The Mercedes-Benz Unimog

The Mercedes-Benz Unimog
Getting through where others give up
The Unimog Concept
Where even four-wheel drive trucks reach their limits and tractors can’t go any further, a totally different
kind of work and tractor vehicle has to take over: the Unimog. It embodies the meaning of versatility
and viability on four wheels. The Mercedes-Benz Unimog is a vehicle in a league of its own. It provides
solutions which no other vehicle worldwide can offer. The Unimog is much more versatile than any other
with its attachment and mounting areas at the front, middle and rear. It is also much more at home on
­off-road terrain than any other vehicle, and can drive at fast speeds on roads as a transporter. The Unimog
is an uncompromising professional for uncompromising professionals. Superior in every situation and
over any terrain.
Contents:
Introduction
Chassis Expertise
System and ImplementCarrying Expertise
Easy to Operate and Ergonomic
Economic Efficiency and Environment
Worldwide Service
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30,000 Metres of Snow and Ice
The Unimog U 20 with snowplough and gritter combination – cold and calculating against the elements.
With 1.4 m3 damp salt and a clearing width of 2.5 m, the U 20 quickly manages to give the go-ahead.
2,000 Standing Obstacles
The Unimog U 20 with verge mower, delineator post detector and trimmer ­combination.
­Delineator posts are no obstacle for the U 20 when mowing verges. It drives and works
quickly, without interruption.
1,000 Tonnes Trailer Load
The Unimog U 400 as a road-railer with torque converter and shunting equipment.
As strong as a shunting engine, but much more cost-effective. And more versatile.
After shunting, the road-railer Unimog simply drives by road to its next job.
365 Days of High Tension
The Unimog U 500 with insulated aerial platform. With a working height of up to 20 m and
insulated up to 69,000 V, the Unimog makes sure that the current flows, even off the beaten
track in difficult terrain.
280 Square Kilometres of Forest Fire
The Unimog as a highly mobile spearhead vehicle for fighting forest fires. Even the greatest heat doesn’t make it sweat.
With up to 6,000 litres cubic capacity, the Unimog extinguishes the fire in the making.
7 Metre High Floods
The Unimog U 5000 with air-intake pipes installed high up and fording ability
up to 1.20 m. In any elements, in its element: the Unimog makes sure that no
relief operation gets wet feet.
Undaunted
The Unimog is not only different from all the others, it is also simply better. There is hardly a
­conceivable situation where a Unimog cannot be used successfully – and this has been proved
for decades. For a multitude of jobs and requirements, you have three Unimog model ranges
to choose from:
As a universal implement carrier, the Unimog U 20
from 7.5 to 9.3 t max. weight is perfect for all the needs
of a municipal maintenance yard. It costs no more than
an ­up-market municipal tractor, has all the advantages
of a four-wheel drive truck and the power reserves of a
­genuine Unimog.
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As a professional implement carrier over 7.5 t max.
weight, the Unimog U 300/U 400/U 500 provides
­unparalleled top performance. Especially for professionals
who want to combine peak performance with economic
­efficiency the whole year round.
With its unique off-road capabilities the Unimog
U 4000/U 5000 beats every rival hollow. Its outstanding
features make sure of that: its flexible l­ adder-type
frame for great rigidity on the road and great torsional
flexibility off-road; its superior four-wheel drive concept
with ­differential locks in both axles as well as portal
axles for high ground clearance.
For over 60 Years –
the Mercedes-Benz Unimog
The drive concept of the very first Unimog was based on an ambitious
idea: to redefine operational capability on four wheels. From the idea
came worldwide success. For over 60 years, Unimog has been combining toughness with absolute reliability, a long life span and economic
efficiency. Even today with over 370,000 Unimog built, its basic idea
is right up-to-date. Day after day it proves this worldwide. Often under
very difficult climatic and topographic conditions. Whether as a highly
versatile implement-carrier with exchangeable implements or in the
­extreme off-road version for getting to worksites inaccessible to other
vehicles. Often copied but never achieved, the Unimog is and will
­remain unique in the sum of its attributes.
1948
A unique success story starts to unfold.
The first Unimog of the model range
70200 (Boehringer) is produced.
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1953
First time with Mercedes.
The Unimog U 25
from model range 401.
1962
The Unimog family expands to
include a more powerful version
with the new model range 406.
1966
The 100,000th Unimog rolls off the line.
The newly developed 421 model range
is born.
1988
The Unimog programme is completely
revamped. The new semi-heavy model
range 427 with its striking cab goes into
production.
1992
With the Unimog U 90 a lighter product
range 408 is introduced. The channel in
the front ensures the best view of frontattached implements.
