The only Fwd model imported is the FG with either a 109 or 133 in wb. This appears to be a 109 in wb with a gvw of 12,000 lbs.
The same wb as a jeep grand cherokee but with a payload of 6500 lbs after you remove the dump body and snow plow gear.
It's probably a 1999 mfg'd in 1998. They imported them up to 93 and then from 1999 on. I have a 93.
The 99 has an intercooled turbo, an exhaust brake, 2 spd transfer case, hubs, vacuum assisted hydraulic drum brakes - not air brakes, no sway bars, a 61:1 crawl ratio, probably an electric block heater and maybe a limited slip rear axle.
The specs are in the literature section of
www.mitfuso.com
I get 15-17 mpg with my 93 and after moving the 2 batteries and mounting another fuel tank on the drivers side had a range of 900 - 1000 mi.
The frame is very flexible and a flexible mount for the camper would be a good idea. I didn't use one and my box started to loosen and leak after 10 years. Too stiff a mount will limit frame twist and wheel articulation.
106k isn't bad, mine has 110k and hasn't needed anything but normal service, tires and an A/C condensor fan.
The owner's manual shows a service schedule for 250k and all the mechanics that have serviced mine say they go 350k before needing any engine work.
A commercially owned unit that was used for landscaping in the summer and plowing in the winter might show more wear.
I agree, I hope it goes to a good home.
