The Longline joins the range as a low-volume, factory-certified option aimed at operators who need more room and more build flexibility than a standard cab can offer.Scania developed the Longline by combining the CrewCab concept with the high-roof S-series cab. The result—according to the manufacturer—is a factory-built configuration not currently matched by any other OEM.Cab production will take place in Laxå, while chassis will be built in Södertälje. Lars Gustafsson, Head of Trucks at Scania, describes the project as a natural next step for a concept the market has known for years—but only now has it been formalised as a series-produced product. Scania is not offering the Longline as a one-size-fits-all interior.
Built around individual requirements
In its factory form, the area behind the seats comes with limited layout choices. Customers can opt for a basic setup with a bed and storage, or choose a more open space.A key part of the design is a set of clearly defined mounting points, making additional customisation easier.Scania stresses that it avoids adding parts that aren’t needed—reducing waste and supporting the company’s environmental targets. Visual customisation is also part of the offer. The manufacturer will provide a wide paint selection in cooperation with a Swedish paint specialist, with the aim of shortening the time from delivery to getting the vehicle into service.
More space as a recruitment tool
Longline is not only a product story—it is also shaped by labour-market pressure. For years, one of the transport sector’s biggest challenges has been attracting and keeping drivers.In that context, extra space in the cab is meant to improve working conditions and make the job more appealing. Gustafsson argues that the cab is no longer just a workplace, but an environment that affects comfort and drivers’ career decisions.
Designed to meet European rules
The Longline was developed in line with European IVD (Increased Vehicle Dimensions) regulations, which allow longer vehicles to operate on the European market.At launch, the range will include two cab lengths—28 and 31—both with a high roof. Inside, standing height exceeds two metres, allowing most drivers to stand upright in the cab.
Low-volume build, with sales starting 2026
Work on the Longline has been underway since 2022 as part of Scania’s approach to specialist applications. Sales are set to begin in April 2026, with the first deliveries planned for autumn 2026.
Because it is produced in low volumes, the cab is aimed at customers looking beyond standard fleet configurations. In practice, it combines series production with broader personalisation—an approach previously associated mainly with specialist builds.
