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Stuttgart, September 3, 2014
The Mercedes Zetros 1833 is a two-axle all-rounder. He is terrain like a Unimog and has a load capacity at the same time, which is comparable to a heavy truck. Now the off-road truck has been fitted with a rear structure of the Alsfelder special bodywork manufacturer Hartmann and expanded by the motorhome Decorator Hünerkopf. The result is a capable to expeditions motorhome.
The base, the Mercedes Zetros 1833
Speak the technical data of the base vehicle for the serious off-road use. The total weight of the Zetros is 18 tons. Accordingly, the drive is large sized. A diesel fuel in-line six cylinder is its power of 326 hp and 1,300 Nm of torque through a six-speed automatic transmission to all four permanently from the drive wheels. In addition, three differential locks and a two-speed transfer gearbox are installed in the drive concept. A maximum axle articulation of the independent suspension of two times 500 millimeters, a wading depth of 1,190 millimeters and the gradeability of 80 percent more data attest the 1833 off-road capability.
The structure of Hartmann
The cab and the 5.60 meter long and 2.40 meter wide structure are connected by a passage. The camper is made by Hartmann special bodies. It consists of galvanized and plastic coated sheets, which have a maximum wall thickness of 100 mm. A special feature of the structure produced in Alsfeld is the electrically-powered slide-out. Equipped with a carbon shell and heating elements ?? The latter are designed to prevent the accumulation of ice and snow in winter ?? is increased by the ejection of the passenger compartment. At the rear is beyond a load carrier with hydraulic lift. He has a motorcycle course.
Luxurious interiors of Hünerkopf
The interior of the Expedition Campers contributed the company from Hünerkopf. The L - shaped sofa and kitchenette follow in the middle part of the construction of a bathroom with washing and toilet room and separate shower cubicle. The sanitary facilities are powered by a 300-gallon tank with fresh water. In the rear there is a double bed. All the furniture of the motorhome were veneered with real wood. The kitchen and work areas, however, are coated with thin stone slabs. In Slide-out mentioned above can also find a real leather couch their place.
The on-board technology to independence
Hünerkopf not saved with technical devices. An entertainment system with satellite antenna and a connection to the Internet provides just the necessary independence, such as the 600 liter fuel capacity diesel tank. From him not only the engine draws its fuel, but also the two independently working hot water heaters and air conditioning. The organic light emitting diodes ( OLED ) provide for the lighting of the living room. All electricity required is generated by means of a solar installation or as required by a current generator. Excess energy saving lithium - ion batteries.
appointments
From 30 August to 8 September 2014, the off-road camper can be seen in its first stage at the Caravan Salon in Dusseldorf. He is completely removed from 25 September to 2 October 2014 are at the IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hanover. Prices for the all-terrain luxury apartment are not yet known. Depending on the individual equipment requirements of the purse should not be too narrow but safe measure . (ml)