Mercedes G-Klasse in the Army

The Mercedes Benz G-Klasse is one of the cars that has made it into the automotive history books as one of the most rugged vehicles that can be suitable both for special duties and everyday road use (some tuners might even be convinced that the G-Klasse is perfectly suited for the track, but this is a different story).

One of the areas where the vehicles shine is the military one. The Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon is currently being involved is a series of rigorous tests by the Australian Defense Force at multiple Defense sites, with the vehicle meeting expectations.

"The vehicles are subjected to a demanding test program to ensure that the required missions can be achieved now, and well into the future," stated the press release.

The complex test program is being conducted in Australia, Germany and Austria, and is dedicated to measuring a wide range of parameters, testing noise and emissions, brake and steering performance at high speeds, as well as testing the optional amour kit.

Mercedes-Benz will deliver 1,200 6x6 and 4x4 versions of the G-Wagon to the Australian Defense Force. The collaboration has already debuted, with the German company delivering 11 prototypes from October 2009 to January 2010. The majority of these will receive special modules produced by Newcastle-based firm G.H. Varley in order to accomplish special missions.

“Mercedes-Benz remains on schedule to commence production delivery of G-Wagons and modules in February 2011, and continue until the end of 2013. Mercedes-Benz also has a contract to support the equipment in Defense service for 15 years,” stated the press release, highlighting Mercedes’ strong connection with the Army.