The Unimog More Economic Efficiency on Road and Rail

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The Unimog ConceptGetting on with the job where others give up

Where even four-wheel drive trucks reach their limits and tractors can’t go any further, a totally different kind of work and tractor vehicle has to take over: the Unimog. It gives an absolutely new definition of versatility and viability on four wheels. The Mercedes-Benz Unimog is a vehicle in a league of its own. It provides solutions which no other vehicle worldwide can offer. The Unimog is much more versatile than any other with its attachment and mounting areas at the front, middle and rear. It is also much more at home on off-road terrain than any other vehicle, and can drive at fast speeds on roads as a transporter. The Unimog is an uncompromising professional for uncompromising professionals It is streets ahead in every situation and on any terrain – also as a road-railer for travel on road and rails.

The Unimog Road-Railer 4 – 5Chassis Expertise 6 – 9Implement-Carrying Expertise 10 – 11System Expertise 12 – 13Applications 14 – 17Easy to Operate and Ergonomic 18 – 19Economic Efficiency and the Environment 20 – 21Worldwide Service and Financial Services 22 – 23

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The Unimog Road-Railer

Reduced costs. Whichever way you look at it, working with the road-rail Unimog is more cost-effective. Not only do you save up to 60 per cent on the purchasing costs compared to a conventional shunting locomotive, you also save significantly on fuel consumption and other operat - ing materials. Plus, you save additional money regarding maintenance, service and routine safety inspections.

More possibilities. A road-railer vehicle is a fully func-tional shunting unit. With great tractive power, easy to operate – and much more versatile than any conventional engine. But the advantages of the Unimog road-railer do not stop there. It can a lso be used with a wide range of implements – for instance to clear snow, either on the track or in the plant yard. And it only takes a moment to get off the tracks and drive quickly to the next work- site. It is up to you. Powerful shunting performance with a new versatile dimension. It is a lucrative combination!

Your Advantages at a Glance:

• Less expensive than a shunting locomotive to buy, maintain and operate

• A great number of additional uses with quick-change implements such as snow ploughs or front sweepers

• Fast relocation within the worksite and on the road

The Unimog Road-Railer

Using great tractive power to shunt heavy trailer loads – and still being quite clearly less expensive than any shunting locomotive. Being completely flexible by changing quickly from rails to road. And still being an absolute equal to any railbound vehicle. That is how the road-railer system works. An idea that is making history with its new success stories all round the world. And, apart from shunting, an idea that is full to the brim with other solutions. At least with the Unimog, a vehicle like no other that is just perfect for use as a road-railer.

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Chassis Expertise: Shunting

Chassis Expertise: Shunting

Shunted around in a trice. With its unique chassis concept, the Unimog has everything that counts when operating on rails. Starting with its compact axle dimensions, which allow the Unimog to be driven via its road wheels on both standard and broad-gauge tracks. So no separate driving system is required for shunting work, just a retractable rail guiding system. Also on board is a powerful diesel engine, a high-performance transmission and a four-wheel drive system with differential locks on both axles – for best performance both on and off the road.

Great tractive power. With its compact axle design and special rail-compatible rims and tyres, the Unimog adapts perfectly to standard or broad-gauge tracks (1,435 – 1,676 mm). When operating on the rails, at speeds of up to 50 km/h, the Unimog is still driven directly via the vehicle wheels. The retractable rail guiding system only keeps the Unimog safely on the track. This has the advantage that the Unimog can make optimal use of the high friction coefficient between the rubber tyres and the steel rails to provide excellent traction and powerful hauling performance. A close-ratio transmission with eight forward and eight reverse gears, permanent four-wheel drive and locking differentials help convert the engine output into maximum pulling power on the rails. The result: a hauling capacity of up 1,000 t and maximum shunting speeds of 25 km/h – in both directions.

Pulling away smoothly. The Unimog’s hydrodynamic torque converter increases starting torque by 250 per cent. With only a few gear changes – without using a clutch – the Unimog is able to pull off smoothly – even with a heavy load in tow. This helps to protect both cargo and vehicle and prevents wear and tear on the clutch.

