Most truck owners have a rough number in their head — what they paid for it, what a mate got for a similar spec last year, what someone reckoned at a fuel stop. The trouble is, that number is usually wrong. Sometimes it’s too low. And in 2026, with the used truck market moving the way it is, undervaluing your vehicle before you even pick up the phone is a surprisingly common and costly mistake.
This guide sets out what the main makes and models are actually fetching in the UK used market right now — Volvo, Mercedes, Scania and MAN — broken down by model, age, and specification. It won’t replace a proper quote, but it gives you a solid starting point so you know what a fair offer looks like before you commit to anything.
Why Truck Values Are Stronger Than Many Owners Realise
There are a few things driving used truck values upward in 2026 that aren’t always obvious if you’re not watching the market closely.
New truck lead times have been stubbornly long since the supply chain disruptions of 2021 and 2022. While the situation has improved compared to the worst of it, fleet operators who need vehicles now are still turning to the used market more than they did five years ago. That additional demand has kept a floor under prices that might otherwise have softened.
Fuel costs and road pricing changes have also been shaking up fleet decisions. Some operators are right-sizing — swapping 6×2 units for 4×2, or shedding older kit to fund newer, more economical replacements. When fleets move, good trucks come to market, and buyers are ready for them.
The practical result is that if you own a well-maintained tractor unit from any of the major European brands — and especially if it’s a low-mileage example or a high-spec cab — you may be sitting on more than you think.
Volvo — FH, FM and FMX Valuations
Volvo’s FH series is, by most measures, the most consistently valued used tractor unit in the UK market. Operators know what they’re getting, parts and dealer support are strong nationwide, and the brand retains a reputation for longevity that buyers are willing to pay for.
Volvo FH 420 / FH 460 — Euro 5
These are bread-and-butter long-haul units and consistently in demand. A 2014–2016 FH 460 Globetrotter in good condition with under 900,000km and a tidy service history is currently fetching between £14,000 and £22,000 depending on spec and cab type. The Globetrotter XL adds a few thousand over the standard Globetrotter.
Volvo FH 500 / FH 520 — Euro 5 / Euro 6
Step up to a 500 or 520 bhp unit and values rise sharply, particularly for the post-2013 Euro 6 generation. A 2016–2018 FH 500 Globetrotter XL with documented service history and under 800,000km will realistically sit in the £22,000–£35,000 bracket. Well-specced examples with hydraulics, retarder, and premium interior finish comfortably push toward the top of that range.
Volvo FH 460 / FH 500 — Euro 6, 2019 onwards
Newer examples from 2019 to 2022 with under 600,000km are achieving £38,000 to £65,000 in the current market. High-spec 2021–2022 examples with low kilometres have in some cases gone north of £70,000 — particularly FH 500 and FH 540 Globetrotter XL units with full spec.
Volvo FM 380 / FM 420 / FM 460
The FM is the workhorse of the range — regional and construction haulage rather than long-haul. Values sit lower than the FH, but the FM 460 from 2015 onwards in good condition is a solid £15,000 to £28,000 truck depending on axle configuration and hours.
What adds value on a Volvo: I-Shift gearbox (standard on later models but worth confirming), Globetrotter or Globetrotter XL cab over standard, VEB engine braking, hydraulics for drawbar or walking floor work, and full Volvo dealer service history. Any of those, combined with good presentation and a clean MOT history, can add £3,000–£8,000 over a base-spec equivalent.
Mercedes-Benz — Actros and Axor Valuations
Mercedes trucks have a strong and loyal following in UK haulage, and that loyalty shows up in used values. The Actros in particular holds its price well at most ages, and even older MP2 and MP3 generation units are actively traded rather than written off.
Mercedes Actros MP3 — 2008 to 2011, Euro 4 / Euro 5
The MP3 generation — recognisable by its swept cab and updated interior — is still a genuine working truck in 2026 and values reflect that. A tidy 2009–2011 Actros 1844 or 1848 with a BigSpace cab, service history and a live MOT is worth £8,000–£16,000. High-mileage examples (over 1.2 million km) at the bottom of that range; cleaner, lower-mileage units pushing toward the top.
