Mercedes Benz LK 312
Built: 1958-1960 · Series: LK
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Mercedes-Benz LK – the light class of the New Generation: four- to six-cylinder diesels from 4.58 to 11.58 litres, gross weights from 5,190 to 26,000 kg
The Mercedes-Benz LK series ("light class") was part of the "New Generation" (NG) introduced in 1984 and, built at the Wörth am Rhein plant, covered the market segment between the lighter MK and the heavier SK. The four-digit type designations such as LK 1418 or LK 1620 follow the scheme typical of New Generation Mercedes-Benz trucks, in which the first digits give the gross vehicle weight in tonnes and the last two the engine output in horsepower.
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The register lists 9 versions with 177 to 180 kW from four- to six-cylinder diesels of 4,580 to 11,580 cc. Kerb weights run from 2,980 to 12,350 kg, gross vehicle weights from 5,190 to 26,000 kg. Lengths run from 5,780 to 8,250 mm, widths from 2,140 to 2,500 mm.
As a range for distribution, construction and municipal transport, the LK covered a broad spectrum from light tipper chassis to heavy construction trucks, competing with the MAN F90, the Iveco Eurotech and the Volvo FL/FS. Model suffixes with axle formulas such as 6X2 and 6X4 denoted multi-axle chassis for tipper and crane bodies.
When buying a used example, key checks include frame corrosion, the condition of the tipper hydraulics on relevant bodies, and leaks at the turbocharger and charge-air cooler. The gearbox and clutch should be checked for smooth shifting, and on multi-axle chassis the steered and trailing axles should also be inspected. Parts are well supported through the extensive Mercedes-Benz commercial-vehicle service network, as the NG series was built in large numbers for a decade and a half.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Mercedes-Benz LK, Mercedes-Benz Trucks (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Cylinders | 6correct |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,580 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 6,050 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,260 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 3,600 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 3,750 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 8,500 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Wheels | 4correct |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Mercedes Benz LK 312 weigh?
The unladen weight is 3,750 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Mercedes Benz LK 312?
8,500 kg.
What engine does the Mercedes Benz LK 312 have?
6 cylinders, 4,580 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Mercedes Benz LK 312?
6,050 mm × 2,260 mm.
When was the Mercedes Benz LK 312 built?
Production years: 1958-1960.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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This page carries 10 individual figures for this model. They come from 2 recorded sources; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
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Other models in this series
LK 1418
LK 1620/46
LK 1924-W8106-6X2/4200+1300
LK 2624-6X4/3600+1340
LK 312/36
LK 508 DG
LK 608 D
LK 911 B
Sources: RDW — Dutch national vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · How we check the data
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