If I have US$380,000, this is the vehicle I’m going to buy. It’s a fully equipped expedition vehicle based on the immensely capable Mercedes Unimog U500 that will put a Humvee to shame. At a flick of a lever, you can switch the driver’s controls from the left to the right and vice versa. The 4 wheels sit on portal axles which gives it an approach and departure angle of 45 degrees and a ramp over angle of 38 degrees. It will also be able to ford depths of up to 1.2m and drive up 100% gradients. The central tyre pressure system that be be controlled from the cockpit to give maximum traction depending on the terrain. Compared to a rival Unicat, this is considered something of a bargain. And seeing as it’s a home away from home, you know what they say, location is everything. Hit the videos to see why I’m crazy over this vehicle.
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Saddleback Briefcase « Best Value Motoring // November 26, 2009 at 11:29 am |
[...] This would go so well with my Unimog. [...]