Kässbohrer Flexmobil FM 23.150K
Notes: This
all-terrain vehicle is based upon the civilian Kässbohrer Pisten Bully, used by
some 40 countries throughout the world.
It is a general-purpose cargo and troop carrier for use in deep snow,
swamps, mud, and other such terrain, in addition to normal terrain.
To accomplish this, the Flexmobil uses wide tracks, made from rubber with
steel track shoes. (Three widths of
tracks are available.) The main
rollers are self-cleaning. The
transmission has a hydrostatic drive which also powers the steering and braking
systems. Two engines are available;
one is water cooled and develops 150 horsepower, and the other is air-cooled and
develops 160 horsepower. If
necessary, the engine may use up to 80 horsepower of its output (when
stationary) to power tools and equipment which require it.
A large amount of options and accessories are available, including a
snowplow, snow-blower, a materiel-handling crane, a 3-ton-capacity winch with 50
meters of 11mm cable, and snow sweeping brushes.
The body of the
Flexmobil has as its base a steel cab, and is basically a large box-shaped
structure. The rear area may have
seats or a cargo bed and be covered by bows and a canvas tarpaulin; another
option is a fully enclosed rear area.
Large windows surround the cab, and if the rear area is enclosed, it also
has large windows around it.
Another option is the cab along with a rear area mounting a backhoe or a fifth
wheel; if the fifth wheel is mounted, it may be used to tow a special tracked
semi-trailer, weighing 2 tons and having a capacity of 4 tons.
A variant of
this vehicle, the FM 23.150K Series 106, may have a 150-horsepower engine (a
different one than the FM 23.150K) or a 152-horsepower engine.
This version has a modified transmission and exhaust system which reduces
engine noise and fuel consumption.
The steering mechanism is also changed to make steering easier, and fuel tankage
is increased.
The Flexmobil
has not seen wide use, but has had some sales to various unnamed countries, as
well as to the UN.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
FM 23.150K (150 hp) |
$4,017 |
D, A |
1.2 tons |
5.7 tons |
1+9 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
FM 23.150K (160 hp) |
$4,040 |
D, A |
1.2 tons |
5.7 tons |
1+9 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
FM 23.150K Series 106 (150 hp) |
$4,017 |
D, A |
1.2 tons |
5.7 tons |
1+9 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
FM 23.150K Series 106 (152 hp) |
$4,020 |
D, A |
1.2 tons |
5.7 tons |
1+9 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
FM 23.150K (150 hp) |
190/133 |
53/37 |
116 |
44 |
Stnd |
T2 |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
FM 23.150K (160 hp) |
199/139 |
55/39 |
116 |
47 |
Stnd |
T2 |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
FM 23.150K Series 106 (150 hp) |
190/133 |
53/37 |
160 |
40 |
Stnd |
T2 |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
FM 23.150K Series 106 (152 hp) |
191/134 |
53/37 |
160 |
42 |
Stnd |
T2 |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Faun Kraka 640
Notes: This is a
motorized cart similar in concept to the French LOHR Fardier.
They were designed as light vehicles for airborne units to carry bulk
supplies, large weapons, and casualties.
There is a rudimentary driving position and a flat area behind him, which
may or may not, depending on the model, have retaining rails or low flat sides.
On each side of the driver are two small boxes, each a little larger than
an ammo can, for storing various items.
There are no actual passenger seats; the Crew rating below is a measure
of how many fully equipped troops can fit on that cargo platform. The entire
vehicle is collapsible for air transport or air dropping to about half of its
extended size. At first, the prototype Krakas used a 16-horsepower engine, but
this was found to be too weak in testing, and this was quickly changed to a
26-horsepower BMW 427 gasoline engine. Despite its small size and power, the
Kraka is capable of towing small trailers; if the trailer has its own brakes,
960 kilograms may be towed, but only a 350-kilogram trailer without brakes may
be towed.
