Unimog 401

Unimog 401
401
Overview
TypeTractor
ManufacturerDaimler-Benz AG
Also calledUnimog
Unimog U25
Production1953–1956
AssemblyGermany: Gaggenau (Mercedes-Benz Gaggenau plant)
Body and chassis
RelatedUnimog 402
Powertrain
Engine1.7 L OM 636 I4 (diesel)
Transmission6-speed manual gearbox, two reverse gears
Dimensions
Wheelbase
  • 1,720 mm (67.7 in) (401)
  • 2,120 mm (83.5 in) (402)
Length3,520 mm (138.6 in)
Width1,630 mm (64.2 in)
Height2,050 mm (80.7 in)
Kerb weight1,680 kg (3,704 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorUnimog 2010
SuccessorUnimog 411

The Unimog 401 is an all-wheel-drive vehicle of the Unimog-series by Mercedes-Benz, developed as a tractor and equipment carrier. It was produced by Daimler-Benz in the Unimog plant in Gaggenau from 1953 to 1956. A total of 16,250 Unimog 401 and 402 were made.[1]

Initially, the Unimog 401 was made in the cabrio version only. The closed cab model Froschauge (German for frog-eye), with a cab made by Westfalia-Werke,[2] was introduced in September 1953.[3] An increased wheelbase model was developed, bearing model type 402. Both models were succeeded by the Unimog 411, available in both long and short wheelbases.[2]

  1. ^ Werner Oswald, p. 320.
  2. ^ a b Cite error: The named reference U401 was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  3. ^ Werner Oswald, p. 321.