Mercedes-Benz Trucks Classic made a strong impact at Brazzeltag 2025, hosted by the Technik Museum Speyer, Germany. With vehicles ranging from the 1960s to 1980s, the display offered a clear timeline of commercial vehicle evolution. The appearance of the eActros 600, the brand's electric truck, reinforced Daimler Truck’s focus on zero-emission freight.
Event Snapshot: Key Details
- Event: Brazzeltag 2025
- Location: Technik Museum Speyer
- Organizer: Daimler Truck AG
- Focus: Classic truck display, live demos, electric vehicle experience
Top Attractions from Mercedes-Benz Trucks Classic
1. Historic Truck Showcase
Over a dozen historic Mercedes-Benz trucks displayed design shifts and engineering updates across six decades.
Notable models included:
- LP 333 “Millipede” from the 1960s
- NG series from the 1970s
- SK trucks from the 1980s
These models demonstrated the evolution of truck aerodynamics, safety, and load capacity.
2. eActros 600 “Brazzeltaxi”
The battery-electric eActros 600 provided silent passenger rides throughout the weekend. The truck:
- Offers a range of ~310 miles (500 km) per charge
- Uses megawatt charging (MCS-ready)
- Delivered noise-free transportation inside the event
Live Action: Performance Highlights
RaceTruck: 1,500 HP Display
The RaceTruck, fitted with a V8 engine producing 1,500 horsepower, performed power demonstrations:
- High-speed acceleration on museum roads
- Burnout stunts and noise shows
“Transformers” Unimog Hound
A modified Unimog, used as “Hound” in the Transformers films, drew crowds:
- Fully operational
- Heavy off-road tires and armored plating
- Fan-favorite photo opportunity
Unimog Concept Design Study
A one-off concept based on the Unimog chassis:
- Focus on modular design
- Combines utility and experimental aesthetics
- Not production-bound but functional
