Mercedes-Benz Unimog: Illustrated History Books & Guides

Unimog - Alle Typen, alle Modelle, alle Daten seit 1946

The Unimog was developed after World War II as a universal motorized tool for agriculture. Today, it is considered one of the best all-wheel-drive trucks in many countries and is known for its reliability and versatility.

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Peter Schneider, a recognized Unimog expert, presents a detailed typology in this book. More than 300 tables document all models, designs, and variants of the Unimog from 1946 to the present.
The book provides a comprehensive account of the Unimog's history, carefully revised and expanded. It is complemented by numerous new images.

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Author:	Peter Schneider
Details:	440 pages, 10.4 x 9.1 in (26.5 x 23 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	600 b&w and color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2021)
ISBN:	9783613043732

Unimog & MB-trac - Die Chronik

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.

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Author:	Rudi Heppe
Details:	144 pages, 11 x 8.25 in (28 x 21 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	320 b&w and color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Verlag Podszun (D, 2001)
ISBN:	9783861332756

Unimog (2) - seit 1974 (Typenkompass)

This volume provides a chronological overview of the Mercedes-Benz Unimog models produced between 1974 and 2012. It covers, among others, the series 424, 425, 435, 405, 407, 408, 409, 417, 418, 427, 437, and 437.4.
The type guide presents each Unimog with a photograph, a brief historical description, and key technical specifications.

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Author:	Peter Schneider
Details:	128 pages, 8.1 x 5.5 in (20.5 x 14 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	1 b&w and 126 color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2012)
Series:	Typenkompass
ISBN:	9783613034518

Unimog - Vom Böhringer zum Unimog S

The Unimog was developed after World War II as a versatile motor device for agriculture and is now regarded in 160 countries as a reliable all-wheel-drive truck with many applications.

In this book, Wolfgang Westerwelle focuses on the early Unimogs, produced from 1948 by Boehringer and up to the Unimog S/404 in 1980 under Daimler-Benz.

Fans of this iconic vehicle will find unique photographs, detailed reports, and brochures of the legendary all-wheel-drive truck.

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Author:	Wolfgang Westerwelle
Details:	96 pages, 8.7 x 9 in (22 x 24 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	120 b&w and color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2020)
ISBN:	9783613042896

Unimog - Die Baureihen 406 / 416 (1963-1989)

The Unimog phenomenon is largely based on the 406 and 416 series. Introduced in 1963, these models brought the Unimog international recognition and became the most successful and widely produced series in the Unimog line.
With numerous modifications, they were built until 1989, making the Unimog a truly versatile vehicle, with around 3.600 attachments available today.

Alexander J. Kraus has long studied the Unimog. In this book, he presents the history of these series, including extensive technical data, attention to special details, and rich illustrations.

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Author:	Alexander J. Kraus
Details:	184 pages, 10.4 x 9.1 in (26.5 x 23 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	300 b&w and color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2023)
ISBN:	9783613045491

101 Dinge, die man über Unimog wissen muss

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.

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Author:	Carl-Heinz Vogler
Details:	192 pages, 7.3 x 4.7 in (18.5 x 12 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	120 b&w and color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	GeraMond Verlag (D, 2019)
ISBN:	9783964530578

Das neue Unimog Prospekte Buch

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.

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Author:	Wolfgang Wagner
Details:	128 pages, 11 x 8.25 in (28 x 21 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	128 b&w and color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Verlag Podszun (D, 2007)
ISBN:	9783861334583

Typenatlas Unimog 1946 bis 2021

This Typenatlas offers you a complete overview of the development and production of all Unimogs from 1946 to 2021. The range of vehicles extends from the original Unimog to the latest developments.
Over 200 partly historical photos as well as extensive graphics and technical data make this volume a real treasure trove for every Unimog fan!

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Author:	Carl-Heinz Vogler
Details:	192 pages, 9.25 x 6.5 in (23.5 x 16.5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	250 b&w and color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	GeraMond Verlag (D, 2021)
ISBN:	9783964532473

Unimog - Die Baureihen 425, 435, 424, 427, 437, 405, 437.4

For over 50 years, the distinctive, angular cab has shaped the appearance of the heavy Unimog series. While the basic shape of the cab has remained largely unchanged, the chassis and vehicle technology have undergone significant transformations over the past five decades.
The heavy Unimog models are ideal for demanding tasks in agriculture and forestry and are frequently used by the military, fire departments, and disaster relief organizations.

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Alexander J. Kraus has been deeply involved with the Unimog for years and has now thoroughly documented the history of this heavy series. His book offers detailed technical data, attention on special features, and rich illustrations.

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Author:	Alexander J. Kraus
Details:	240 pages, 10.6 x 9.25 x 0.79 in (27 x 23.5 x 2 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	285 b&w and color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2024)
ISBN:	9783613046511

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.

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For each type covered, this Typenkompass book contains a photo, a historical description and technical data.

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Author:	Wolfgang Jendsch
Details:	128 pages, 8.1 x 5.5 in (20.5 x 14 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	4 b&w and 111 color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2012)
Series:	Typenkompass
ISBN:	9783613034044

Unimog im Einsatz

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.

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Author:	Carl-Heinz Vogler
Details:	168 pages, 10.4 x 9.1 x 0.67 in (26.5 x 23 x 1.7 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	190 b&w and color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	GeraMond Verlag (D, 2023)
ISBN:	9783964536440