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
|
$1,593 |
G,
A |
870 kg |
1.61 tons |
1+2 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
181/36 |
50/10 |
25 |
7 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF0 HS0
HR0 |
Mercedes Benz LKW
Wolf IFAV
Notes: This
light vehicle is in use by German forces and in limited use by the US Marines
for their Force Recon units. It is
designed meant to provide a more capable vehicle than the FAV in a size similar
to the M-151 Jeep. The Jeep uses
very flammable gasoline and has a tendency to turn over during high-speed turns.
The FAV is considered too small for many purposes, and both vehicles are
too wide to be deployed inside V-22 Osprey aircraft, while the Wolf can.
The Wolf can be equipped with up to three weapon mounts, but weapons are
not included in the basic cost of the vehicle. Most Wolves are unarmored, though
versions with armor plating were used by US Marines in Afghanistan. The engine
is a 290 GDT 2.9-liter turbocharged diesel developing 156 horsepower.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
Lkw Wolf IFAV |
$3,484 |
D, A |
2.11 tons |
4.1 tons |
2+6 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
w/Armor |
$3,990 |
D, A |
2.11 tons |
5.2 tons |
2+6 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
Lkw Wolf IFAV |
283/143 |
79/40 |
96 |
58 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
w/Armor |
233/118 |
64/33 |
96 |
58 |
Stnd |
W(3) |
HF2
HS2 HR2* |
*The passengers in
the rear have a reduced armor protection compared to the cab; the passengers
have only one meter high armor on the sides and rear, and do not have overhead
armor. The entire vehicle has a
protected undercarriage and has an AV of 4Sp.
Mercedes-Benz L508 DG MA
Notes: This
light truck is primarily meant to transport troops and equipment over roads; and
cross-country capability is quite poor.
It is basically a civilian truck with a minimum of modifications to suit
a military role. The vehicle has a
heater, and the cab is insulated both against temperature and noise.
(The L508 D/35, a van-bodied variant, also has these features for the
rear van body.) The rear cargo area
has a wooden floor and side rails, but the side boards and tailgate are of
steel, with the side boards being droppable.
There are also support points in the center of the cargo bed for the
attachment of a central double row of seats, and steel stowage boxes at the
front of the cargo bed. The cargo
area may be covered by a canvas tilt over removable bows.
All sides of the cargo bed may be completely removed, including the
folding troops seats, allowing the truck to act as a flatbed transport and also
revealing locking points for shelter bodies or pallets. Power is provided by an
OM314 diesel developing 85 horsepower.
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
$4,326 |
D, A |
2.11 tons |
5.6 tons |
3+8 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
176/35 |
49/10 |
200 |
25 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
DKW Munga
Notes: This is a
small jeep-type vehicle used by Germany, Indonesia, and the Netherlands.
It is a basic 4x4 vehicle with a removable tilt and a post for a weapon.
It is basically an unremarkable vehicle, but one likely to be encountered
in Europe. It is a simple vehicle with low-power engines and a simple sheet
steel over steel pipe construction. The Munga was also built in Sao Paulo,
Brazil, where it was known as the DKW Candango. It was built in Sao Paulo from
1958 to 1963. In Europe, Mungas remained in service until 1995, with production
continuing until 1968. In addition to military use, the Munga was used by German
fire brigades, emergency services and forestry service.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
38 hp |
$2,323 |
G, A |
375 kg |
1.63 tons |
2+2 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
40 hp |
$2,330 |
G, A |
375 kg |
1.63 tons |
2+2 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
44 hp |
$2.340 |
G, A |
375 kg |
1.63 tons |
2+2 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
38 hp |
189/95 |
52/26 |
45 |
17 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
40 hp |
199/100 |
56/28 |
45 |
18 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
44 hp |
214/108 |
60/30 |
45 |
20 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
IFA P2M
Notes: This was
one of East Germany’s first attempts at an indigenous light military vehicle,
and it was somewhat less than successful.
It was nevertheless still in limited use in East Germany until the
re-unification, though most of them had been replaced by the P3 and the UAZ-469.
It essentially looks like a smaller version of the P3, being a jeep-like
vehicle with straight vertical steel sides, the ability to mount a roll bar and
bows over which a tarpaulin cover may be used, and a folding windshield.
