Mercedes R172 SLC 43 AMG Automatic Gearbox 725018 725.018 A1722708800 WARRANTY

Listing details

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

Mercedes R172 SLC 43 AMG Automatic Gearbox is a factory-original drivetrain component from the Automatic gearboxes category, designed for the Mercedes SLC-class sports roadster. This used automatic transmission allows for maintaining the original AMG drivetrain characteristics, ensuring smooth gear shifts and consistency with the vehicle's factory configuration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A7252704512
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A7252704512
• Substitutable numbers: A7252704512, A 725 270 45 12, A1722708800, A 172 270 88 00
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Category: Automatic Transmission

Technical characteristics and intended use

The offered gearbox belongs to the Automatic gearboxes group and has been designed specifically for the dynamic versions of the Mercedes R172 SLC 43 AMG family. The automatic construction ensures precise torque management, optimized for AMG power units and their sporty character.

As an original Mercedes component, the transmission is prepared to work with factory control systems, which facilitates integration with the vehicle's electronics, drivetrain, and safety systems. This ensures consistent drivetrain performance, which is essential both for daily use and more demanding driving conditions.

Application in the AMG drivetrain

The automatic gearbox in the SLC 43 AMG model is responsible for:

• automatic gear shifting adapted to the driving mode and engine load,
• efficient power transfer to the drivetrain while maintaining comfort,
• cooperation with traction control and electronic stability systems,
• maintaining the throttle response and acceleration dynamics characteristic of AMG.

By maintaining the original specification, installing this gearbox in a Mercedes SLC 43 AMG allows for the restoration of factory drivetrain performance parameters without the need for structural modifications or the adaptation of components of uncertain origin.

Benefits of choosing a used Mercedes automatic gearbox

Choosing a used automatic gearbox for a Mercedes AMG series vehicle is a solution that allows you to combine cost control with the preservation of the manufacturer's original technology. This type of transmission:

• maintains factory fitment for the specific model and engine version,
• reduces the risk of compatibility issues with controllers and software,
• allows for an economical repair of the drivetrain while maintaining a high-quality component.

To better understand the specifics of such solutions, selection procedures based on OEM numbers, and real cost differences, it is worth reading our expert guide Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths, which discusses the practical aspects of purchasing used drivetrain components in detail.

Professional selection and installation aspects

When selecting this automatic gearbox for a Mercedes R172 SLC 43 AMG, it is crucial to verify compatibility with the vehicle's configuration, particularly regarding the transmission type, drivetrain version, and the control system used. A properly selected gearbox allows for installation using factory mounting points and cooperation with the existing wiring harness and control modules.

In practice, this means shorter workshop time, reduced need for adaptations, and predictable vehicle behavior after repair. For a comparison of costs and quality between new and used OEM parts, the guide New or used? A comparison of costs and quality of car parts, which describes the differences in operation and cost-effectiveness of such solutions, may also be helpful.

Mercedes automatic gearboxes – expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the drivetrain area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as a torque converter, control elements, or additional transmission sub-assemblies, check out the available parts in the Mercedes automatic gearboxes category.