Mercedes-Benz LP-series (cubic)

[2] The cabin was designed to maximize interior space, with a low engine hump, and with large windows all around.

The LP range proved a strong seller, with an increase of German sales for Mercedes-Benz in the heavy truck segment of 153 per cent between 1965 and 1973.

The LP 608 was also the first truck to leave the production line in Daimler-Benz newly constructed plant in Wörth.

New ten and eleven tonne models were added, while the output of the smallest OM 314 engine crept up to 85 PS (63 kW).

[6] The non-tilting cabin required a large number of hatches and doors for access to the mechanical parts, which earned the model the less than flattering nickname "Advent Calendar.

[8] When the heavier range was facelifted in 1970, the middleweights received mechanical upgrades and new weight ratings, but the appearance remained mostly the same.

Their cabin is similar to that of the later middleweight trucks, although the oval headlamps were mounted in the bumper beneath the body.

[9] Much of the technology was adapted from the preceding L/LP series, including the 200 PS (147 kW) OM 326 diesel straight-six.

[10] In 1964 this was replaced with the all-new 210 PS (154 kW) OM 346 direct injection diesel, an engine that ran smoother and was more durable (after some early problems).

[3] The roof was higher, and the front turn signals moved outwards so as to be visible from the sides of the truck.

Towards the end of production of the V10 trucks, they received newly developed planetary axles as the earlier designs could not quite handle the V10's torque.