The P2M has four doors in the sides for
entry to the seats. The biggest
problems with the P2M are that it is relatively heavy, underpowered, and the
engine is poorly made and tends to overheat with distressing regularity.
The engine is an OM6-35 gasoline engine developing 65 horsepower. Another
problem is the poor load-carrying capability and towing ability (750 kilograms –
500 kilograms if the trailer in question has no brakes).
However, the P2M operates relatively well off-road, and is equipped with
locking differentials. The P2M is primarily a museum and collector’s vehicle
these days, but a few may be found in obscure corners of the world that were
once Soviet client states. These
are likely to be in poor repair due to age and the generally poor quality of the
vehicle.
The P2S is
amphibious version of the P2M, distinguished by its longer boat-like body, the
fitting of a bilge pump, and the addition of a propeller (which cannot be
started until the vehicle is in the water).
Twilight 2000:
The P2M was used during the Twilight War, though most of them quickly became
unusable early in hostilities due to the stresses placed upon them by the war.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
P2M |
$2,390 |
G, A |
440 kg |
2.21 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
P2S |
$2,589 |
G, A |
440 kg |
2.41 tons |
1+3 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
P2M |
228/114 |
63/32 |
100 |
29 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
P2S |
212/107 |
59/30/6 |
100 |
29 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
IFA P3
Notes: This
former East German vehicle replaced the earlier P2M in 1962.
It is a large, clunky, jeep-like vehicle with a heavy body and frame and
straight steel sides, and a suspension only partially suited to off-road use.
The P3 has a door for the driver and commander and another door at the
rear. The metal body goes halfway
up the vehicle; the P3 may be driven with no top, only a roll bar and the bows,
or with bows and a canvas top. The
P3 is powered by an OM-35L gasoline engine; this is the same engine as the P2M,
uprated and with an aluminum alloy block and fittings. A problem is the poor
load-carrying capability and towing ability (750 kilograms – 500 kilograms if
the trailer in question has no brakes). The windshield may be folded down
against the hood if desired. The P3
is basically a museum or collector’s piece for the most part these days, but can
still occasionally be found in use in some Third World former Soviet client
states. Any examples in actual use
would probably no longer have a very good wear rating, due to age and poor
quality of construction. Most P3s
were long ago replaced by the UAZ-469 and later vehicles.
Twilight 2000
Notes: During the Twilight War, the P3 still saw extensive use – though they did
tend to break down a lot. They were
by no means one of the preferred vehicles, but they were often better than no
vehicle at all.
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
$2,825 |
G, A |
700 kg |
2.56 tons |
1+7 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
288/58 |
80/16 |
104 |
33 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Robur Garant 30K
Notes: Pretty
much no longer used by anyone, the Garant 30K (and its diesel-powered sister,
the Garant 32) are now mostly museum and collectors’ pieces.
They were built from 1953-62 in then-East Germany, replacing an older
light truck. Both 4x4 and 4x2
versions were built, with both single and dual rear wheels.
They could have fully-enclosed steel cabs or open-topped cabs.
In all cases, the rear cargo area has slat wooden sides with removable
bows and a canvas tilt. They were
often used to tow artillery in East German Army service, and an ambulance
version was built in small numbers. The Garant 32 used a diesel engine of the
same power as the gasoline engine, but was otherwise identical. The Garant 30K
series had a number of niggling problems, such as the spark plugs which could be
accessed only by removing the air duct assembly, and difficulty accessing common
maintenance items. The original engines developed 54 horsepower, but this was
later increased to 60 horsepower. Note that if the
The LWB version
was also used as the basis for the SK-1 armored car.
