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Mercedes-Benz 280se Light Bulb Sizes
Complete bulb size reference for the Mercedes-Benz 280se from 1968 to 1980. Find headlight, fog light, turn signal, and brake light bulb sizes for every model year.
Every Mercedes-Benz 280se from 1968 to 1980 uses the same H5006 low beam bulb — once you confirm your year is within this range, you only need one part number.
Year Range
1968 – 1980
9 model yearsBulb Sizes Across Years
| Position | Bulb Type(s) | Years | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Side Marker | 3893(1968–1973) 7528(1978–1980) | 9 years | Changed |
| Turn Signal Front | 7528(1968–1980) | 9 years | Consistent |
| High Beam | H5001(1968–1980) | 9 years | Consistent |
| Low Beam | H5006(1968–1980) | 9 years | Consistent |
| Parking Light | 3893(1968–1973) 7528(1978–1980) | 9 years | Changed |
| Map Light | 3893(1978–1980) | 3 years | Consistent |
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Frequently Asked Questions
We have bulb size data for the Mercedes-Benz 280se from 1968 to 1980, covering 9 model years. Select your year below for a complete position-by-position bulb chart.
No, the Mercedes-Benz 280se has used the H5006 low beam bulb consistently across all 9 model years in our database. Any year in the 1968–1980 range uses the same bulb.
The Mercedes-Benz 280se uses a H5006 bulb for the low beam and a H5001 for the high beam. Select your year below for the exact fitment chart.
Yes. The Mercedes-Benz 280se uses a H5006 low beam, and direct-fit LED conversion kits for that size are widely available. LED upgrades typically produce 2–3× more light output than stock halogen and last 25,000+ hours. Look for a DOT-compliant kit with a proper beam cutoff pattern.
Select your model year from the list below. Each year page shows every bulb position — low beam, high beam, fog light, turn signal, and brake light — with the correct size and a link to buy it on Amazon.