In 1965 Mercedes-Benz introduced a new medium-duty truck series geared to the varied needs of distribution work. The model series, which included this LP 1513, was distinguished by the angular cab and the cab-over-engine configuration. Special bodies permitted an extremely wide range of uses, among other things as a fuel oil tanker.

• Cylinders 6
• Displacement 346 cu in
• Output 96 kW
• at engine speed 2800/min
• Top speed 54 mph
• Payload capacity 22045 lbs
• Production period 1967-1976
• Units produced 9406