After their East German Army service, they were passed on to the East
German Workers’ Militia, but by the time of re-unification, even they weren’t
using these trucks, and they were not exported.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
Garant 30K/32 4x2 SWB (54 hp) |
$3,461 |
G, A or D, A |
1 ton |
3.25 tons |
2+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
Garant 30K/32 4x2 SWB (60 hp) |
$3,477 |
G, A or D, A |
1 ton |
3.25 tons |
2+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
Garant 30K/32 4x2 LWB (54 hp) |
$4,009 |
G, A or D, A |
1 ton |
3.29 tons |
2+8 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
Garant 30K/32 4x2 LWB (60 hp) |
$4,024 |
G, A or D, A |
1 ton |
3.29 tons |
2+8 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
Garant 30K/32 4x4 SWB (54 hp) |
$3,643 |
G, A or D, A |
1 ton |
3.25 tons |
2+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
Garant 30K/32 4x4 SWB (60 hp) |
$3,660 |
G, A or D, A |
1 ton |
3.25 tons |
2+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
Garant 30K/32 4x4 LWB (54 hp) |
$4,219 |
G, A or D, A |
1 ton |
3.29 tons |
2+8 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
Garant 30K/32 4x4 LWB (60 hp) |
$4,236 |
G, A or D, A |
1 ton |
3.29 tons |
2+8 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
Garant 30K/32 4x2 SWB (54 hp) |
186/37 |
52/10 |
72 |
23 or 16 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Garant 30K/32 4x2 SWB (60 hp) |
203/40 |
56/11 |
72 |
26 or 17 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Garant 30K/32 4x2 LWB (54 hp) |
183/37 |
52/10 |
72 |
23 or 16 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Garant 30K/32 4x2 LWB (60 hp) |
200/40 |
56/11 |
72 |
26 or 17 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Garant 30K/32 4x4 SWB (54 hp) |
148/74 |
41/21 |
72 |
23 or 16 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Garant 30K/32 4x4 SWB (60 hp) |
161/81 |
44/22 |
72 |
26 or 17 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Garant 30K/32 4x4 LWB (54 hp) |
145/74 |
41/21 |
72 |
23 or 16 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Garant 30K/32 4x4 LWB (60 hp) |
159/80 |
44/22 |
72 |
26 or 17 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Robur LO-1800A
Notes: This
light truck series replaced the Garant 30K, entering production in 1961 and used
by then-East Germany, Poland, and Hungary.
After re-unification, most of these trucks were scrapped or sold off to
civilians, with some also ending up in museums and in the hands of collectors.
The first version, the LO-1800A, had a forward control cab which tipped
forward for access to the engine and transmission.
The cab was built of steel, and on the right side of the cab’s roof was
an observation hatch (without a weapon mount).
The rear cargo area is basically standard for such a truck, with a canvas
tilt over removable bows, and a tailgate.
The LO-1800A had a 4x4 suspension with two wheels per axle and a spare
tire under the frame.
The LO-1800A was
replaced in production in 1968 by the LO-1801A.
This version is powered by an LO4 70-horsepower gasoline engine. The
LO-1801A version has an LO4/1 engine of the same horsepower as the LO-1800A, but
is easier to maintain. This new
engine is of a somewhat different shape and therefore the shape of the cab has
also changed. The LO-1801A also is
equipped with a front-mounted 5-ton-capacity winch, and a better suspension.
In 1972, the LO-1801A itself was replaced in production by the LO-2002A;
this version looks basically the same as the LO-1801A, but has a slightly more
powerful and lighter LO4/2 75-horsepower engine and a beefed-up suspension which
enables a cargo-carrying increase.
The transmissions in all three cases are manual. Note that cross country, the
LO-1800A and LO-1801A can haul 2.5 tons, and the LO-2002A can haul 2.9 tons on
roads. All three can tow 2.1 tons cross country or 3 tons on roads.
Some of the
variants of these trucks include various van-body types and shelter carriers for
use from anything from command posts to maintenance vehicles.
One version mounted a water purification unit in the rear.
The most unusual variant mounted the DA-66 decontamination shower system,
used to decontaminate personnel and their equipment after radiological or
chemical exposure. This variant has
a shower unit with a heater able to heat the shower water to scalding levels,
and a tent in which to mount the shower as well as separate sections for
contaminated personnel to undress and decontaminated personnel to dress again.
Though there is space in the truck to roll the tent up and store it, in
practice the tent was normally carried in a small trailer towed by the truck;
this trailer also contained stowage boxes for uncontaminated uniforms and
replacement MOPP suits, as well as additional soaps and solvents for
decontamination. These versions
will not otherwise be detailed here.
