Not many people know Mercedes-Benz’s special trucks division (MBS) which builds trucks like the Unimog Concept based on the U 5000 Unimog. This monster concept wowed crowds at the Johanesburg International Motor Show with its crisp green exterior paint, very large wheels and the fact that it’s a two seater with very smooth leather seats.

The first Unimog rolled off the assembly line back on June 3, 1951. The Mercedes-Benz Unimog Concept design although based on the U 5000 was inspired by the poison dart frog with stage like headlights, red painted coil springs, and green mudguards.

According to Mercedes-Benz, the concept vehicle shows that even after 60 years – and including the 26 product ranges during this period – the Unimog is still able to renew itself. Mercedes-Benz has confimed – to our disappointment, that this very unique model was not planned for production. Check out our JIMS image gallery of the concept.

Mercedes-Benz Unimog Concept Specifications

Engine: OM 924 LA In-line 4-cylinder

Output power: 160kW at 2200 rpm

Torque: 810Nm at 1200 rpm

Transmission: UG100 8 Forward 6 Reverse

Brakes: Disc Brakes All Around

Suspension: Front Coil Spring, Telescopic Shock Absorbers and Stabilisers

Fuel tank: 160L

Gross Vehicle Mass: 33 000kg

Gross Combined Mass: 33 000kg

Mercedes-Benz Unimog Concept gallery