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Old 12-11-07, 11:14 PM
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Default ULTIMATE SUV: Mercedes Unimog U500 Black Edition by BRABUS

Mercedes Unimog U500 Black Edition by BRABUS









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New exclusive off-roader for day-to-day driving, recreation and sport

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Unimog U 500 Black Edition to be presented at the Dubai Motor Show

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Ultimate off-road performance with a luxurious interior

At the beginning of December 2005 DaimlerChrysler presented the new Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 500 Black Edition, which has been additionally upgraded by Brabus the tuning company, at the Dubai Motor Show. The new Unimog U 500 Black Edition is tailored to meet the wishes of customers in the Gulf region: outstanding off-road capabilities combined with refined elegance both inside and out. The Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 500 Black Edition aims to make the concept of an outstanding all-terrain capability and solidity accessible to a discerning private target group, creating an interesting and spectacular addition and alternative in the off-roader market.

The new Mercedes-Benz Unimog Black Edition is a combination of a day-to-day, recreational and utility vehicle based on the Unimog U 500. Cooperation with Brabus the tuning company in Bottrop has created a recreational vehicle for individualists, with a striking appearance which sets it apart from other on-road or off-road vehicles. The high, truck-like seating position provides the driver with excellent all-round visibility. Thanks to power steering and compact dimensions, the Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 500 Black Edition is as manoeuvrable as a medium-sized passenger car.

Both the exterior and interior of the exclusive Unimog Black Edition have been completely revised. Its elegant silhouette is characterised by both a platform with integral side panels and a newly designed bumper. The robust roll-over bar of polished stainless steel and upswept chrome exhaust pipes accentuate the sporty appearance.

The vehicle interior has been customised by Brabus and includes 16 features in real carbon (e.g. instrument cluster, centre console, door and grab handles). The roof and the A/B-pillars are lined in Alcantara leather, while the sports-style seats are upholstered in the finest mastic leather and the footwells are carpeted in soft velour. The colour scheme is deep black, in line with the model name. With a black leather steering wheel and sporty aluminium pedals, the driver of the Unimog Black Edition has the vehicle firmly under control. Technical highlights include the COMAND system from the S-Class, with a 6.5" screen, DVD navigation, CD changer and a specially developed compass function. A comfortable interior atmosphere is ensured by two separately controlled air conditioning systems, tinted glass all-round and a first-class sound system.


The Unimog generates an output of 205 kW/ 280 hp from an engine displacement of 6.4 l, developing a torque of 1100 Nm. A high final-drive ratio enables speeds of over 120 km/h to be achieved. With a gross vehicle weight of 11.99 tonnes, the Mercedes-Benz Unimog Black Edition has a payload of around 4.3 t and is fitted with tyres in size 455/70 R24. The standard portal axles in conjunction with the in-cab-operated tyre pressure control system and the rear-mounted cable winch make this premium Unimog an extra-special off-roader which knows practically no limits. The EAS transmission allows the gears to be shifted manually or in automatic mode, just as the driver prefers. Switching between the two modes is possible at any time.

The Mercedes-Benz Unimog U 500 Black Edition offers the well-known off-road capability of the Unimog, a high payload for all manner of sports equipment and a high towing capacity. This makes it suitable for a wide range of applications: in addition to day-to-day use in the city this Unimog is ideal for excursions to rough mountain areas, remote ski slopes or hot desert regions. And soon afterwards the same vehicle can be used as a towing unit to transport a yacht to the coast or carry boating and diving equipment. These many applications fully reflect the versatility for which the Unimog is famous.

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what? no wheels for train tracks?

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if that doesnt say you got the bigger *****, iono what will
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I wonder if they can add some armour to this puppy lol

Plus those back tires should turn also rofl
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That's pretty cool!
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I can use this in Manhattan
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Originally Posted by RXSF
if that doesnt say you got the bigger *****, iono what will
I think it says, "Hi. Look at me. I'm compensating for my incredibly tiny wiener."
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Old 12-12-07, 08:39 AM
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Originally Posted by RXSF
if that doesnt say you got the bigger *****, iono what will
These will!!!!



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Originally Posted by IS350jet
These will!!!!
All photos courtesy of www.marax.at
What kind of trucks are those? Are the front ends modded? The grilles are HUGE!
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Originally Posted by bizzy928
What kind of trucks are those? Are the front ends modded? The grilles are HUGE!
these are real trucks you can buy, lot of these are used as tow trucks, etc
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whoa....sick...
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Those are, for the most part, factory Ford F650 Super Duty.
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Originally Posted by IS350jet
Those are, for the most part, factory Ford F650 Super Duty.
WOW! I thought they only went up to F350's.

I have always wanted a F350... but now I see the 650...
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LOL! I want one...
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