One-person operation. The Unimog can be fitted with radio remote control as an option to allow the driver to work more efficiently when coupling and uncoupling wagons. Or to position wagons precisely, for example under a loading chute, without the aid of an additional employee. Also, when reversing with rolling stock, it is possible to control the vehicle from the front end of the train without an additional driver in the cab. One- person operation via remote control saves time – and labour costs.

Your Advantages at a Glance:

• Full traction, due to high friction coefficient between rubber and steel

• Smooth getaway acceleration with heavy loads in tow (thanks to torque converter clutch)

• High hauling capacity when shunting on the rails: up to 1,000 t

• Easy to operate radio remote control for economical one-person operation

• Fast on rails – as solo vehicle up to 50 km/h, forwards and in reverse

• Shunting up to 25 km/h

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Chassis Expertise: On- and Off-Tracking

You would like to be as efficient as possible when working on the track? And spend less time getting to and from the worksite? Then the Unimog road-railer is just what you have been looking for. With its fast road speeds, flexible changeover between road and rail and its high off-road capabilities, it always gets to the worksite via the shortest possible route and is ready for action on the rails in the shortest possible time. So you save both time and money.

Simply get on the rails. The Unimog road-railer offers almost endless possibilities. When on- or off-tracking, for example, all you need is a level access to the track (a minimum length of approximately 5 metres), like a level crossing. Then you simply position the vehicle over the tracks, lower the hydraulically retractable rail guiding gear, and in less than three minutes your Unimog is ready for action on the track. Additionally, it is even possible to transfer onto the track at other suitable points anywhere along the line, thanks to a hydraulic turntable. And since the special Unimog chassis design boasts four-wheel drive and locking differentials, getting to where you have to on-track is never a problem.

Quickly on the scene. With the Unimog’s on-road speeds of up to 90 km/h and its excellent off-road mobility, the Unimog road-railer always gets you to your worksite via the fastest possible route. Once there, the easy-to-operate retractable rail guiding system gets you up and running on the tracks within a few minutes. Then, when the job is completed, you can get off the rails again just as quickly – and away you go to the next worksite. Thus, you save travelling time and track utilisation fees.

Your Advantages at a Glance:

• Fast on- and off-tracking on every level stretch of track which is 5 metres long

• Hydraulic retractable rail guiding gear and turntable for on and off-tracking on open stretches

• Fast on roads – with up to 90 km/h to your worksite

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Implement-Carrying Expertise

Always up to the challenge. From maintenance on catenaries with an aerial platform to snow clearing with a snowplough, snow cutter or gritters. From vegetation control to recovery service or as a mobile workshop. Whatever you are up against, the Unimog gets it done, thanks to its unique implement-carrying system with multiple attachment and mounting areas. And its hydraulic drives to power a complete range of implements. Your vehicle always operates at full capacity – all-year-round.

Implement-Carrying Expertise

Versatility made simple. Whether working only as an im - plement carrier or as a shunting vehicle with a mounted crane, snowplough or front boom – the Unimog road-railer gives you almost limitless possibilities. The reason: its versatile implement-carrying system with various attach-ment and mounting points and integrated, standardised implement drive and control interfaces. There is also a high-performance 150 kW mechanical front PTO shaft. And further engine and transmission PTOs, along with up to four separate hydraulic circuits. Another practical feature: the innovative Unimog quick-change system allows the driver to change from one implement to another in moments. This way your vehicle can operate at full capacity day in, day out, 365 days a year.

Your Advantages at a Glance:

• Standardised, hydraulic and mechanical PTOs ex works

• Versatile implement-carrying concept with up to 4 attachment and mounting areas

• Excellent view to the front and all working areas

• Hydrostatic drive for slow and finely graduated working speeds

Easy to operate. Excellent view of all implements, ergonomic controls and a fully climate-controlled cab make it clear that strain-free driving and easy and safe implement operation are top priority with the Unimog. The hydrostatic drive system is an important labour-saving feature when working with a sweeper, branch cutter or snow blower. It allows you to increase or decrease the working speed of the Unimog sensi-tively, smoothly and without having to use the clutch. Use the hand wheel in a range from 0 – 25 km/h, while maintaining a constant engine and PTO rpm. With the appropriate equipment, you can even control the Unimog hydrostatically from the aerial platform, for example when carrying out mainten ance work on overhead lines.

