Mercedes Vito W447 Rear Tailgate Boot Trunk Lid Arctic White - 9147

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mercedes Vito W447 Rear Tailgate Boot Trunk Lid Arctic White is an original body component from the Tailgates and rear lids category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. This used tailgate ensures a factory fit, maintaining the construction and geometry specified by the manufacturer, Mercedes. By retaining its original structure, it provides a solid foundation for post-accident repairs or the replacement of worn-out rear body components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A4477403600-ARW
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A4477403600
• Substitutable numbers: A4477403600, A 447 740 36 00
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Arctic White - 9147
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the tailgate

The described tailgate is a rear body component responsible for closing the cargo area and integrating with the rear window. Mounted in the rear area of the vehicle, it operates on a vertical axis, providing convenient access to the luggage compartment while ensuring the necessary rigidity of the vehicle's body structure.

This component is essential for both passive safety and body sealing – a properly fitted tailgate limits the ingress of water, dust, and noise into the vehicle interior. Its original Mercedes origin facilitates the maintenance of correct assembly gaps and compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and hardware.

Color and preparation for further work

The tailgate is finished in Arctic White - 9147, which allows for matching a vehicle in the same color or using it as a base for a full repaint in a different shade. For body and paint shops, this means the ability to optimize the repair process – the component can be pre-fitted, gaps can be adjusted, and only then can it be prepared for the final surface finish.

In the case of refurbishing commercial vehicles, such as the Mercedes Vito, using an original tailgate in the correct color facilitates the maintenance of consistent fleet aesthetics and reduces vehicle downtime at the service center.

Benefits of using an original tailgate

Using a factory tailgate for the Mercedes Vito offers a range of practical technical benefits:

• preservation of the factory body geometry in the rear section of the vehicle,
• compatibility with original hinge and lock mounting points,
• easier adjustment of gaps and alignment relative to the fenders and bumper,
• possibility of reusing existing hardware if it is in good condition (e.g., seals, interior trim elements),
• reduction of the need for additional bodywork modifications.

For commercial vehicle users, it is important that the original tailgate helps maintain the proper sealing of the cargo area, which is significant when transporting goods sensitive to moisture or dirt.

Application in body repairs and upgrades

The presented tailgate is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged component after a collision and for vehicle upgrades – for example, during comprehensive body restoration or converting the vehicle for specific fleet applications. The used nature of the part allows for cost optimization of repairs while maintaining the original construction and fit to the Mercedes body.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, panels, or other lids, check the available parts in the Mercedes Tailgates and rear lids category.

Technical support and additional knowledge

When working on the rear section of the body, systems responsible for vehicle comfort, including cargo area heating and ventilation, are often serviced in parallel. In such cases, a guide article on the selection and operation of components responsible for thermal comfort may be helpful – Air conditioning and heating – part selection and maintenance for year-round comfort. This makes it easier to plan the full scope of service work during a single workshop visit.