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Mercedes Atego Additional Axle and GVW Upgrade
The Atego is now at Teknik Fren: with the Mercedes Atego 1518 additional axle conversion, your Euro 6 vehicle becomes a 22-tonner.
Atego: from 15,000 kg to 22,000 kg
The Mercedes Atego 1518 additional axle conversion raises your vehicle's gross vehicle weight from 15,000 kg to 22,000 kg. The conversion combines an additional axle with a chassis (frame) extension.
Three variants are available: 4160 KK, 4160 UK and 5360 UK. Depending on the variant, the maximum body length ranges from 6,700 mm to 8,600 mm.
We carry out the modification using the original components used by the vehicle manufacturer and manage the testing, engineering documentation and certification processes in-house.
- Additional axle + chassis extension
- Automatic axle lift mechanism
- 3 different variants
- Euro 6 Atego 1518
Atego 22-tonne dimensions and weights
ATEGO (from 15,000 kg to 22,000 kg): all three variants.
| Specification | 4160 KK | 4160 UK | 5360 UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (mm) | |||
| Wheelbase | 4160 + 1320 | 4160 + 1320 | 5360 + 1320 |
| Length (excluding body) | 9,040 | 8,740 | 10,640 |
| Front overhang | 1,440 | 1,440 | 1,440 |
| Rear overhang (with body, max.) | 2,520 | 2,220 | 2,920 |
| Start of body – end of bumper | 7,100 | 6,300 | 8,200 |
| Maximum length | 9,440 | 9,140 | 11,040 |
| Maximum width | 2,550 | 2,550 | 2,550 |
| Maximum body length | 7,500 | 6,700 | 8,600 |
| Weights (kg) | |||
| Gross vehicle weight (GVW) | 22,000 | 22,000 | 22,000 |
| Kerb weight | 5,800 | 5,800 | 6,000 |
| Front axle capacity | 5,100 | 5,100 | 5,100 |
| 1st rear axle capacity | 10,900 | 10,900 | 10,900 |
| 2nd rear axle capacity | 9,000 | 9,000 | 9,000 |
Figures are taken from our Mercedes Atego Additional Axle Conversion catalogue.
Features of the automatic axle lift mechanism
The axle lift mechanism is operated by 2 buttons on the dashboard in the cab, which lower and raise the axle.
- The vehicle is equipped with a load- and speed-sensitive, electronically controlled axle lift system.
- To activate the system, simply press the automatic axle lift button.
- When the vehicle is laden and travelling below 30 km/h, the additional axle can be raised to improve traction and manoeuvrability on slippery surfaces.
- Pressing and holding the manual axle lift button, located right next to the automatic button, raises the additional axle for a short time.
- Once the vehicle exceeds 30 km/h, the additional axle lowers automatically, even if the button is held down.
Atego 22 tonnes
The Atego additional axle conversion process.
Our processes are designed to interlock with the vehicle manufacturer's, which means maximum transparency and minimum lead time.
Market and Needs Analysis
We analyse the need against technology, market, regulatory and price criteria and define a realistic solution.
3D CAD Design
Design down to the smallest detail. Using 3D CAD speeds up the transition to series production and minimises design errors.
Risk Analysis
Sustainability, maintenance and after-sales considerations are built into the design, and risks are assessed rigorously.
Prototype and Road Testing
Our dedicated prototype team prepares the vehicle; durability and long-distance road tests are carried out with our GPS-linked test equipment.
Homologation
Tests are carried out with authorised technical services, the engineering documentation (project file) is prepared and an application for certification is submitted to TSE.
Delivery
The new configuration is programmed into the vehicle's ECU using our diagnostic equipment, and the vehicle is handed over.
Atego additional axle: frequently asked questions
If you can't find the answer you're looking for here, write to us and our technical team will get back to you.
Ask usWith the additional axle conversion, the gross vehicle weight of the Mercedes Atego 1518 rises from 15,000 kg to 22,000 kg.
The 4160 KK, 4160 UK and 5360 UK variants are available. Their maximum body lengths are 7,500 mm, 6,700 mm and 8,600 mm respectively.
Yes. It has a load- and speed-sensitive, electronically controlled axle lift system. The additional axle can be raised when the vehicle is laden and travelling below 30 km/h; above 30 km/h it lowers automatically.
Let's take your Atego to 22 tonnes.
Tell us which variant you need and how many vehicles, and we'll send you our quote.