Truck 4x4 Battle: UNIMOG vs IVECO vs HINO vs ISUZU

Who takes out the crown for the 'king of the trucks'? This episode brings all that and so much more, with some great characters, tough tracks a convoy of trucks arrive and challenge Simon to a 'drive off'. Suddenly it's Hino, Vs Isuzu Vs Unimog Vs Iveco and Simon has just the right tracks in mind to challenge this group of oversized 4x4 work horses!
The rocky entrance of Soil Pit Track sees two of the trucks swinging off the winch cable whilst the other two clamber up and over the nasty rocks. A second track just a short drive further north brings a set of deep ruts to the party and it's not long before the winch cable is out again!
Plenty of fun mixed in for good measure, making it a very special session of Life Off Road!
Truck 4x4 Battle: UNIMOG vs IVECO vs HINO Vs ISUZU
Hino 300 4x4 truck
isuzu nps 300 4x4

[@4WDTV]

If you like massive trucks check out this decked out MOG in Perth we saw last year: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2WYoHpnidqYoqc

[@crunchied8]

why not Fuso truck as well just wondering

[@4WDTV]

we had four spots available and none of our mates had a Fuso 😁@@crunchied8

[@buckrogers3727]

A mog is a completely different class of vehicle. There was never a contest

[@spyplus7260]

my dream truck

[@ericeaklor1300]

Mine 2

[@gnd4767]

​@@ericeaklor1300mine 3

[@maxmeister747]

I know right. I was thinking about similar trucks to the unimog and I realised there wasn't any. Portal axles are epic.

[@jdm1152]

Matching tire with the other trucks would have pushed this point further, same results is my guess.

[@MrOlgrumpy]

The mog has had about 70 years of development in armies around the world,not to be underestimated.

[@thesayxx]

The mog is basically a tractor on a truck chaises with a high speed gear box. It was made from the start to do hard agricultural work in difficult terrain, after it showed great results in that area the armies started using it.

[@the_retag]

​@@thesayxxand forrestry. Also its long been in use by towns with all the addons, itl do fine in mines....

[@duke6321]

The name says it all, there was no thought of military purposes at the beginning of the development of the vehicle. It was simply a "Uni(UNIversal) MoG (MOtor Gerät) and was developed for agricultural and forestry and municipal purposes. In addition, they also had three possible outputs at the front, the middle and at the rear. So you could have the Unimog built the way you wanted to use it. However, the portal axles are already an important part of the success, and the flexible frame is also conducive to increasing traction.

[@gustavmeyrink_2.0]

The design brief for the Unimog was identical to that of the original Land Rover: Something useful for the post-war farmer that can do almost any job on the farm. Both were first released in 1948. Both were later picked up by their respective armed forces.

[@veequency5609]

The mog was born as an agricultural vehicle not as an army one. Iveco instead…has a military department. And the Iveco daily 4x4 might be the new VM90. The secret of the mog are the portal axel. Capable of wonders but also requiring lots of maintenance.

[@callumhatton599]

Hands down the mog. Used it for many years during my Army days and couldnt wish for a more capable truck to go anywhere, crossed a flooded river once and the water was getting close to the bonnet lid. Amazing piece of kit

[@4WDTV]

no doubt they are awesome

[@Revheadrev]

And you’ll not be surprised at this one mate, but the 40M is a cool looking truck but they’re really not fit for purpose like the MOG was. You have to get special permission to drive them on most roads in Aus as there’s too much weight spread between only 4 tyres!

[@4WDTV]

still sound interesting, would be good to see them in action@@Revheadrev

[@firsttodothat375]

The unimog has been designed for this purpose. The other three are modified by both the manufacturer and the owners, to make them more capable. The tyre choice is one of the most telling features. Diameter and width. The mog tall and narrow ( comparatively to the others).

[@Spatzenterror]

nope. the mog was invented as a tractor an was modified afterwards.

[@stevengunter4990]

​@@Spatzenterroryeah, it was invented as a tractor, and offroad vehicle, while the others are designed as road trucks

[@Arzdnej]

It was the only one that was carrying only itself

[@zjanez2868]

@@Spatzenterror yeah, which is why its so good its literally designed to be able to replace tractors

[@volkerpetersen2671]

😅 the way they put the "Final Boss" music on when the Unimog enters the stage. The Mog is like a fantasy character that put all his points in strength 😊

[@mikelsorenson333]

The Mog is in its own league. Always wanted one, but I am quite impressed with the other 3. They are all very capable - one just needs to know their limitations vs strengths.