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System Expertise

System Expertise

The Unimog road-railer is no “off-the-rack” commercial vehicle solution. It is a vehicle designed specifically to suit your requirements, complete with all the necessary im - plements, relevant railway equipment and certifications. For decades, Mercedes-Benz has been working closely with leading international implement manufacturers, from the drawing board to the sales and distribution stages, to create the best possible chassis/implement combination for you.

One-stop solutions. The unique benefit of the Mercedes-Benz long-standing partnerships with leading road-railer specialists: your Unimog partner can supply you with a complete single-source solution which is tailored to suit your needs. Backed up by competent, personal advice. You also have the comfort of knowing that vehicle and implements are perfectly coordinated and tested according to the strictest standards. Thus, we can meet your high expectations in every way – and ensure that your investment delivers the best possible returns. Financing and leasing are a part of your Unimog sales engineer’s one-stop service.

Special solutions for each customer. Double traction for shunting heavier trailer loads within industrial plants, or for towing metro trains up the extreme gradient of 120 per mille? Jolt-free remote control of the Unimog road-railer from an aerial working platform or a crane basket during inspection trips on the rails? Re-railing derailed rolling stock using the Unimog’s PTOs? The Unimog road-railer accepts the challenge.

Your Advantages at a Glance:

• Intensive cooperation between Mercedes-Benz and leading international body manufacturers

• “Derailing-safe” rail guiding gear for various gauges

• Special technical features for railways according to the regulations of the infrastructure manager: e. g. INDUSI dead-man’s handle, etc.

• Permit for a complete Unimog road-railer system

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Clearing snow. The works area and station tracks are enveloped in snow? That’s no problem. With little effort the Unimog is turned into a powerful snow-clearing machine: depending on the situation with a snow cutter, V-shaped snowplough or PTO-driven front-mounted sweeper.

Vegetation control. Whether with a branch cutter fitted to the telescopic arm at the rear or a mulching head at the front – the Unimog keeps the vegetation along the railway tracks in check. Quick change of implement to a track sprayer to combat unwanted weeds in the ballast bed of the track.

Cleaning. Especially for urban rail networks, cleaning the infrastructure constitutes a challenge. No matter whether it is cleaning tunnels with a washing brush or spray beam, cleaning grooved rails or removing leaves in tunnel entrances to avoid fires being started by stray sparks – the Unimog road-railer manages it in style.

Seasonal Maintenance Work

Fast growing weeds in the track’s ballast bed or on the embankment, branches hanging over the tracks or snow drifts which block sections of line: the Unimog road-railer clears the way at all times of the year.

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Maintenance of the Track Infrastructure

Whether high-speed tracks or a tram network, regular maintenance work on the infrastructure is absolutely imperative if the rolling stock is to run safely. And when unexpected incidents occur, there sometimes has to be a very quick repair job done. With the Unimog road-railer help is quickly at hand when it is needed.

Maintenance of the Track Infrastructure

Versatile and cost effective. Finishing one job does not mean it’s already time for the Unimog to knock off. In an emergency a road-railer Unimog with a loading crane or aerial working platform is also able to tow away a tram or take freight wagons with construction material to a track building site. Versatility that is convincing.

Maintenance of catenaries. With its aerial working platform or basket, the Unimog is perfectly equipped for installing and maintaining overhead lines. Its advantage over a truck solution: it is a more cost-effective, low- maintenance drive concept on rails with direct drive via the vehicle’s wheels. Inspections are possible with the Unimog road-railer driven by remote control from the working platform.

Track maintenance: Keeping up the infrastructure of the tracks involves many challenges. But the Unimog is not intimidated! From grinding rails to towing freight wagons full of ballast, from ultrasonic rail inspection to being a compact precision rail screwing unit. From welding rails to loading goods at the track building site. And the Unimog brings all the materials needed with it: either in a freight wagon or simply in a road-rail trailer.

