Mercedes-Benz Unimog Books - History and Models (1/2)
A book on Mercedes-Benz Unimog trucks? Explore here illustrated books on the history, types and construction of Mercedes-Benz trucks (1/2).
Unimog - Vom Böhringer zum Unimog S
Developed in the post-war period as a universal motor device for agricultural applications, the Unimog is today a vehicle that is considered the best all-wheel drive truck in 160 countries and the epitome of reliability and a wide range of possible applications.
In this book, Wolfgang Westerwelle presents the early Unimogs, which were manufactured from 1948 - at that time still by the Boehringer company - up to the Unimog S or 404 in 1980 - now by Daimler-Benz. Fans of this universal vehicle are offered unique pictures, detailed reports and brochures of this cult truck in a special class.
Why did the pioneers of the US Army use the German Unimog? How was it possible to build the Unimog in Argentina? Who knows that there was a Unimog with an electric drive 20 years ago? The technical achievement in the development of the Unimog - records, unknowns, extremes and curiosities are presented. Dare to take a journey through the special features and secrets from the history of the all-rounder. Experience 101 aha moments about the Unimog in an informative and entertaining way.
The original brochures presented here show the Universal-Motorgerät as a system tractor, tractor or equipment carrier in numerous areas of application. A treasure trove for fans of the Unimog, which was first produced in 1946 and is still built today.
The "Universal-Motorgerät" was mass-produced from 1948. Over 80 years later, Unimog specialist Carl-Heinz Vogler is tracing the vehicles that were so popular with fire departments and other services during all this time. Even the connoisseur will learn a lot about the history, types and technology of the "service Unimog". The handbook for all Unimogs that are on hand when there is an emergency: rescue and emergency vehicles for fire departments, armed forces, police, etc.
Immerse yourself in the history of the legendary commercial vehicle that has been in use all over the world for decades. Learn more about the development of the Unimog from its beginnings to today and discover its many different uses, from agriculture to the military and many other areas.
The book offers detailed descriptions of the various Unimog models as well as information on technology and construction. Learn more about its impressive off-road capabilities and its numerous customization options for different purposes.
Information
Author:
Carl-Heinz Vogler
Details:
168 pages, 26.5 x 23 x 1.7 cm / 10.4 x 9.1 x 0.67 in, hardback
The legendary Unimog has been built at Mercedes-Benz for more than 60 years and there is no end in sight. Based on the Unimog, Mercedes-Benz developed the MB-trac, a powerful tractor that rolled off the same production line as the Unimog from 1972 to 1991. The book presents a complete chronicle with all models, interesting technology and illustrations, some of which are being published for the first time.
Unimog - Internationale Feuerwehrfahrzeuge (Typenkompass)
This volume by the well-known fire service specialist Wolfgang Jendsch is dedicated to the diverse forms of the Unimog in service with international rescue and emergency services. In this new publication, Jendsch presents typical and technically particularly interesting fire service vehicles based on the Unimog - a representative overview of older and modern "Mogs" as they are currently still in service around the globe.
For each type covered, this Typenkompass book contains a photo, a historical description and technical data.
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