Mercedes SLK55 R171 AMG Automatic Gearbox 722907 722.907 1712703700 WARRANTY

Listing details

The gearboxes are sold with a 90-day warranty! They were tested before removal and are in full working order.

Mercedes SLK55 R171 AMG Automatic Gearbox is a factory transmission unit from the Automatic gearboxes segment, designed for a sports roadster with a petrol engine. This used OEM component allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged gearbox, maintaining the performance characteristics intended by the manufacturer and proper tuning with the AMG engine.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1712709700
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1712709700
• Substitutable numbers: A1712709700, A 171 270 97 00, 1712703700, 171 270 37 00, 722907, 722.907
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Category: Automatic Transmission

Purpose and technical specifications

The described automatic gearbox has been designed to work with a petrol-powered engine, which is crucial for the correct selection of gear ratios, shifting characteristics, and thermal loads. The automatic design ensures smooth torque transfer, stable operation across the full RPM range, and proper behavior during dynamic acceleration, typical for AMG versions.

As an item from the Automatic gearboxes category, the component integrates a planetary gear set, a torque converter, and hydraulic and electronic controls, which enables precise management of gear changes in various driving modes.

Benefits of using an original AMG gearbox

Using an original automatic gearbox dedicated to the SLK55 R171 AMG allows for maintaining factory acceleration parameters, shift quality, and the gear-shifting characteristics intended by the manufacturer. This is particularly important in high-power vehicles, where drivetrain stability directly affects the durability of the entire powertrain.

The used OEM component is a solution that allows for reducing repair costs while maintaining compatibility with the factory control system, wiring harness, and vehicle software. This minimizes the risk of adaptation issues, communication errors, or improper automatic transmission operation after installation.

Selection, compatibility, and operational parameters

When selecting a gearbox for the SLK55 R171 AMG, it is crucial to match it to the fuel type and transmission type. In this case, we are dealing with an automatic gearbox intended for a petrol unit, which ensures compliance with the factory drivetrain specifications. Proper transmission selection reduces the risk of overloading internal components, excessive slippage, or oil overheating.

The automatic transmission design ensures comfortable gear shifting in city traffic and predictable behavior at higher speeds. A properly selected automatic unit contributes to correct cooperation with safety and comfort systems, such as traction control or driver assistance systems.

Condition, origin, and service application

The offered gearbox comes from the Mercedes brand and is a used item, which allows for economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original specification. This type of component is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged transmission and for comprehensive drivetrain rebuilding in a vehicle used on public roads.

Thanks to maintaining the factory configuration, the gearbox is suitable for use in professional service centers specializing in the Mercedes brand, as well as in independent workshops that carry out repairs in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines.

Selection support and additional materials

Before purchasing a used automatic transmission, it is worth familiarizing yourself with typical signs of wear, installation procedures, and adaptation recommendations. A detailed discussion of the differences between manual, automatic, and DSG gearboxes, as well as practical tips on purchasing a used component, can be found in the article: Gearbox: manual, automatic or DSG – typical faults and a guide to buying a used gearbox.

If you are interested in a broader context of using original, used components in cars of this brand, it is also worth reading the material: used parts for Mercedes from original dismantling, where the advantages of using factory elements in premium class vehicles are discussed.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the drivetrain area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as automatic transmissions, torque converters, or hydraulic control elements, check the available parts in the category Mercedes automatic gearboxes.