Mercedes Actros MP4 — 2011 to 2018, Euro 5 / Euro 6
The MP4 brought the distinctive new-era cab design and significantly updated technology. Values are considerably stronger than the MP3. A well-specced 2014–2016 Actros 2545 or 2551 in BigSpace or StreamSpace configuration with under 900,000km is currently sitting at £18,000–£30,000. The StreamSpace and BigSpace cabs both command a premium over the ClassicSpace.
Mercedes Actros MP4 — 2016 to 2019, Euro 6
Late MP4 generation units from 2016–2019 in good condition are among the most actively traded tractor units in the UK right now. Expect £28,000–£50,000 for a genuine, well-presented example — more if it’s low kilometres from a single operator with verifiable service records.
Mercedes Axor — 1840 / 1844 / 2540 / 2544, Euro 3 / Euro 4 / Euro 5
The Axor sits below the Actros in the Mercedes commercial range and was produced until around 2013. It’s a straightforward, robust truck with a strong reputation, and in the UK used market it trades at a considerable discount to the Actros — typically £5,000–£14,000 depending on age, condition and spec. Don’t overlook it if you own one; condition matters enormously on these, and a clean, well-maintained Axor is worth meaningfully more than a neglected one.
What adds value on a Mercedes: PowerShift or Telligent automated gearbox over manual, BigSpace or StreamSpace cab over ClassicSpace, predictive cruise control on later MP4 models, retarder, and above all a documented Mercedes service history. Gaps in service records are a consistent source of downward pressure on Actros values.
Scania — R Series, P Series and G Series Valuations
Scania has one of the most recognisable model lineups in European trucking, and the R series in particular carries a premium that has held up impressively in the UK used market. Operators who have run Scanias often won’t buy anything else — and that loyalty drives consistent demand.
Scania R380 / R420 — Euro 3 / Euro 4
Older R series trucks — the pre-2009 generation with the traditional cab — have a committed buyer base and trade well for their age. A clean 2007–2009 R420 Topline 4×2 with documented history is worth £6,000–£12,000. These are genuinely capable working trucks despite their age, and presentation makes a significant difference to where in that range they land.
Scania R480 / R500 — Euro 4 / Euro 5
The R480 and R500 in particular carry a strong following in the UK and command solid premiums. A 2011–2014 R500 Topline or Highline with under 900,000km and full service history is currently fetching £16,000–£26,000. The R480 sits a little lower — £14,000–£22,000 for comparable spec and condition.
Scania R450 — Euro 6, 2016 onwards
The current-generation R450, introduced with the new cab and updated Euro 6 powertrain, is one of the most sought-after tractor units in the UK right now. A 2018–2020 R450 Highline or Topline 4×2 in good order is achieving £35,000–£55,000. Opticruise gearbox, retarder, leather, and factory aero kit all push values upward. The 6×2 tag and mid-lift configurations add to the range.
Scania R560 / R580 V8 — Euro 5 / Euro 6
Scania’s V8 models occupy a category of their own. Operators who want a V8 specifically will pay a premium that doesn’t always follow the same depreciation curve as inline-six models. A clean V8-badged R560 or R580 from 2013–2016 is worth £22,000–£38,000. Post-2017 V8 examples in excellent condition have traded considerably higher.
Scania P400 / P410 / P450 — Euro 5 / Euro 6
The P-cab (lower roof, more compact) is the workhorse of the range. Values sit below the R series as expected — a 2015–2018 P450 in good condition typically achieves £18,000–£32,000 depending on spec. Strong demand for good P-series units from operators doing regional and construction work.
Scania G410 / G440 — Euro 5 / Euro 6
The G-series sits between the P and R in cab height and comfort. Solid, mid-market values — a 2016–2019 G410 or G440 in decent condition is worth £20,000–£34,000.
What adds value on a Scania: Retarder, Opticruise automated gearbox, Topline over Highline over Streamline cab, V8 badge on the correct market, full Scania dealer service history, and low verified kilometres. Scania’s digital service records (available from Scania dealers) are a significant asset when selling.
