab, 26T, New 22ft Dropside body, Body is DVSA tested (notifiable alteration test), Automatic, 84 kms, Jan 2025 MOT, 3 month Level 2 warranty, Full service with Mercedes oils & filters (including 7 filters and engine oil) just done, Air conditioning, Cruise, Huge 17.5T...
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2012 62 MERCEDES ECONIC 2629 6x2 rear lift/steer, Faun Variopress compactor refuse body, Terberg Omnidel twin bin lift, banksman system, reverse camera, work lights, beacons, upright exhaust, Auto, cruise, diff lock, 4 seats, air drivers seats, electric windows/mirrors, air con, sun roof, £5950 +...
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For Auction at CVA Carr Hill Industrial Estate, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 8DE on 2024-03-26
*DONCASTER* CREW CAB, A/C, GEESINKNORBA RL300 15H25 BODY, TERBERG SPLIT LIFT, REAR VIEW CAMERA* Price is Plus VAT * Reg No: VA11ETE * Seller: DIRECT LEASING COMPANY (COUNCIL CONTRACT)* Weekly...
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DIRECT COUNCIL CHOICE OF 3 EURO 6 HEIL BODY TERBERG BINLIFTS Make of Body: HEIL 19 TERBERG
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For Auction at CVA Carr Hill Industrial Estate, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 8DE on 2024-03-19
*DONCASTER* CREW CAB, A/C, GEESINKNORBRA RL 300 MF50 BODY, TERBERG SPLIT BIN LIFT, REAR VIEW CAMERA MoT: 2025-01-31* Price is Plus VAT * Reg No: VA11ETJ * Seller: DIRECT LEASING COMPANY (COUNCIL...
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- 2018 MERCEDES ECONIC 2630 - 6X2 REAR STEER - HEIL BODY - TERBERG BIN LIFTS - EURO 6 ULEZ COMPLIANT Make of Body: Heil Terberg
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2018 REAR STEER OLYMPUS BODY TERBERG BINLIFTS Make of Body: OLYMPUS TERBERG
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- 2018 Mercedes Econic 2630 Refuse Truck - Geesink Norba Body - Trade Binlift - 6×2 Rear Steer Make of Body: Geesink Norba Trade
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2016 16 MERCEDES ECONIC 1830 Euro 6 Heil PLK 161M refuse body, Zoeller trade bin lift, beacons, work lights, upright exhaust, air suspension front and rear, Auto, cruise, hill assist, diff lock, adaptive cruise, 4 seats, air drivers, air con, electric windows/mirrors, sun roof, reverse camera, ex...
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2016 Mercedes Econic 26t 6x2 Rear Steer, Faun Variopress Body, Terberg Split Lift
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- 2018 Mercedes Econic 2630 Refuse Truck - 6×2 Rear Steer - Geesink Body with trade binlift - Euro 6 - Underbody Weighing System Make of Body: Geesink Trade
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