kscarbel2 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Trucker’s Blog / October 21, 2015During Mercedes-Benz’ presentation of new models for 2016, the truckmaker announced that it will discontinue production of the long-serving Atron medium and heavy truck series.Launched in 1989 with the L-1214, LK-1214 and L-1218 leading the way, the series was equipped with OM-366 model engines in both aspirated and turbocharged versions.Adopting the model designation HPN, the conventional cab Atron was designed by Mercedes-Benz in Brazil.In addition to the modern and straightforward design, generous interior space, impressive cab ergonomics and good visibility, the model conquered the national and international market.Another strength of the HPN range was the interchangeability of components between different models of the line trucks, which facilitated the maintenance and replacement parts.A direct successor of the legendary L-1113, the best selling Mercedes-Benz Atron model was the G-1620 launched in 1996. It was the best seller in Brazil for six years.In 2012, the G-1620 was replaced by Atron 2324.Production of the Atron range will ramp down gradually, owing to the anticipated arrival of the Euro-6 emissions standard in Brazil over the 2019-2020 period.After an impressive 26 year production run, the Atron will be replaced by the more advanced Atego and Axor ranges.Related reading:http://www.mercedes-benz.com.br/caminhoes/atronhttp://www.mercedes-benz.com.br/caminhoes/atron/galeria-de-imagens. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42299-end-of-the-line-for-the-mercedes-benz-atron/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamsterGrrrl Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Looks like the FLC112 with the Mercedes cab that was sold in the U.S. from 1986 through the 1990s. I drove an early one with air ride on a 12" deep rail frame and coil spring/shock cab mount, was the best riding truck I've ever driven. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42299-end-of-the-line-for-the-mercedes-benz-atron/#findComment-308372 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kscarbel2 Posted October 22, 2015 Author Share Posted October 22, 2015 Looks like the FLC112 with the Mercedes cab that was sold in the U.S. from 1986 through the 1990s. I drove an early one with air ride on a 12" deep rail frame and coil spring/shock cab mount, was the best riding truck I've ever driven.The Atron, FLC and the original Freightliner Business Class conventional (1991-2001) all utilized variants of LN2 "New Generation" COE cab (redesignated as the LK "Light Class" cab in 1988).From 1988, the other Mercedes-Benz' "New Generation" cabs were designated MK (normal class) and SK (heavy class). Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42299-end-of-the-line-for-the-mercedes-benz-atron/#findComment-308376 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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