The following figures apply when driving in ideal conditions. The figures in actual conditions may be different, depending on the type of surface, the surrounding terrain and the load being carried. It is the responsibility of the driver to decide whether or not the vehicle is capable of safely negotiating a particular situation WARNING!.
Maximum gradient (climbing ability)
Vertical rise over a distance of 100 metres (expressed in degrees or as a percentage). The maximum gradient which the vehicle can climb under its own power (depends on factors including the nature of the surface, engine power, etc.). Maximal permissible uphill gradient: 31°.
Side tilt angle
When driving along the side of a slope (i.e. not directly in the fall line): the maximum gradient which the vehicle can safely negotiate without tipping over sideways (depends on the centre of gravity). Maximal permissible side tilt angle: 35°.
Ramp angle (breakover angle)
Maximum angle of a ramp or crest that the vehicle can negotiate slowly without the underside of the vehicle grounding.
- Vehicles without pneumatic suspension: maximum ramp angle: 21.1°
- Vehicles with adaptive air suspension*: maximum ramp angle: 23.8° (raised level 2)
Approach angle
When approaching a steep slope from a horizontal surface, or when approaching a horizontal surface from a downhill slope: The maximum angle of an approaching slope that the vehicle can negotiate slowly without the bumper or underside of the vehicle contacting the ground.
- Vehicles without pneumatic suspension: maximum approach angle: 21.0° (front); 23.4° (rear)
- Vehicles with adaptive air suspension*: maximum approach angle at raised level 2: 23.5° (front), 25.4° (rear)
Ground clearance
Distance between the road surface and the lowest point on the underside of the vehicle.
- Vehicles without pneumatic suspension: ground clearance: 204.8 mm
- Vehicles with adaptive air suspension*: maximum ground clearance: 239.8 mm (raised level 2)
Exceeding the maximum values listed here can lead to serious personal injuries or damage to the vehicle.
- All figures were measured on even, firm surfaces with good grip and in dry weather conditions.
- Off-road conditions will, of course, be less favourable. You are advised never to utilise the vehicle's capabilities to the full, always leave an extra margin for safety.