Mercedes-Benz Trucks · Extreme Duty
Unimog
The legendary off-road vehicle – portal axles, 1.2 m wading depth and 100% gradient capability.
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The Mercedes-Benz Unimog (high-mobility off-road U 4023 / U 5023) is the most legendary off-road vehicle in the world. With portal axles, a welded cranked frame (up to 600 mm diagonal twist), 1.2 m wading depth and 100% gradeability, it conquers any terrain. The OM 934 four-cylinder diesel delivers 170 kW (231 PS) and 900 Nm of torque at low engine speeds. The 8-speed EPS manual gearbox with off-road reduction offers very short creep gears. Fields of use: fire service (TLF, LF), THW, disaster relief, expedition vehicles for overlanding as far as Patagonia. A double cab for troop transport and special superstructures of all kinds are available.
Specifications
| Engine | OM 934 inline four-cylinder diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,1 l |
| Power | 170 kW (231 PS) |
| Torque | 900 Nm |
| Emission standard | Euro VIe |
| Transmission | 8-speed EPS with off-road group and creep gears |
| Wading depth | 1.20 m |
| Gradeability | up to 100 % |
| Axle articulation | up to 30° |
| Frame | cranked welded frame, up to 600 mm torsion |
| Axles | Portal axles for high ground clearance |
| Variants | U 4023, U 5023 (standard and double cab) |
| permissible gross vehicle weight | 7.5–14.5 t (depending on variant) |
| Areas of Use | Firefighting, THW, Civil Protection, Expedition |
| Production | Mercedes-Benz plant Wörth (final assembly Molsheim) |
Highlights
- Portal axles for extreme ground clearance and a low vehicle center of gravity
- Cranked frame with up to 600 mm diagonal torsion – unique
- Wading depth 1.2 m – crosses rivers and flood roads
- Climbing ability of up to 100% masters extreme off-road sections
- 8-speed EPS transmission with off-road reduction gear and crawl gears
- Standard cab and double cab – flexible deployment configuration
- Unlimited body variety: fire truck, mower, expedition, mountain rescue