Almost every military soldier was certainly allowed to drive through the most difficult terrain in what is probably the best off-road vehicle in the world. We’re talking about the Steyr-Puch Pinzgauer, which was produced in Austria from 1967 to 2000 and then in Great Britain for a few years. A total of 30,000 pieces saw the light of day and found buyers in numerous other countries around the world in addition to the armed forces. The “workhorse” has been phased out of the army for years. Now a successor has been found.
After years of searching, the decision was made to choose an Italian vehicle: the MUV 4×4 from Iveco. The “Noriker”, as the variant for the Austrian armed forces will be called, was presented on Monday at a press conference. Just like the Pinzgauer, the 180 hp military vehicle (depending on the engine and equipment, the Pinzgauer only has between 84 and 115 hp, note) with its switchable all-wheel drive designed for the most difficult terrain. “Mobility is improved by a permanent all-wheel drive with lockable differentials. An independent front suspension ensures balanced off-road capability, handling and reliability. ESP and ABS further improve performance and there is also the option of run-flat tires,” says the manufacturer’s website. The van, single and double cab and chassis variants are designed to meet all possible requirements Capacity to quickly transport and deploy up to 14+2 people with equipment. The highest permissible payload is four tons and therefore more than the Pinzgauer (see also info box below). Production in Austria: 1971 to 2000 Production in GB: 2000 to 2007 Two basic variants: 4 wheels with all-wheel drive or 6 wheels with all-wheel drive: diesel or gasoline engine Width: 180 cm Height: 216 cm Curb weight around two tons, permissible total weight 3, 5 tons of crew (depending on equipment): driver plus nine people or driver plus ten people. Arnie also has a Pinzgauer. By the way, many of the decommissioned Pinzgauers are in private hands – including after auctions by the Ministry of Defense. Incidentally, Hollywood star Arnold Schwarzenegger is also a big fan. A few years ago, the “Terminator” had a 6×6 718 K model built according to his own ideas. He was also criticized for this, because the Pinzgauer is not really climate-friendly.
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