Mercedes Benz Expedition Truck 1225AF

[exp-martin]

Up for sale is the most ideal expedition truck for a family of 4 or 5 people, based on a Mercedes Benz 1225AF (all wheel drive - differntial locks - hi/lo gearing), retired fire engine: OM422 - 14.6l - V8 - 300hp 1,100Nm (Performance upgrade). The truck has now 55,000km, which is about 34,000miles with a life expectation of 1,5million km / 900,000mile per Mercedes Benz. Bullet proof technic, no electronic on engine, all mechanical, will utilize all diesel offered worldwide, even the high sulfate diesel.
Here some data: 14.00R20 (48") wheels, two spare, solar panel 4x225 Wh, 2 skylight, 4 windows, door and hatches from Outbound. Victron inverter 5,000W, Victron batteries 2x 25,4V 200Ah (LiFe), Victron Solar controller. Back carrier for spares & motorcycle. 5 seats in the cab (4 are mounted at this time), A/C in the cab, radio with air play, rear camera and lots of USBs. Truma comfort A/C in cabin, floor and radiator heating system (water), air heater from Webasto, water heater, heat exchanger engine/cabin, roof rack with box and crane.
Cab sound insulated, inside and outside cooking electric, no gas! Stove-micro-oven combination, fridge & freezer, 2x queen size beds, awning, snorkel, tire inflation system Ti System, safe. Pass through with doors in cab and cabin, under-run protection, 60-65 mph cruising speed, 75mph hight speed.
LED front lights, and much more!
Attached pictures and spec sheet. Registered in the US, and located in Fort Myers, FL.
$345,000
Martin 239-850-3663

 

[MsRandiCook]

Love the build. How does the rear lift system work?

 

[exp-martin]

Hello and thanks for watching! The rear lift system is mechanically secured with two stuts (left and right), which need to be released before movements. Once released the up & down works with an electrical winch. The winch has a remote control. Let me know if this answers your question. Thanks, Martin

 

[MsRandiCook]

Hi Martin,

I didn't see the winch so was looking for a clue on the mechanics as how it worked. What is the capacity of the rear lift.

I assume this was European built?????

 

[exp-martin]

Yes, the truck was build and converted in Europe. The capacity is about 1,200lbs, for two spare tires, as installed plus a small motorcycle, 400lbs.

 

[MsRandiCook]

Martin, I'm surprised there isn't any winch systems on this amazing build.

 

[exp-martin]

A winch is sometimes overrated. Well, at least in my opinion. For 24,000lbs you need not only a large winch, but you need something to hang the winch to. A tree would not be appropriate. Another truck would be the best. Therefore we do have ropes. A winch works with a car or van, very good. On the other, a winch can always be added. We do have a winch supplier in Europe, who supplies winches for that truck, where the middle part of the front bumper can be replace by the winch. The truck comes with sand boards and pneumatic lift system. Thank you.

 

[cliffi]

Congrats on a very well thought out build. I see a Georgian flag on the truck - where I live. A question regarding head room in the bunks? I am a tad claustrophobic - does the top bunk have a sky-light? Is there storage for clothes at the end of each bunk? Bed size is?

Thanks!

 

[exp-martin]

Thank you very much and thanks for watching! The bunk bed has no sky light, since this area is packed with solar on the roof. The head end of each bed has a window. The other end has two storages each, with lights ones the door opens. Each bunk bed, lower and upper is queensize. Let me know if you have more questions. Thank you, Martin

 

[supermoo]

Do you have any images of the small 'garage' storage space? Wondering how large the area is.

 

[exp-martin]

Do you have any images of the small 'garage' storage space? Wondering how large the area is.

Thank you for watching! I will get some pictures made tomorrow, and will post them here.

 

[exp-martin]

Do you have any images of the small 'garage' storage space? Wondering how large the area is.

Please find some pictures of the the storage area as well as a general layout. The heights is 40cm (16"). If only one bed is needed in the lower sleeping area space can beconverted to storage. The layout was intended to fit up to 5 people.

 

[Dendy Jarrett]

You need a location per the forum rules please.

 

[exp-martin]

Thank you! I knew I forgot soemething. The Rig is located in Fort Myers, FL. I will post it momentarily. Regards, Martin