Unimog 70200
German tractor
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Key Takeaways
- The Unimog 70200 is the first series production model of the Unimog series, made by Gebr.
- In total, 600 units of the 70200 were made.
- The mass-production optimised Unimog is known as Unimog 2010.
- All Unimog 70200 vehicle identification numbers begin with 70200 .
- It is said that approximately 100–120 Unimog 70200s have been preserved.
The Unimog 70200 is the first series production model of the Unimog series, made by Gebr. Boehringer. It was manufactured in Boehringer's Göppingen plant from June 1948 to April 1951. In total, 600 units of the 70200 were made. Manufacture of the Unimog was sold to Daimler-Benz in October 1950, where it was modified for mass production. The mass-production optimised Unimog is known as Unimog 2010.
The Unimog 70200 name was chosen because of Boehringer's cost centre. All Unimog 70200 vehicle identification numbers begin with 70200. Minuscules were used to differentiate between certain models. It is said that approximately 100–120 Unimog 70200s have been preserved.
History
Development
The Unimog 70200 was invented by German engineer Albert Friedrich, who worked as an aircraft engine designer with Daimler-Benz during World War II. After the Morgenthau Plan was published, Friedrich decided to develop an agricultural vehicle, in case post-war Germany would become an agricultural country. Friedrich considered a vehicle similar to an agricultural tractor – with a hitch and PTOs – but much more capable offroad, and equipped with all-wheel drive. Furthermore, a canvas roof and a flatbed were key elements of Friedrich's design. To reach a top speed of 50 km/h (31 mph), Friedrich considered a power output of 25 PS (18.4 kW; 24.7 hp) sufficient.
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