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)

$5,122

D, A

1.2 tons

4.5 tons

1+9

3

Headlights

Open

FM 23.150K (160 hp)

$5,173

D, A

1.2 tons

4.5 tons

1+9

3

Headlights

Open

FM 23.150K Series 106 (150 hp)

$5,173

D, A

1.2 tons

4.5 tons

1+9

3

Headlights

Open

FM 23.150K Series 106 (152 hp)

$5,173

D, A

1.2 tons

4.5 tons

1+9

3

Headlights

Open

Vehicle

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

FM 23.150K (150 hp)

210/74

53/24

116

44

Stnd

T2

HF1 HS1 HR1

FM 23.150K (160 hp)

220/78

56/25

116

47

Stnd

T2

HF1 HS1 HR1

FM 23.150K Series 106 (150 hp)

210/74

53/24

160

40

Stnd

T2

HF1 HS1 HR1

FM 23.150K Series 106 (152 hp)

212/75

53/24

160

40

Stnd

T2

HF1 HS1 HR1

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. On each side of the driver are two small boxes, each a little larger than an ammo can, for storing various items.

Price

Fuel Type

Load

Veh Wt

Crew

Mnt

Night Vision

Radiological

$2,493

G, A

870 kg

735 kg

1+2

1

Headlights

Open

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

146/58

37/15

25

18

Stnd

W(2)

HF0 HS0 HR0

LKW Wolf IFAV

Notes: This light vehicle is in use by German forces and in limited use by the US Marines. 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.

Price

Fuel Type

Load

Veh Wt

Crew

Mnt

Night Vision

Radiological

$3,314

D, A

700 kg

2.1 tons

2+3

2

Headlights

Open

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

288/114

72/29

96

44

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

Mercedes-Benz L-508 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 L-508 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.

Price

Fuel Type

Load

Veh Wt

Crew

Mnt

Night Vision

Radiological

$6,281

D, A

2.11 tons

3.5 tons

3+8

2

Headlights

Open

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

146/29

37/7

200

31

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

Mercedes-Benz Light Vehicle

Notes: This is a light truck built by Germany and used by that country and a number of others in Europe, Eastern Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. It is of standard construction, and resembles a heavily built 4x4 pickup truck. Over 40,000 of these vehicles have been built and sold worldwide. The vehicle is made of sheet steel and has all-wheel drive and traction. This vehicle is built in a number of versions, including utility, ambulance, communications, and NBC decontamination. Two sizes of this vehicle are available, the short and long wheelbase.

Vehicle

Price

Fuel Type

Load

Veh Wt

Crew

Mnt

Night Vision

Radiological

SWB, 72 hp Diesel

$3,139

D, A

700 kg

1.67 tons

2+4

2

Headlights

Open

SWB, 88 hp Diesel

$3,199

D, A

700 kg

1.72 tons

2+4

2

Headlights

Open

SWB, 120 hp Diesel

$3,314

D, A

700 kg

1.82 tons

2+4

2

Headlights

Open

SWB, 90 hp Gas

$3,204

G, A

700 kg

1.73 tons

2+4

2

Headlights

Open

SWB, 150 hp Gas

$3,429

G, A

700 kg

1.92 tons

2+4

2

Headlights

Open

SWB, 164 hp Gas

$3,479

G, A

700 kg

1.97 tons

2+4

2

Headlights

Open

LWB, 72 hp Diesel

$3,646

D, A

1.6 tons

2.68 tons

2+6

2

Headlights

Open

LWB, 88 hp Diesel

$3,706

D, A

1.6 tons

2.73 tons

2+6

2

Headlights

Open

LWB, 120 hp Diesel

$3,821

D, A

1.6 tons

2.83 tons

2+6

2

Headlights

Open

LWB, 90 hp Gas

$3,711

G, A

1.6 tons

2.73 tons

2+6

2

Headlights

Open

LWB, 150 hp Gas

$3,936

G, A

1.6 tons

2.93 tons

2+6

2

Headlights

Open

LWB, 164 hp Gas

$3,986

G, A

1.6 tons

2.98 tons

2+6

2

Headlights

Open

Vehicle

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

SWB, 72 hp Diesel

206/82

52/21

96

26

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

SWB, 88 hp Diesel

234/94

59/24

96

32

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

SWB, 120 hp Diesel

286/114

72/29

96

44

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

SWB, 90 hp Gas

238/94

60/24

96

65

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

SWB, 150 hp Gas

334/134

84/34

96

110

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

SWB, 164 hp Gas

354/142

89/36

96

120

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

LWB, 72 hp Diesel

168/68

42/17

96

26

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

LWB, 88 hp Diesel

190/76

48/19

96

32

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

LWB, 120 hp Diesel

228/92

57/23

96

44

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

LWB, 90 hp Gas

192/76

48/19

96

65

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

LWB, 150 hp Gas

266/106

67/27

96

110

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

LWB, 164 hp Gas

282/112

71/28

96

120

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

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.

