Trucks for Sale in France: Mercedes-Benz, MAN, IVECO & More
Looking for reliable trucks for sale in France? You might run a haulage company on the routes between Lille, Paris, Lyon and Marseille, collect milk from farms in Brittany and Normandy, or need Euro VI distribution trucks with a Crit'Air 2 sticker for the low emission zones in Lyon and Grenoble. In each case, Schaften Automotive is your European partner for trucks, commercial vehicles and complete fleet solutions. From our headquarters in the Netherlands, we supply Mercedes-Benz, MAN, IVECO, Scania and other leading European brands to customers throughout France, from Paris and Lille to Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, Toulouse and Strasbourg. We arrange everything from A to Z, so you receive a truck that is ready for work.
More Than a Supplier: Your Sparring Partner from A to Z
Buying a truck in another EU country can be very attractive because of the wider choice and faster availability. It does involve more than choosing a brand. In the Alps, the Pyrenees and the Massif Central, trucks face steep climbs, snow and mandatory winter equipment. The south can be very hot in summer, and more and more cities restrict access for older vehicles. The engine, emission class, winter equipment, body and paperwork all make the difference. That is why we start by understanding your operation: what you transport, which routes you drive and how intensively your vehicles are used. Based on that, we advise you on the configuration that gives you the best value over the long term.
Once you have made your choice, we take care of the rest. That includes custom bodybuilding, technical modifications, the documents you need to register the truck in France and delivery by road to your location. You have one point of contact for the entire process, so you can focus on your business while we handle the details. Our stock of European A-brand trucks changes continuously, which means we can often offer short lead times.
Which Trucks Does France Need? Solutions per Sector
France has one of the largest road networks and freight markets in Europe and is the European Union's largest agricultural producer. Logistics, agriculture, construction, urban distribution, forestry and municipal services all create strong demand for commercial vehicles. Below you'll find the truck types our customers in France ask for most often.
Road Haulage and Logistics: Major Ports and European Transit Routes
France is a key transit country between the Iberian Peninsula, the Benelux, Germany and Italy. The ports of Le Havre, Marseille-Fos and Dunkirk, together with large logistics hubs around Paris, Lyon and Lille, generate huge freight flows. Long-distance haulage calls for fuel-efficient tractor units with comfortable cabins, such as the Scania R-series, MAN TGX, Mercedes-Benz Actros and IVECO S-Way. For container and port transport, we supply tractor units configured for heavy loads and frequent short trips.
Agriculture and Food: Grain, Dairy, Livestock and Fresh Produce
The plains of the Beauce and Picardy produce large volumes of grain, and Hauts-de-France is known for sugar beet. Brittany and Normandy have a large dairy and livestock sector, and wine regions such as Champagne, Burgundy and Bordeaux need their own transport solutions. These sectors need grain tippers, milk collection tankers, livestock carriers and refrigerated trucks for fresh and chilled food, for example for supply to wholesale markets such as Rungis. We supply the chassis and have the right body built to your specifications.
Construction and Infrastructure: Grand Paris, Rail and Renovation
Large projects such as the Grand Paris Express metro, the Lyon to Turin rail link, housing renovation and new renewable energy installations create steady demand for construction vehicles. These projects need 8x4 and 6x4 tippers such as the Mercedes-Benz Arocs, MAN TGS and IVECO X-Way or T-Way. They also need concrete mixers, bulk cement tankers, low-loaders for excavators and wind turbine components, and truck-mounted cranes. We configure these vehicles for intensive use on urban building sites and in mountain areas.
Urban Distribution and Low Emission Zones (ZFE)
Many French cities, including Paris, Lyon, Grenoble and Strasbourg, have low emission zones (zones à faibles émissions). Access depends on the Crit'Air sticker, and restrictions are becoming stricter. For distribution to shops, supermarkets, restaurants and e-commerce customers, we supply medium-duty trucks such as the IVECO Eurocargo, MAN TGM and Mercedes-Benz Atego. We help you choose Euro VI models with a Crit'Air 2 sticker that suit narrow city centre streets and delivery windows.
Forestry, Quarries and Municipal Services
France has large forests, from the Landes in the southwest to the Vosges and the Massif Central, which require timber trucks with loading cranes. Quarries supply aggregates for the construction sector and need heavy tippers. Municipalities and road authorities need refuse trucks, road sweepers and, in mountain areas, gritters and snowplough trucks for winter road maintenance. We supply robust chassis and have the right body built to your specifications.
Mercedes-Benz, MAN, IVECO, Scania & More
Our range covers the leading European commercial vehicle brands:
- Mercedes-Benz: the Actros, Arocs, Atego and off-road Zetros, known for their durability.
- MAN: the TGX, TGS, TGM and TGL, with strong drivetrains for heavy work.
- IVECO: the S-Way, X-Way, T-Way, Eurocargo and Daily, covering everything from light vans to heavy construction trucks.
- Scania: a popular choice for long-distance transport.
Other brands, such as Renault Trucks and DAF, are available on request. Our trucks are built to European type approval standards and are sold in left-hand-drive configuration for French roads. All of these brands have extensive service networks in France. Not sure which brand or model suits your operation best? We compare the options with you objectively, based on your application, budget and service requirements.
Configured and Built for French Conditions
Mountain routes, winter conditions, long transit routes and city access rules put specific demands on any vehicle. We help you choose the right specifications, including:
- a Euro VI emission class with a Crit'Air 2 sticker for access to low emission zones;
- sufficient engine power and a retarder or strong engine brake for the Alps, the Pyrenees and the Massif Central;
- winter equipment such as suitable tyres and snow chains for mountain areas, plus cold-start equipment;
- fuel-efficient drivetrains and comfortable cabins for long-distance routes;
- the right axle configuration, suspension and tyres for your loads and routes.
Through our network of European bodybuilders, we can deliver tippers, concrete mixers, milk tankers, refrigerated bodies, timber cranes and other specialised builds. Your truck leaves the Netherlands fully prepared for the job it has to do in France.
Get in Touch
Do you have questions about our trucks in France or want to know how Schaften Automotive can support your business? Our experts are ready to provide you with personalized advice.
Robert Brand
Sales Executive