[@4WDTV]

it was a fun day for all. Would be great to see how the Iveco would go with 40 inch tyres and no weight in the back.

[@Thomas-bl8tq]

Great Video! I remember a comercial Video of the German Mercedes Truck Company ( Part of Mercedes Benz) They showed all the Big Trucks Like Zetros 4x4, 6x6 and an 8x8 Truck kliming hills and going off road. Some of the cameras where Recording from far up the hills. Later someone askes for the Mog, that was missing in the setup and the narrator sayed : well, who do you thought brought all the cameraequipment up those hills?! 😂

[@4WDTV]

haha, that is outstanding! That you for sharing!

[@iffracem]

I was a mechanic in the Australian Army when the Unimog came into service. The "powers that be" decreed that the low pressure wide tyres (aka super singles, as shown in the video) that was an integral part of the torque tube suspension had to be ditched, and replaced with skinny "Dunlop Militaires". The same basic tyre fitted to the Internationals it replaced. Basically destroyed 80% of the off road capability in one foul swoop. They also mandated that the alternator be replaced with an in house version, 3 times the size, 4 times the weight. This meant you couldn't tilt the cab without first removing this boat anchor of an alternator.... which you couldn't get to without first tilting the cab partially. Typical of decisions made in the '80's by bureaucrats with no idea.

[@4WDTV]

We feel you bro! Good old corporates making decisions that help no one!

[@tonyheuvel4744]

Awesome comparison and content. It was also good to see the Unimog from my old unit absolutely killing it. Bloody good trucks in the bush.

[@4WDTV]

they are amazing for sure!!!

[@WS102]

Mogs are absolute beast mode engaged. They've been building the best all terrain trucks and ag equipment for decades. The other trucks are great for trail use. Mogs are built for going where there are no trails.

[@4WDTV]

That is a great way of looking at it!!!

[@aussiebevo103]

There are plenty of Czech & Russian trucks that would eat mog's all day every day

[@4WDTV]

no doubt, but we don't have those in Australia sorry@@aussiebevo103

[@Haar90]

@@aussiebevo103 well, they at least play in the same league. Eat it? depends on the specific Task you want done.

[@aussiebevo103]

​@4WDTV yeah I know mate. Would be cool if we did though

[@mJlReplicanT001]

Definitely am in hope to see more of these convoys bashing through the bush and anything else .. enjoyed this being an owner myself of one. Cheers guys

[@4WDTV]

we loved making this episode!

[@chistophnorman5155]

One thing to consider with the mog 8s that even if it had the same size tyres as the other trucks it has portal axles so its not as likely to get hung up on the diffs

[@4WDTV]

Portals make a huge difference but we wouldn't;t mind seeing what the Iveco could do if it went from 37s to 40s and had around a quarter the weight on the rear 😜

[@35manning]

​@@4WDTVactually, the Mog was somewhat disadvantaged by the lack of weight on the back. Whilst lighter means you have better get up and go, and you are less likely to sink in soft surfaces, it also means you have less traction. That's why wheel weights for tractors and ballast boxes for heavy haulage trucks exist. More weight means more traction, as long as you have the engine power and gearing to make use of that traction. Without a load on the back, that Mog weights less then half of its designed operational weight.

[@4WDTV]

weight can go both ways which is why most race cars (even off roaders and rock crawlers) aim for the lightest possible weight. So there are pros and cons for both. In the case of these two main obstacles seen in the video, weight was definitely a hindrance for the Iveco but you are right, wheel weights would have helped. There is also a great difference between sprung and unsprung mass.@@35manning

[@willienelsongonzalez4609]

Damn! Unimog any day of the week! That thing is a beast and simply unstoppable! If the Uni-Mog could talk it would say: “Oh, you think off-road is your ally. You merely adopted the trails; I was born on it, moulded by it. I didn’t see roads until I was a fully fledged beast, by then it was nothing to me but a walk in the park! The off-road trails betray you because they belong to me!”

[@mJlReplicanT001]

Have been waiting for someone to do a test against all these types of vehicles.. Drivers will Play a big part in it, but it’s awesome to see the what’s and how’s in these types of situations. Awesome ! Thank you. Ever cross a single cap Iveco wrapped in matte in vic, that’s me ✌🏼

[@4WDTV]

We fortunately had some very experienced drivers for this one!

[@SkylinersYeti]

Great and timely video. I currently tow my travel trailer (caravan) with an International 4700 LP. It is a great rig but only rear wheel drive and low profile. My new trailer is an Imperial Outdoors X 195. Lots of off road capabilities. I want a tow rig that will handle rough roads and still tow a 5 ton trailer. I have always loved the Unimog.

