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Unimog Chassis Specs
Safari Expedition Vehicle #72
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2005 Unimog U-500
4,500 Miles (Delivery & Show Miles)
**Remaining of Factory Warranty – Warranty started in February 2008
UNIMOG CHASSIS
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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
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Wheelbase
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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
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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”
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Brakes
- Dual circuit air brake system
- Four-wheel antilock system
- Antilock brake system with mud & snow switch
- Air dryer
- All wheel air disc brakes
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Lights
- Headlights
- Additional side indicators
- Clearance lamps
- Rear lights: clearance, blinker, tail lights, reflector backup lights
- Lights on entrance steps
Accessories
Rust Protection
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