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Expedition Vehicles Unimog

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Unimog Chassis Specs
Safari Expedition Vehicle #72


2005 Unimog U-500

4,500 Miles (Delivery & Show Miles)
**Remaining of Factory Warranty – Warranty started in February 2008

UNIMOG CHASSIS

Engine

  • Mercedes-Benz 6-cyl., 6.4 litre, diesel engine water cooled, turbo charged, intercooled
  • Air compressor – spur gear driven, water-cooled, 15.5cfm displacement
  • 2-step exhaust brake, throttle in manifold, compression brake in cylinder head
  • Fuel pre-warmer and water separator
  • Coldstart ability, down to -22 degrees F (-30 degrees C)
  • Grid heater at air intake


Wheelbase

  • 154” (3,900 mm)
Transmission

  • Fully synchronized transmission, 8 forward, 6 reverse gears
  • Additional gearbox with Working Gear range (i=5.76)
  • Permanent all-wheel drive with inter-axle differential lock
  • Telligent Shifting, Electronic Pneumatic Shifting (EPS) with Electronic Quick Reverse (EQR)
  • Cruise control
Portal Axles

  • Coil Springs, Telescopic Shock Absorbers, Stabilizers front & rear
  • Differential Lock at Rear Axle
  • Differential Lock at Front Axle
  • Front Axle Clearance = 21”
  • Rear Axle Clearance = 22”

Brakes

  • Dual circuit air brake system
  • Four-wheel antilock system
  • Antilock brake system with mud & snow switch
  • Air dryer
  • All wheel air disc brakes
Cab

  • Compound fiberglass cab – corrosion free
  • Flat cab floor
  • Storage compartments: large compartment under dash
  • Bottle and cup holder integrated into door molding
  • Ceiling console with AM/FM & Satellite Radio, CD, and Ipod connection
  • A/C and heater with multi-speed fan, dust filter & air re-circulation
  • Interior lighting with reading light for driver & passenger
  • Cab suspension with shock absorbers
  • 3 coat hooks
  • Adjustable head rests (on seats)
  • Ergonomic center console, controls centrally arranged & installation provisions for CB radio
  • Multi-layered, tinted panorama windshields & large door windows for excellent visibility
  • Windshield wipers with 3 settings, windshield washer
  • 3 sun visors
  • Wide angle convex mirror
  • Right hand down view mirror
  • Additional heater with engine pre-heating

Drive

  • Differential locks on rear axle, electric-pneumatic engagement while in motion
  • Progressive helical springs
  • Power steering
Chassis

  • Front towing jaw with pin
  • Fuel Capacity = 60 gallon main + 47 gallon auxillary
  • Anti-clip steps with handle for windshield cleaning
  • High mounted air-intake pipe
  • Non-corrosive fenders
  • Radiator protection

Electrical-Systems

  • Rear trailer socket SAE J560, 12v, 7 pins
  • Exterior mirrors heated, electrically adjustable
  • Vehicle electrical system, 12 / 24v
  • Centrally located electronic control box, protected inside cab
  • Battery main switch at battery box
  • 12v/25a power outlet in cab
  • Jump start studs, 12 Volt

Instruments

  • Electric controls located in center console
  • Multi-function switches on steering column
  • Right Hand: hand throttle, cruise control, speed limiter & exhaust brake
  • Left Hand: headlight beams, blinker, windshield wash/wipers, horn
  • Large instrument panel LCD displays and gauges for:Selectable speedometer (Miles or Kilometers)
  • Tachometer
  • Air system pressure indicator for 1st and 2nd circuit
  • Engine coolant temperature indicator
  • Fuel lever indicator
  • Hydraulic oil temperature indicator
  • Differential locks indicator
  • Ambient temperature indicator
  • Brake pad wear indicator
  • Clutch fluid level indicator
  • Coolant level indicator
  • Steering fluid level indicator
  • Air filter restriction indicator
  • Engine oil level indicator
  • Transmission gear – indicator
  • Hour meter
  • Trip mileage odometer (Miles or Kilometers)
  • Clock
Lights

  • Headlights
  • Additional side indicators
  • Clearance lamps
  • Rear lights: clearance, blinker, tail lights, reflector backup lights
  • Lights on entrance steps

Accessories

  • Onboard tools

Rust Protection

  • Under coating (Dinol)
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