2000
Launch of model range 405. The new
Unimog generation U 300/U 400/U 500
as professional implement carriers.
2002
Relocation of the Unimog plant to the
Wörth works. Launch of the extreme
off-roader U
­ nimog U 3000/U 4000/U 5000,
model range 437.
2008
The compact Unimog U 20 expands the Unimog
­programme in the lower performance sector as
universal implement carrier from 7.5 t to 9.3 t max.
weight. A first: the forward-control cab.
Where there is a Unimog, there is also a way
Chassis Expertise
Go off the road, accelerate and you’ll find. Where others get wheelspin, the
Unimog really gets going. It takes crews, material and heavy equipment fast
and safely to the worksite. Over hill and dale, up extreme climbs and slopes,
through water, snow and mud. Its outstanding off-road capabilities are not
without good reason. They are part of a chassis expertise which is unmatched
worldwide.
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Dynamic performance over any terrain. Profit from a
chassis expertise no other manufacturer worldwide has
on offer; which gives your operational strength a totally
new dimension. Because no matter whether deep snow
or floods, mud or scree –the Unimog gets you to your
destination without any detours. Thanks to its unusually
high ground clearance, favourable angles of approach and
departure, extreme stability, superior climbing ability,
excellent traction and up to 16 forward gears and eight
­reverse gears. Plus a top speed of up to 90 km/h on paved
roads. More vehicle dynamics are not possible.
Four-wheel drive. The Unimog has a four-wheel drive that
is unmatched by any other. And this is how it works: on
the one hand, engageable differential locks ensure low
slip and highest traction in both axles; on the other hand,
its axle suspension with its coil springs makes it possible
to keep all four wheels firmly on the ground. In addition,
its flexible ladder-type frame with tubular cross-members
gives enormous rigidity on roads and torsional flexibility
off-road. But it gets even better. Due to the double threepoint mounting of sensitive units and bodies, the Unimog
frame can twist when off-road without putting any strain
on either units or bodies.
Uncompromising four-wheel drive with differential locks – so you can go anywhere
1. Wheel-hub drive
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2. Centre of wheel
3. Centre of axle
Ramp angle
Angle of approach and departure
Portal axles. Thanks to the portal axles, the axle ­housing
tube and thrust tube are situated higher than the c­entre
of the wheel. The effect: you win with the Unimog’s
­extremely high ground clearance and can drive easily
over obstacles up to 50 cm high.
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Slope climbing
ability
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Tipping angle
Fording depth
Portal axles combined with large volume tyres give very
high ground clearance
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Gradients of 100 %, water depths up to 1.20 m: child’s play for the Unimog
Less air, more traction: at the touch of a button with Tirecontrol,
the tyre pressure regulation system
Tyre pressure regulation system (Tirecontrol). Always
the right tyre pressure. A further plus when driving
over challenging or soft terrain: Tirecontrol, the optional
­system for adjusting tyre pressures quickly and flexibly
to suit changing surface conditions while on the move.
The air pressure is lowered at the touch of a button to
increase the tyre contact area, thus preventing it from
sinking into soft ground and so increasing traction.
Single tyres. Unlike normal four-wheel drive trucks with
twin tyres at the rear, the Unimog has four single tyres.
The rear wheels always run in the compressed tracks
created by the front wheels. The advantage: lower rolling
resistance and more traction through interlocking of the
tyre profiles.
Fording ability up to a water depth of 1.20 m. Transmission and axles stay dry. No seepage of water or fine sand
Chassis Expertise
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Versatile like no other
System and ImplementCarrying Expertise
Mowing with three mowers simultaneously in the summer, and clearing roads
of snow and ice with a snowcutter or snowplough and gritter in the winter –
only the Unimog can manage that. Thanks to its unique implement-carrying
expertise the Unimog is highly economical. With up to four implement/body
mounting points it can c­ omplete tasks throughout the whole year, which are
just not ­possible with any other vehicle. You even get a choice between
three model ranges, too. That means you get a vehicle that is perfectly tailormade for your particular requirements. And due to the many decades of
cooperation ­between Mercedes-Benz and implement/body manufacturers,
expert knowledge and 60 years experience in development can be combined
to produce your Unimog. Advantages you can feel, metre after metre.
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The Unimog U 4000 with self-protection system fights a forest fire
The Unimog U 500 with insulated aerial platform at work in the energy sector
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The Unimog U 20 with tandem trailer for various transport operations
The Unimog U 500 with a snowthrower clearing a pass
Up to four attachment/mounting areas: no implement carrier is more versatile than the Unimog
Implement-carrying expertise. Ready to face any ­challenge.