MAN — TGX and TGA Valuations
MAN’s TGX is the premium end of the range — built for international long-haul, it’s a well-specified truck with a strong following among operators who appreciate the cab quality and German engineering. Values have been consistent in 2026.
MAN TGA 18.440 / 18.480 — Euro 3 / Euro 4
The TGA generation — produced until around 2007 — is now firmly in older-truck territory, but it still trades. A clean 2005–2007 TGA 18.480 XXL with a working history and live MOT is worth £5,000–£10,000. These are uncomplicated trucks, and that counts for something.
MAN TGX 18.440 / 26.440 — Euro 5
The Euro 5 TGX — particularly the EGR-only specification that requires no AdBlue — has been one of the stronger performers in the used market over the past couple of years. A 2013–2016 TGX 18.440 XLX or XXL with under 900,000km and a solid service history is currently fetching £14,000–£22,000. The XXL cab commands a clear premium over the XL.
MAN TGX 18.480 / 26.480 / 26.500 — Euro 5 / Euro 6
Higher-powered TGX units — 480 and 500 bhp — push values up. A 2015–2018 TGX 26.480 Euro 6 in XXL spec with under 800,000km is sitting at £20,000–£34,000 in the current market.
MAN TGX 26.510 / 26.540 — Euro 6, newer generation
The latest TGX generation — from 2020 onwards — commands the strongest values. A 2020–2022 TGX 26.510 GX cab with low kilometres is achieving £40,000–£65,000 depending on spec and condition. The GX cab on the new-gen TGX is particularly well-regarded and commands a premium.
MAN TGS 18.440 / 26.440 — Euro 5
The TGS is MAN’s construction and heavy haulage range. Values for Euro 5 tractor variants sit in the £12,000–£22,000 range for 2013–2017 examples in good order.
What adds value on a MAN: ZF TipMatic automated gearbox, XXL or GX cab over XL, MAN full service history from authorised dealers, hydraulics, retarder, and — particularly on Euro 5 models — a confirmed EGR-only (no AdBlue) specification, which is confirmed by the absence of a DEF tank.
The Factors That Move the Needle — Across All Brands
Whatever make or model you’re running, the same underlying factors affect where your truck sits within any given value range:
Mileage and hours. Kilometre readings are the first thing any buyer looks at. Under 700,000km on a post-2015 Euro 6 unit is broadly considered low; 700,000–1,000,000km is mid-market; over 1,000,000km starts to narrow the buyer pool. That said, a high-mileage truck with a full, verifiable service history will consistently outperform a lower-mileage truck with gaps in its records.
Service history. Full manufacturer dealer service history is the single biggest differentiator in the used truck market. It removes uncertainty for the buyer — they know the truck has been maintained to standard, that any issues have been dealt with properly, and that the kilometre reading hasn’t been interfered with. Trucks with complete history routinely command £3,000–£10,000 more than equivalent vehicles with patchy records.
Cab specification. On Volvo, Scania, MAN and Mercedes alike, the premium cab — Globetrotter XL, Topline, XXL, BigSpace — adds real money. If you’re sitting in one, you’ve got an asset that’s worth more than the base-cab version of the same truck.
Gearbox type. Automated and semi-automatic gearboxes (I-Shift, Opticruise, TipMatic, PowerShift) command a premium in 2026. Manual-gearbox trucks still sell, but the market is firmly in automated territory now, and that preference is reflected in prices.
Tyres and presentation. It sounds basic, but a truck that’s clean, presentable, with decent rubber on all axles will always achieve a better price than one that looks tired. Buyers build remediation costs into their offers — new tyres, a valet, minor bodywork — and if those costs look high, the offer goes down accordingly.
MOT status. A live MOT with reasonable time remaining is important. A truck with an expired or imminent MOT will see buyers reduce their offer to cover the cost and risk of getting it through — often more than the test itself would cost.
What To Do If Your Number Seems Higher Than Expected
If you’ve worked through the ranges above and found your truck sits higher than you thought, the sensible next step is to get a proper valuation rather than relying on the estimates here. Market conditions move, individual machine condition varies, and a genuine buyer looking at your specific truck will factor in details that a general guide can’t.
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