New Delhi, Sep 8 - Premium car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz India Tuesday launched its globally acclaimed third-generation truck Mercedes-Benz Actros 4841K in the country.

The Actros is its largest selling truck model worldwide, the company said in a statement.

'Over 600,000 Actros trucks have been sold worldwide since its inception in 1996 and the Actros continues to remain one of the most trusted brands in the heavy tonnage applications segment,' said Mercedes-Benz India managing director and chief executive Wilfried Aulbur.

'The new Mercedes-Benz Actros will be a valuable partner for the vibrant Indian mining and infrastructure operators and we have high expectations from this product in India.'

The truck has a multi-function steering wheel and a driver information system to ensure the safety of the driver, vehicle and cargo during transportation, the company said.