Twilight 2000
Notes: Despite their age, all three of these trucks were still in fairly common
use by the Polish and Hungarians in the Twilight War.
In Poland, they were mostly issued to reserve and local militia units,
while in Hungary, they were often still found in front-line units.
The Germans also used some of these trucks, mostly to replace combat
losses.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
LO-1800A |
$4,072 |
G, A |
1.8 tons |
5 tons |
3+8 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
LO-1801A |
$4,102 |
G, A |
1.88 tons |
5.88 tons |
3+8 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
LO-2002A |
$4,115 |
G, A |
2.1 tons |
6.24 tons |
3+8 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
LO-1800A |
132/67 |
37/18 |
160 |
31 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
LO-1801A |
120/60 |
33/17 |
160 |
31 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
LO-2002A |
121/61 |
33/17 |
180 |
33 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
Unimog Light Trucks
Notes: This is a
4x4 medium truck built by Germany and used by many nations in Africa, South
America, Southeast Asia, and Europe.
They are license-produced in Argentina, Australia, Indonesia, South
Africa, and Turkey. The layout is
conventional, with an engine up front, a cab behind it, and a rear cargo area
covered with a canvas top. The cab
features a hydraulically suspended driver’s seat that is also adjustable. The
frame and chassis are basically extended versions of each other and have a high
commonality of parts. The cargo area has a drop tailgate and drop sides.
The axles have differential locks and semi-independent suspension. The
Unimog series is known for its excellent cross-country ability despite its 4x4
suspension, and they have a 2-ton-capacity winch for extraction if the vehicle
becomes stuck. The steering and
brakes are power assisted.
The three
Unimogs have different engines. The
U-100L has an OM602 diesel developing 115 horsepower. The U-600L is powered by
an OM616 diesel developing 66 horsepower.
The U1300L has an OM352 diesel developing 130 horsepower.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
U-100L |
$3,539 |
D, A |
1.8 tons |
4.8 tons |
2+6 |
3 |
Headlights |
Open |
U-600L |
$3,175 |
D, A |
1.25 tons |
3.5 tons |
2+6 |
2 |
Headlights |
Open |
U-1300L |
$4,658 |
D, A |
2.25 tons |
7.5 tons |
3+8 |
5 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
U-100L |
195/98 |
54/27 |
85 |
34 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
U-600L |
163/82 |
46/23 |
90 |
19 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
U-1300L |
154/78 |
43/22 |
160 |
38 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
VW 181
Notes: This is
basically an updated version of the World War 2 Kubelwagen.
Like many VW vehicles of the period, the 181 has a trunk in the front of
the car and the engine under the floor at the back.
The body is sheet steel over steel tubes and the top folds down; a
removable fiberglass hard top is optional.
The rear seats may also be folded down to increase the cargo space.
There is post behind the front seats for a weapon.
The suspension is 4x2, and the VW 181 was also available in civilian
versions in several countries, under names such as the Thing in the US, the
Safari in Mexico and the Pescaccia in Italy. All four doors are removable, as is
the convertible top, and the windshield folds down. The VW 181 and its civilian
counterparts were built from 1968 to 1980. 2000 were built for the West German
Army from 1969-70, and used into the 1990s, under the designation Pkw 0.4t.
Vehicle |
Price |
Fuel Type |
Load |
Veh Wt |
Crew |
Mnt |
Night Vision |
Radiological |
44 hp |
$2,340 |
G, A |
450 kg |
1.8 tons |
2+2 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
48 hp |
$2,350 |
G, A |
450 kg |
1.8 tons |
2+2 |
1 |
Headlights |
Open |
Vehicle |
Tr Mov |
Com Mov |
Fuel Cap |
Fuel Cons |
Config |
Susp |
Armor |
44 hp |
251/50 |
70/14 |
40 |
20 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |
48 hp |
267/54 |
74/15 |
40 |
21 |
Stnd |
W(2) |
HF1
HS1 HR1 |