When did Mercedes stop making the Vario?
On 27 September 2013, the last Vario rolled off the production line in Ludwigsfelde. Between 1996 and 2013, 90,743 units were manufactured. The Vario was succeeded in Daimler Trucks’ model range by heavier versions of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and lighter versions of the Mercedes-Benz Atego.
Can I drive Mercedes Vario?
licence you won’t be able to drive a Mercedes Vario – even an unladen 614D weighs 3,555kg and once you have added everything that makes up your van conversion it will weigh much more! So to drive a Mercedes Vario you will need a Category C1 or a Category C licence.
Is the Mercedes Vario still made?
End of the production for the Vario, commercial heavy van manufactured by Mercedes-Benz. After 30 years of production, the Vario has been removed from the international market.
How long is a Mercedes 814D?
Outside dimensions of the L614D:
| Exterior | L1 | Width |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior length (mm) | 3170 | 2200 |
| Exterior length (inch) | 124.8 | 86.6 |
What weight is a Mercedes Vario?
7.5 tonnes
The Vario (formerly T2 and now with an upgraded exterior) defined its sphere of operation as the broad field between 4.8 and 7.5 tonnes gross vehicle weight. The model range now extended from the 507 D to the heavyweight 811 D.
How much does a Mercedes 814 weigh?
At 7.5 tonnes the Mercedes-Benz Vario 814D is the biggest panel van in the UK.
What kind of engine does a Mercedes Vario have?
With the introduction of the Euro 4 emission standards, the Vario began to be equipped with OM904LA series BlueTec 4 turbocharged and intercooled engine with working volume of 4250 cm 3 and a power of 129, 156 or 177 hp. Two types of gearboxes were available, a 5-speed manual and on buses, an Allison AT 545 4-speed automatic.
When was the last Mercedes Benz Vario made?
On 27 September 2013 the last Vario rolled off the production line in Ludwigsfelde. Between 1996 and 2013 90,743 units were manufactured. The Vario was succeeded in Daimler Trucks ‘ model range by heavier versions of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and lighter versions of the Mercedes-Benz Atego .
Which is better a sprinter or a 814?
Personally i think an 814 would be better than a sprinter, its bigger & squarer which is worth much more when fitting out. Driven couple of them, the newer ones are better, as with all diesel vans, or in the Vario case, what amounts to a small truck!