The choice of the ADF, the Benz wagon is now on the market in a 4x4 cab-chassis variant
Mercedes-Benz has just launched a work focused 4×4 cab-chassis spin-off of it’s capable, yet premium-priced, 4×4 G-Wagon.
The G-Wagon professional brings a 2-tonne payload (4,490kg GVM without tray) to the table as well as a formidable off-road pedigree.
The Benz G-Wagon is already the light vehicle of choice for the Australian Defence Force.
The G-Pro sits on 16-inch alloys and has 245mm of ground clearance and a 650mm wading depth. It uses full-time 4×4 system with front, rear and centre diff-locks. Drive to the front and rear wheels is split 50:50.
For those who like to strut up and down their bonnet while in the bush, the engine lid can be fitted with non-slip material and has a load capacity of 100kg. The G-Pro also has a braked towing capacity of 2,210kg.
Live front and rear axles are suspended by coil springs all round.
The 3,400mm wheelbase of the G-Pro gives room for a 2,400mm tray which makes for easy load distribution across both axles.
Under the bonnet sits a 3-litre V6 diesel that provides 135kW at 3,800rpm and 400Nm from 1,600 to 2,000 rpm. And behind that donk sits a 5-speed auto as standard equipment.
There’s also a tyre pressure monitoring system to alert the driver of any sudden deflation.
A factory snorkel and cyclonic air filter are standard fit as is a bullbar and headlight and indicator protection mesh.
Fuel capacity is 96 litres and electrics are powered by a dual 12 volt battery system.
To keep things safe, the down and dirty Benz is equipped with a switchable ESC system that includes Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Brake Assist and ABS. It also gets driver and passenger airbag.
There is no factory tray option so the G-Pro arrives sans tray. Customers will have to arrange for their own body or tray fitment.
The G300 CDI has a manufacturers recommended list price of $119,900 Including GST and LCT(this excludes dealer delivery and on road costs including tray).