Unimog 2010

Unimog 2010
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission6-speed manual gearbox, two reverse gears
Dimensions
Wheelbase1,720 mm (67.7 in)
Length3,450 mm (135.8 in)
Width1,630 mm (64.2 in)
Height2,035 mm (80.1 in)
Kerb weight1.7 t (1.67 long tons; 1.87 short tons)
Chronology
PredecessorUnimog 70200
SuccessorUnimog 401

The Unimog 2010 is a vehicle of the Unimog series made by German manufacturer Daimler-Benz from June 1951 to August 1953 in the Mercedes-Benz Gaggenau plant. It is a technical copy of its predecessor, the Unimog 70200. Despite being sold by Mercedes-Benz dealerships, the Unimog 2010 did not feature the brand's „Mercedes-star“ emblem. Instead, it was solely sold under the Unimog brand, having the ox-head-Unimog emblem on the bonnet;[1] only vehicles purchased by the Swiss army lack the Unimog emblem and have no branding at all (as seen on the right).[2] In total, 5,846 units were produced, and five different models were available.[3] All Unimog 2010 vehicles have a wheelbase of 1,720 mm (67+3⁄4 in) and a canvas roof; a closed cab was not available as a factory option. The name „Unimog 2010“ originates from the German supply firm Erhard & Söhne, which manufactured the Unimog prototypes – all technical drawings, parts and tools of that firm had the part number 2010, which is said to be the reason why Daimler-Benz simply named the Unimog 2010.[3] The Unimog 2010 was succeeded by the Unimog 401 in 1953.[1]

Unimog emblem
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