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The cab has simply everything to make the driver’s working day as ergonomic and safe as possible. And the combined air-conditioning, heating and ventilating unit gives him a comfortable atmosphere to do it in.

Relaxed working – even when the day is long. The cab, with its generous amount of headroom and room to move, is manufactured from non-corroding high-tech fibre composite material which provides sound damping and heat insulation. It is extremely strong and rigid, and has spring-cushioned and damped supports. As the functional controls are mainly electric, the cab vibration is reduced to a minimum.

Fitted to suit your needs. Special fittings and equipment designed with the user in mind make the daily routine in the Unimog much more pleasant.

Your Advantages at a Glance:

• Roomy cab for relaxed working

• Strong heating, ventilating and air-conditioning unit

• Clearly structured instrument clusters

• Ergonomic central console with all the operating controls

Easy to Operate and Ergonomic

Clear to read, easy to operate. The Unimog instrument panel is firmly installed on the steering column, making it really easy to read, irrespective of the driver’s position. Illuminated dials and 2 LCD multifunction displays provide all the important information. All the operating controls are installed on the central console, and the displays for the transmission and operating implements are fitted in logical clusters, easy to reach and easy to understand.

Easy to Operate and Ergonomic

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BlueTec® clean, safe, economical. The new SCR diesel tech-nology (selective catalytic reduction) from Mercedes-Benz. BlueTec® drastically lowers both nitrogen oxide and particle emissions, while optimising fuel consumption without reducing the performance of the diesel engine. An addi-tional catalytic converter reduces the nitrogen oxide with the additive AdBlue®. This chemically non-toxic aqueous solution is added from a separate tank. This way, the Unimog complies with strict European Union standards to reduce vehicle emissions, and has received the green “particle emissions” sticker entitling it to drive through all environmentally sensitive city zones.

Engines. Top performance is standard. The low- maintenance Euro 5 engines from Mercedes-Benz are state-of-the-art in every respect, perfect for a multitude of uses with direct-injection technology, 3 valves per cylinder, a turbocharger and an intercooler, combined to produce a steep torque curve, constant output over a wide rpm range and high power reserves. The combustion-air intake is positioned where dust levels are lowest. The thermostat-controlled radiator with hydraulic fan keeps the engine cool, even when it is producing high operating outputs at low vehicle speeds. The removable cleaning grille makes it simple to carry out maintenance on the

Your Advantages at a Glance:

• Low-maintenance engines from 130 kW (177 hp) to 210 kW (286 hp)

• Low emissions, economical, quiet transmission concept

• Reduced nitrogen oxide and particle emissions

• Very efficient running costs

• Up to 60 % reduced fuel consumption compared with shunting engines

Economic Efficiency and the Environment

large modular cooling system. Consequently, the Unimog U 300/U 400/U 500 is also able to work in extremely dusty conditions with ease.

Driving and Working Mode. Adaptable Engine Manage ment. The engine characteristics are individually adjust able to the operating mode at the touch of a button. Travelling by road or transporting loads in the driving mode, you can benefit from the engine’s flexible torque. The working mode ensures minimal rpm speed deviations when operat ing implements or driving off-road, even under fluctuating load situations.

Economic Efficiency and the Environment

Save costs and at the same time be environmentally sustainable? With the Unimog road-railer’s modern, fuel-saving diesel engines both are achieved. With its environmentally friendly Euro 5 technology the Unimog even gets the green particle emission sticker – and that means you can push every shunting engine into a siding.

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One-stop-shopping from your Unimog retailer

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Worldwide ServiceWe are everywhere you are

You can go anywhere with a Unimog – and that is why we are also waiting for you everywhere you go. At more than 650 Mercedes-Benz service stations worldwide we can attend to your Unimog – if necessary immediately – with the same care, the same experience and the same tech-nical means we used to build it. And of course we only use spare parts which come up to our strict standards regard-ing quality and availability.

Financial ServicesSolutions specially designed to suit your needs

A professional fleet and financial concept is the basis of your success. Your capital should continue to be as avail-able as your vehicles. And this is where the Unimog system and its financial services can make a considerable contri-bution. We can offer you economically efficient financing and leasing models at reasonable conditions which are individually designed to suit your own requirements.

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