Samworth Brothers has ordered 18 new tractor units from Mercedes-Benz Trucks.
The vehicles were selected for their safety technology, fuel-efficiency and strong residual values.
The temperature-controlled distribution specialist chose Actros 2545 models with flat-floored StreamSpace cabs, Safety Packs, and optional, fuel-saving Predictive Powertrain Control (PPC) systems.
Samworth Brothers trialed a variety of demonstration units, settling for the 450hp version.
The protection of its drivers and other road users was the top priority for the business. The Mercedes-Benz Safety Pack bundles together Active Brake Assist 4 emergency braking system – which incorporates a world ‘first’ in the shape of pedestrian recognition – as well as Proximity Control Assist and a driver’s airbag.
The Actros are the subject of a buyback agreement, under which each unit will cover 250,000 km per year.
Samworth Brothers operates more than 120 of its own trucks, as well as some 230 semi-trailers of various configurations – it also supplements the fleet with rental vehicles.
Although this is its first multiple-unit order for Mercedes-Benz trucks, Samworth Brothers has been running a single Actros tractor for the last four years, clocking up one million km.
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Matt has been an automotive journalist for eight years. As senior staff writer he is responsible for the automotive content on Fleet News and also contributes to Automotive Management. Prior to this, Matt worked in the automotive industry for 10 years.
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