1978 Unimog 435 / U1300L 2-ton Fire Truck
Previously in service with German NATO forces.


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1 1 Right Front

Use as water tender, or have us install a self-contained
high pressure pump, hose and power package.

Unimog 435 / U1300L Fire Truck

  • Ex-German Bundeswehr
  • Built in 1978.
  • 62'000 km (39'000 mi).
  • 2'300 liter water tank (600 gal).
  • Rotating blue, red, or yellow beacon.
  • Two-tone siren.
  • New 'Fire Truck Red' paint, RAL3000.
  • White, black or red fenders and trim.
  • NATO MIL tires 80%, with spare.
  • Tire changing jack and wrench.
  • Front bolt.
  • Driver's Instruction Book in English.
  • Standard Specifications -

  • 3.25m (128") wheelbase.
  • 1.86m (73") track width.
  • Overall 5.59m L, 2.33m W, 2.83m H (220" L, 92" W, 111" H).
  • Cargo bed 3.15m L, 2.20m W, 0.50m H (124" L, 87" W, 20" H).
  • Curb weight 5,250 kg (11,600 lbs).
  • GVW 7,500 kg (16,500 lbs).
  • Fuel economy 17.5 liters per 100 km (13.5 mpg).
  • Fuel capacity 160 liters (42.25 gal).
  • Cruising range on highway 900 km (560 mi).
  • Oil consumption, 1% of fuel.
  • Direct injection OM-352 diesel engine.
  • 6 cylinder, 5.675 liter (346 ci), 7 bearings.
  • Power output 130 hp at 2,800 rpm.
  • 8 speeds forward, 4 reverse, all syncro transmission.
  • Push button center differential lock, 2 wheel to 4 wheel drive.
  • Push button differential locks, front and back axles.
  • Portal axles with 0.44m (17") ground clearance.
  • Coil spring suspension.
  • Up to 20° torsional twisting.
  • Power steering.
  • 11x20 rims with 12.5x20 NATO MIL tires (not shown).
  • Air assisted disk brakes.
  • Air compressor.
  • Raised air intake.
  • Forward tilting cab, seating for 2 - 3 persons.
  • Removable hood and front grill.
  • 24 Volt electrical system.
  • Rear pintle connector.
  • Military convoy lights.
  • Roof hatch.
  • Seat belts.
  • Locking gas tank cap.
  • No PTO, no hydraulics.
  • Optional Items -

  • Workshop Manual in English or German.
  • German Army Instruction Manual in German.
  • Cargo bed side board extensions, bows and canvas.
  • High air intake.
  • This Unimog is shipped direct from Europe to North America with transport
    and tariff paid, ready to drive away from any US ocean port for only $39,500.
    DOT and EPA certified street legal in all 50 states.

    Ask about shipping and cost savings for other North American locations,
    including Canada, Mexico and Central America, or for expert handling to
    South America, Africa, the Middle-East, Asia, Australia and Pacific Islands.

    For more specifications, options, availability, shipping information,
    and other additional information, please contact

    EXPRESS MESSAGE Michael Carradine

    Unimog Network Int'l
    PO Box 115
    Moraga, CA 94556 USA
    Tel +1 925-631-9200
    Fax +1 425-944-9900


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