From winter services to rescue operations – with the
­Unimog implement-carrying concept you are more
­mobile than with any other vehicle. Just one example:
up to four attachment and mounting areas with integrated,
standardised interfaces for implement control and operation. This means you can cope with several jobs on one
trip – by exchanging implements quickly. And you have
an unimpeded view of all implements and equipment,
a ­control panel (with intuitive operation) in the central
console for driving and working, electro-pneumatic gear
shift (EPS), synchronised quick-reverse EQR and as an
Full speed ahead – with PTO and high-performance hydraulics
o­ ption AutomaticShift transmission for clutch-free
driving and working. Unimog gets off to a flying start
with driving and operating comfort.
System expertise. One-stop-shopping. The ­intensive
­partnership between Mercedes-Benz and body
­manufacturers means you get only components and
drive modules, vehicle interfaces, attachments and­
bodies that have been tested precisely and adjusted
perfectly to each other. And whether you need
advice, service or financing, you get it all with one-stopshopping from your Unimog Partner.
Everything at a glance: the Unimog control panel in the central console
System and Implement-Carrying Expertise
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Be relaxed, even when it gets exciting
Easy to Operate and
­Ergonomic
Save space outside and create space inside: the Unimog’s
­innovative cab concept reconciles apparent ­opposites.
In all three model ranges, in all three cab versions. The
result: a ­modern work place providing sufficient space to
move and ­comfort for a long working day. That keeps you
healthy and gives you a comfortable working atmosphere.
Please take a seat.
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Taking the strain off the driver. Pleasant working,
thanks to shock-mounted cab made of corrosion-resistant,
sound-and-heat-insulating fibre composite material.
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Ergonomic. Whether driving or operating implements, all
control elements are arranged clearly on the multifunction
display and the central console.
Quick-change steering VarioPilot®. With one quick and
easy movement, the steering column together with instruments and pedals can be moved from left to right. This
means you always have the best possible view of the work
area and work comfortably, even in one-man operation.
The forward-control cab of the U 20. A compact cab with optimised space
The panoramic cab of the Unimog U 300/U 400/U 500: deep windscreen,
The short-bonnet cab of the Unimog U 4000/U 5000: robust steel shell cab,
and room for a crew of 3
deep side windows and a large rear window
also available as crew cab for six
Easy to Operate and Ergonomic
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Leaving not only the competition, but also your costs behind
Economic Efficiency and
the Environment
The heart of the Unimog – its modern Euro 5 engines.
They combine efficient power p­ erformance with low fuel
consumption as well as ­environmental sustainability. This
means of course that you can drive in all environmentally
sensitive city zones which are closed to other trucks. The
Unimog’s strength comes from its up to 210 kW. And here
you have the choice between a driving and a working mode,
­depending on the job. Also pioneering: BlueTec®. With the
new SCR diesel technology from Mercedes-Benz you can not
only optimise your fuel consumption, you also reduce vehicle
emissions and fulfil the European emission standards Euro 5.
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Uncompromisingly Clean with Euro 5
Nitrogen oxide (NO2)
Carbon monoxide (CO)
Hydrocarbon (HC)
Solids (PM)
Maximum performance, minimal emissions, reduced fuel use – thanks to Mercedes-Benz SCR diesel technology
Compact: the additional AdBlue tank which holds 25 l with the U 20
Reliability. Direct injection, three-valve technology, turbo­
charger, intercooler, steep torque curve, constant output
over a wide rpm range and high power reserves. With the
low-maintenance Euro 5 engines you have state-of-the-art
technology and are perfectly equipped to deal with
a ­multitude of jobs. Performance potential from 110 kW
(150 hp) to 210 kW (286 hp).
Always ready. Even at 30 degrees below zero, thanks to its
heat-insulating fibre composite material, more ­powerful
batteries for better braking, engine block and fuel preheating, and windscreen heating.
Engine control. At the touch of a button the right engine
feature. In the driving mode on roads or for transporting
loads you benefit from its flexible torque. The working
mode ensures minimal rpm speed deviations when operating implements or driving off-road, even with fluctuating
loads.
Ready for the future. More performance, lower emissions
and lower fuel consumption: with the Unimog, the future
can come.
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Always Close By
Worldwide Service from Mercedes-Benz
Where there is a Unimog on the road, then we are not far away. Thanks to more than
1,000 ­service ­stations worldwide, your Unimog Partner is easy to reach when you need
him. With vehicle ­maintenance and other services which are just as reliable, flexible
and ­progressive as the Mercedes-Benz Unimog ­itself. From our fast spare-parts service
to repairs and maintenance up to a made-to-measure financing or leasing offer. And
not just for your Unimog itself, but also for a whole range of bodies and implements.
You can rely on us.
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