Vehicle

Price

Fuel Type

Load

Veh Wt

Crew

Mnt

Night Vision

Radiological

38 hp

$2,901

G, A

375 kg

1.25 tons

2+2

1

Headlights

Open

40 hp

$2,911

G, A

375 kg

1.25 tons

2+2

1

Headlights

Open

44 hp

$2,926

G, A

375 kg

1.25 tons

2+2

1

Headlights

Open

Vehicle

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

38 hp

184/74

46/19

45

27

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

40 hp

192/76

48/19

45

29

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

44 hp

204/82

51/21

45

32

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

P-2M

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 P-3 and the UAZ-469. It essentially looks like a smaller version of the P-3, 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 P-2M has four doors in the sides for entry to the seats. The biggest problems with the P-2M are that it is relatively heavy, underpowered, and the engine is poorly-made and tends to overheat with distressing regularity. Another problem is the poor load-carrying capability and towing ability (750 kg). The P-2M 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.

Twilight 2000: The P-2M 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.

Price

Fuel Type

Load

Veh Wt

Crew

Mnt

Night Vision

Radiological

$3,286

G, A

400 kg

1.77 tons

1+3

1

Headlights

Open

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

254/51

60/13

100

30

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

P-3

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 P-3 has a door for the driver and commander and another door at the rear. The metal body goes halfway up the vehicle; the P-3 may be driven with no top, only a roll bar and the bows, or with bows and a canvas top. The windshield may be folded down against the hood if desired. The P-3 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 P-3s were long ago replaced by the UAZ-469 and later vehicles.

Twilight 2000 Notes: During the Twilight War, the P-3 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

$3,376

G, A

700 kg

1.86 tons

1+7

1

Headlights

Open

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

274/55

65/13

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 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 SWB

$4,422

G, A or D, A

1 ton

2.25 tons

2+6

1

Headlights

Open

Garant 30K/32 LWB

$4,672

G, A or D, A

1 ton

2.29 tons

2+8

1

Headlights

Open

Vehicle

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

Garant 30K/32 SWB

204/51

51/13

72

26 or 17

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

Garant 30K/32 LWB

200/50

50/13

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 had an engine of the same horsepower as the LO-1800A, but was easier to maintain. This new engine was of a somewhat different shape and therefore the shape of the cab also changed. The LO-1801A also was 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 engine and a beefed-up suspension which enabled a cargo-carrying increase. The transmissions in all three cases are manual.

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.

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

$5,156

G, A

1.8 tons

3.2 tons

3+8

2

Headlights

Open

LO-1801A

$5,194

G, A

1.88 tons

3.38 tons

3+8

2

Headlights

Open

LO-2002A

$5,194

G, A

2.1 tons

3.34 tons

3+8

2

Headlights

Open

Vehicle

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

LO-1800A

178/54

45/14

160

30

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

LO-1801A

172/53

43/13

160

30

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

LO-2002A

182/54

45/14

180

32

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, cab behind it, and a rear cargo area covered with a canvas top. The cargo area has a drop tailgate and drop sides. The Unimog series is known for its excellent cross-country ability despite its 4x4 suspension, and many have a winch for extraction if the vehicle becomes stuck.

Vehicle

Price

Fuel Type

Load

Veh Wt

Crew

Mnt

Night Vision

Radiological

U-100L

$4,911

D, A

1.8 tons

3 tons

2+6

2

Headlights

Open

U-600L

$4,095

D, A

1.25 tons

2.25 tons

2+6

2

Headlights

Open

U-1300L

$6,844

D, A

2.25 tons

5.25 tons

3+8

3

Headlights

Open

Vehicle

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

U-100L

192/76

48/19

85

42

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

U-600L

142/56

36/14

90

22

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

U-1300L

134/54

34/14

160

35

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 and the top folds down. The rear seats may also be folded down to increase the cargo space. There is post behind the front seats for a weapon.

Vehicle

Price

Fuel Type

Load

Veh Wt

Crew

Mnt

Night Vision

Radiological

44 hp

$2,926

G, A

450 kg

1.35 tons

2+2

1

Headlights

Open

48 hp

$2,941

G, A

450 kg

1.35 tons

2+2

1

Headlights

Open

Vehicle

Tr Mov

Com Mov

Fuel Cap

Fuel Cons

Config

Susp

Armor

44 hp

232/92

58/23

40

32

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1

48 hp

246/98

62/25

40

35

Stnd

W(2)

HF1 HS1 HR1