[@kenshin-1135]

Oh boy. The episode I have been waiting for.

[@4WDTV]

That was fun to make and watch. Thank you.

[@DILINGER0]

Iveco is fantastic for its price. A modern, safe, versatile and easy to drive 4x4 monster.

[@4WDTV]

You are right there! It is super comfortable and easy to drive. A real pleasure.

[@jafsterlordbib]

Pleasant bunch of lads enjoying themselves. Wholesome

[@4WDTV]

Well thank you very much. it was just about getting out and having some fun...and we did!

[@gabban7883]

Iveco daily 4x4 is my dream, incredible truck! ❤

[@4WDTV]

you should watch our other videos. It is our feature vehicle in most episodes

[@melrichardson2392]

This is awesome guys thanks great job to all of you

[@4WDTV]

Thank you for watching and glad you enjoyed it.

[@miketo201]

This was a fun one to be apart of

[@leotruuut245]

My grandpa was in the German army, as an engineer I think. He drove Unimogs on testing grounds of the army, he always showed me videos of it. He loves it for a reason.

[@tonydownunder5703]

About time you put on a good one 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍💪💪

[@ozziefarmboy3569]

Nice to see these 4wd trucks together being tested we need more of this

[@4WDTV]

was definitely a fun episode rot shoot.

[@fredfred4086]

Yes, it is good to see the best of the best compete.

[@4WDTV]

still ore trucks to test, more fun!!!@@fredfred4086

[@aussiebevo103]

Awesome video. Loved seeing this. Old mate Tim from ultimate9 is a spitting image of JFK

[@4WDTV]

HAHA, too true, very interesting comment!

[@unidanengineering]

Awesome video team. Was good to those other rigs shape up, would love to see some different terrains down the line.

[@4WDTV]

Haha, you guys were on our list to reach out to. We'd love to get you involved with our shows and join us on some of our adventures. How about it?

[@unidanengineering]

@@4WDTV Sounds awesome, would be keen for that! Give us a bell when the time comes.

[@4WDTV]

Thanks, just sent an email to [e-mail]@@unidanengineering

[@aria8928]

Enjoyed seeing these houses on wheels taken up offroad tracks much more than i thought i would.

[@4WDTV]

well thank you for giving it a go!

[@jeremyharris4415]

Awesome video I had a great idea that the jeep wrangler would have no drama with betting the 300 series

[@ja10ni]

And that shows the Differences between Trucks who look like real Offroader and a "Truck" who is a real Offroader. ;) Nice to see how a Unimog can impress around the World. Greetings from Germany. ✌

[@4WDTV]

well it's not so straight forward but yes... The Isuzu is a very popular touring rig and definitely far more so than the Unimog. So when it comes to serious overloading in Australia, most will prefer the Isuzu

[@louiebodenstaff6772]

Brilliant!

[@tazyt3388]

There all pretty incredible rigs mate it’s a whole other level of expensive to buy and fix the inevitable busted stuff though ,very cool vid man hope ya well cheers

[@4WDTV]

haha, Iveco wanted $4K plus for what was essentially a complete CV, so yeah he get it... but we did fix it with a $120 uni joint!

[@4WDTV]

We are all good thank you and hope you are well too!

[@tazyt3388]

@@4WDTV thats the way mate

[@christurner68]

Put a 2t load on the back of that mog it would bea much more comfortable ride. Spent many years teaching people to drive them. One of my most favourite vehicles.

[@4WDTV]

We get what you are saying, but we also think that if you lightened the load on. that poor Iveco and added taller tyres, it would have been a much closer race 😜

[@TheRaptor1967]

@@4WDTV Yes, probably. But that was a stock mog with tires. Only lacking comfort and that's fixable (kinda). And hay, the mog is 35+ yo, hard to compare comfort between today and 35 years ago.

[@4WDTV]

That's true. We need to see what the newer Mogs are like!@@TheRaptor1967

[@manyuhahulisani2091]

The way i keep re-watching 4wd Tv videos over and over just makes me want to push hard, move to Australia someday to come and have fun with you guys😅😅💯💯

[@4WDTV]

That would be awesome!!!

[@robsdeviceunknown]

Yeah I was going to move to Australia. In 1996. Then that stupid gun ban happened. I literally had my home up for sale when that happened. Was a close one. But I will never sacrifice my 2A. So America is where i stayed.

