Axles with the portal design give the Unimog U 4000/U 5000 its extraordinary ground clearance. This enables it to conquer even very rough terrain and obstacles up to a height of half a metre. Reduction on the hub drive means that the full torque takes effect on the ground - for increased traction on difficult terrain.
Unimog U 4000 / U 5000
Portal axles
Extraordinary ground clearance.
Portal axles: Effortless over rough and smooth.
Advantages at a glance.
- The axle tube and differential are significantly smaller than on lorries and are positioned over the wheel centre
- Differentials that are positioned away from the wheel centre guarantee high ground clearance even on rutted paths
Portal axles.
1. Hub reduction gear
2. Wheel centre
3. Axle centre
