Trucks for Sale in Israel: Mercedes-Benz, MAN, IVECO & More
Looking for reliable trucks for sale in Israel? You might run a distribution company in the Tel Aviv area, supply concrete to urban renewal projects, or need refrigerated trucks for produce from the Arava and the Jordan Valley. 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 Israel, from Tel Aviv, Haifa and Ashdod to Jerusalem and Be'er Sheva. 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 for Israel involves more than choosing a brand. In the Negev, the Arava and around the Dead Sea, summer temperatures regularly exceed 40°C. The coast is humid, and the roads to Jerusalem bring long climbs. In the big cities, trucks spend long hours in dense traffic, and some cities have clean air zones for older diesel vehicles. Israel also sets strict technical and environmental requirements for imported vehicles. The axle configuration, engine, cooling, emission class, 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 European conformity documents, export documentation and shipping to Israel. 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 Israel Need? Solutions per Sector
Israel has a modern, fast-growing economy with a strong need for housing, infrastructure and efficient logistics. Construction, distribution, agriculture, mining and municipal services all create strong demand for commercial vehicles. Below you'll find the truck types our customers in Israel ask for most often.
Construction and Infrastructure: Housing, Urban Renewal and Transport Projects
Israel's growing population creates constant demand for new housing and urban renewal projects. Large transport projects such as light rail lines, new highways and interchanges add further demand. These projects need concrete mixers, bulk cement tankers, 8x4 and 6x4 tippers such as the Mercedes-Benz Arocs, MAN TGS and IVECO X-Way or T-Way, and truck-mounted cranes. Low-loaders for excavators and other machinery are also in demand. We configure these vehicles for intensive use on building sites in dense urban areas.
Logistics and Distribution: Haifa, Ashdod and Gush Dan
The ports of Haifa and Ashdod handle most of Israel's imports and exports. From there, goods travel to distribution centres and on to shops, businesses and consumers across the country. Container transport and national distribution call for reliable tractor units with comfortable cabins, such as the Scania R-series, MAN TGX, Mercedes-Benz Actros and IVECO S-Way. For city distribution in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Haifa, we supply medium-duty trucks such as the IVECO Eurocargo, MAN TGM and Mercedes-Benz Atego. We also help you choose modern, low-emission models that fit the clean air zones in cities such as Haifa and Jerusalem.
Agriculture and Food: The Cold Chain from Field to Market
Israel is known for its citrus fruit, avocados, dates, vegetables and flowers. Much of this produce is grown in the Arava, the Jordan Valley, the coastal plain and the north. Both local markets and export require refrigerated trucks that keep a stable temperature in extreme heat. The dairy and food processing industries also need refrigerated and insulated vehicles. We supply the chassis and have the right refrigerated body built to your specifications.
Mining, Quarries and Dead Sea Minerals
Potash, bromine and magnesium are extracted from the Dead Sea, and phosphates are mined in the Negev. Quarries across the country supply aggregates for the construction sector. Trucks in this sector must work in dust, heat and on unpaved haul roads. Popular choices are heavy 8x4 and 6x4 tippers, bulk tankers for minerals and cement, water bowsers and fuel trucks.
Municipal Services, Water and Energy
Municipalities need refuse trucks, water tankers and service vehicles. The energy sector, with offshore gas fields and large solar farms in the Negev, needs crane trucks, heavy tractor units for equipment transport and service vehicles for remote sites. For work in the desert and on unpaved terrain, we supply all-wheel-drive trucks such as the Mercedes-Benz Zetros and 4x4 versions of the MAN TGM and IVECO Eurocargo.
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 are available on request. Because Israel drives on the right and bases its vehicle requirements largely on European standards, European trucks are a natural fit. 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 Israeli Conditions
Desert heat, dust, humid coastal air, hilly routes and dense city traffic put extra strain on any vehicle. We help you choose the right specifications, including:
- a modern emission class that meets Israeli requirements and clean air zones;
- an upgraded cooling system and powerful air conditioning for hot regions;
- heavy-duty air filtration for building sites, quarries and desert roads;
- sufficient engine power and a retarder or strong engine brake for hilly 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, tankers, refrigerated bodies, crane installations and other specialised builds. Your truck leaves Europe fully prepared for the job it has to do in Israel.
Get in Touch
Do you have questions about our trucks in Israel 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