Gelaendewagen

[Harald Hansen]

To inject a little more Geländewagen into this thread I present three pictures of our first generation military G here in Norway:

Most were set up with soft tops like this:

Comfy? Observe the extra heater between the front seats. The round green thing to the left of the fresh air controls are the switch for the convoy lights. The vehicles are also equipped with Webasto diesel powered coolant heaters.

The hose attachment thingys on the front bumper are for a UWE heater. Basically it is a metal box and blowtorch-like thing that heats the coolant, which then starts to circulate in the vehicle's cooling system. I've never used the system other than in training myself, as the Webasto is sufficient.

 

[Gurkha]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUtTLv_BbQE

G put through hell.

 

[Gurkha]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1u7I-SOJ00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGDtcjvSOTM&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTFJjJL14dk&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8xEcu4_q1w&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8xZ04ztvr0&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqPvo2qnpKU&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XJWwgM-lAk&feature=related

 

[Gurkha]

http://www.mercedesgwagen.galeon.com/vacaciones751461.html

Some more G Wagen history from the famous G2 used by Hitler to other variants of this amazing vehicle.

 

[Crookthumb]

Here are some that explained somethings to those that might never have looked at one up close. I haven't yet only seen the Gs on the road. Plus there is some Landie Love in the last two.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YShm9NKRU4M&NR=1

Fine Living
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLygCkdDCdw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umu7DUZZ_No&NR=1

You might notice the EE guys.

 

[Crookthumb]

Rack Cover

http://www.army.gc.ca/1combat_engineers/images/gwagon5.JPG

I was wondering if anybody knows who makes the cover for the rack. I am wanting to find out more about its construction. What material, and if there are similar setups for other rigs. I have the Safety Devices Rack for my Land Rover Discovery 1. It would be nice to cover gear in harsh conditions, winter ice storms, snow, rain, hail, or dust...

I don't mind fabricating just want to find out more information on the cover and see how it protects the racks contents(How it is strapped down, tucked in, or however it is attached underneath. Unless it just drapes over and hope that nothing comes in from underneath. As far as materials what are suggestions or experiences with fabrics materials. I was thinking Sunbrella maybe if I were to use canvas. For vinyl what specs would be best to use as far as thickness. Or if there are other materials chime in. What type of Mil Specs does the Canadian Military even have on that type of material, would it be chem or bio resistant. I don't know if they have that type of need even for it. I don't need it to be olive drab, wouldn't mind if it was black or a grey or even dark blue (my Discovery is dark blue). I would want the support structure to bolt on so it can be removed when not in use. I would want it to follow the step design of the Discovery and roof rack. I don't mind if it covered equipment on the side of the rack, but would want quick access when needed. I would probably prefer it to cover accessories like a Hi-Lift, shovel, ax, etc. I wouldn't want it to cover front and rear lights though. I would want it to be high enough for Jerry cans and Pelican Cases. Thanks for any suggestions or information provided.

P.S. I will re post in the Land Rover section.

 

[Kurt]

http://www.mercedesgwagen.galeon.com/vacaciones751461.html

Some more G Wagen history from the famous G2 used by Hitler to other variants of this amazing vehicle.

I don't think mentioning Hitler is a selling point for any vehicle.

 

[Kurt]

http://www.army.gc.ca/1combat_engineers/images/gwagon5.JPG

Anyone know if the Canadian Forces are phasing out the iltis in favor of the G-wagon? It seems that they picked up a few for Afghanistan but I wouldn't mind picking up a few surplus Iltis's on the cheap if I can bring them back down from Canada. Yes I realize the Bombardier versions are inferior to the VW versions but its much more affordable to buy the Canadian version

 

[762X39]

Anyone know if the Canadian Forces are phasing out the iltis in favor of the G-wagon? It seems that they picked up a few for Afghanistan but I wouldn't mind picking up a few surplus Iltis's on the cheap if I can bring them back down from Canada. Yes I realize the Bombardier versions are inferior to the VW versions but its much more affordable to buy the Canadian version

The CF has been phasing out the Iltis and any left in Afghanistan will likely stay there. You can find them in unservicable to useable condition here in Canada from $1500 to about $5500 but you better act fast because there are very few good examples left.In Canada we are using the G-Wagen and the Chevy "Milverado" mostly for small trucks.

 

[Harald Hansen]

How about a stretched G? This one from Schultz was for sale in Norway a few months ago:

This one was also for sale over here, but I don't know who did the conversion:

 

[Gurkha]

Nice long distance cruiser.

 

[greybrick]

My next offroad truck

Older Euro wagen with manual transmission and a 'OM617 good for 1,000,000 kms' engined truck with front and rear locking diffs and which gets about 25 - 30 mpg's at 100 - 110 kms/hr on diesel / Jet-B / bio-diesel / waste vegetable oil mixed at various or any ratios and no ECM to get in the way of use, nor need for a second preheated tank or other. Just needs to get painted NATO white and good to go.

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[Gurkha]

My next offroad truck

Older Euro wagen with manual transmission and a 'OM617 good for 1,000,000 kms' engined truck with front and rear locking diffs and which gets about 25 - 30 mpg's at 100 - 110 kms/hr on diesel / Jet-B / bio-diesel / waste vegetable oil mixed at various or any ratios and no ECM to get in the way of use, nor need for a second preheated tank or other. Just needs to get painted NATO white and good to go.

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Keep the valves adjusted on the engine, check for rust spots and it will last you a long time.

 

[meafordmike]

I love the G-Wagon, I used the Canadian Forces version in Combat in Afghanistan, The add on armour made it heavy and very roll over prone. But I owe my life to one.
The Iltis is not used in the CF anymore and were sold at Gov auctions. I would like to get an Iltis trailer as a expedition trailer.
I love the off-road capability of the G-wagon, in Canada it goes anywhere and in Afghanistan with the heavy armour it still is a great veh, we were using them like billy goats going up mountains and crossing wadies. My G-wagon in combat stopped alot of bullets and kept going for me, I'm sure I owe my life to it. So if Canada ever replaces them I will be first in line to buy one.

 

[meafordmike]

I love the G-Wagon, I used the Canadian Forces version in Combat in Afghanistan, The add on armour made it heavy and very roll over prone. But I owe my life to one.
The Iltis is not used in the CF anymore and were sold at Gov auctions. I would like to get an Iltis trailer as a expedition trailer.
I love the off-road capability of the G-wagon, in Canada it goes anywhere and in Afghanistan with the heavy armour it still is a great veh, we were using them like billy goats going up mountains and crossing wadies. My G-wagon in combat stopped alot of bullets and kept going for me, I'm sure I owe my life to it. So if Canada ever replaces them I will be first in line to buy one.

I tried to upload some Pictures of the Canada G-wagon in combat, but kept crashing on me. any help out there.