[@manyuhahulisani2091]

@robsdeviceunknown I love Australia for its 4x4 culture, its my everyday dream to own a 4x4 and go play Off-Road

[@4WDTV]

Come and visit!!!@@manyuhahulisani2091

[@4WDTV]

Gun ban? Our firearms were never banned. We do plenty of gun content and we just received our 10th rifle. Will have a new video on that one shortly. We did though get some firearms restrictions, specifically on semi auto ownership but there are ways around it and there are still plenty in civilian hands@@robsdeviceunknown

[@Pyjamarama11]

"EGT Glazing uses work truck for family trips" Writes the ATO 😂😂😂

[@4WDTV]

marketing opportunities 😜

[@Aphony66]

Lol! Its a CSSB mog too with that typical rising sun badge on the door😂

[@4WDTV]

still got the job done 😁

[@user-ls3rr3ti5h]

LETS GOOOOOOO THE MOOOOOG! DOMINATED the tracks, in a tug of war it'd break all the others combined

[@4WDTV]

it is a wicked machine alright. Did everything far too easily. The Iveco was a good second but with bigger tyres and unloaded it would have been far closer.

[@brentvalentine]

I drove a 67 Unimog that my boss and I made road legal for Canada. I got to 'loosen it up' for a week, it had been parked for some time. It was an amazing offroader. Everyone I took with me offroading said it rode like a Caddy. It went everywhere I pointed it. I wish I would have had the 20 grand to buy one at the time.

[@4WDTV]

that would have been awesome!

[@annettemay5743]

It was good to see the 3 top selling 4 x 4 trucks on the market battle it out, and then came the unimog lol. Would on loved a quick spec sheet for a comparison. and also to see them 3/4's loaded up. After all who goes up the bush empty. Were the tyres pressure set at different pressure for all trucks? did any have an exhaust brake? and who had power dividers, rear diff locks and or front diff locks. But cheers still good to watch.

[@vicbittertoo]

The Isuzus have a standard rear autolocker similar to the detroit lockers , not sure about the others

[@Captain-Awesome]

The trucks you guys drive over there are awesome! I can’t think of any trucks we have that fill the gap between Semi-Trucks and typical Heavy Duty trucks like a Ford F350, F450 or RAM or Chevy 3500 or 4500 trucks. There are flatbed tow trucks but nothing as fun as what you guys have going on in this video.

[@morganb4463]

No doubt about it. Cool vid

[@4WDTV]

Thank you mate. It was fun to make!

[@andyg9991]

Great video, if not quite a fair comparison. The MOG and the Iveco both have front and rear lockers, the Isuzu and Hino don't. Lock them all up and it would make it more even, though of course, the MOG would still come out on top. Personally, Im still going for an Isuzu. Proven over many years, lots of aftermarket support (including front and rear lockers!) and you can buy parts anywhere due to Isuzu's extensive dealer network.

[@TheRaptor1967]

Mog also has Portals. My fav definitely the Mog from when I started to learn about them 10 years ago. Cant say the Isuzu out reliabilities the mog (is that a word?). expensive maybe but Merc still produce all the parts for all the mogs delivered to defence departments in the past. Those parts still made and delivered to whole world, can also be ordered direct.

[@jim.franklin]

Excellent video guys, all trucks were impressive, the Iveco was better than I expected but the Hino and Isuzu were impressive for what they are - the Mog is just another leve. It would be interesting to fit portal axles to the Ivecol, I think that would compete head to head with the Mog then.

[@4WDTV]

Very true. we would be happy just to see how much closer it was if the the Iveco had 40s and no load on the rear.

[@PrimalOutdoors]

Good show, Simon. Jason

[@4WDTV]

haha, oh awesome thank you. Was great meeting up and let's keep in contact please

[@karlk6860]

I have been a Unimog owner for about 15 years now and I also collect US Military trucks and belong to both a state and a world wide military truck collectors group and we generally every summer go on an off road excursion every year a lot of the times is on logging trails in MN. Its always fun and always the same thing as far as trucks making it through the muck and the Mog is always so much more capable in this stuff I mean to the point of the other trucks are running in low range 6x6 and in the Mog I am in 3 rd gear and havent even engaged the 4x4 yet! Its a different class of truck!

[@whya2ndaccount]

There's a reason why we in the ADF bought a bunch of them. Mind you even its not too flash compared to my old off road vehicle, a Leopard 1.

[@4WDTV]

now that would be fun!!!

[@TheRaptor1967]

LOL. One of them really would catch every eye on the track. Might be a bit hard on the tracks though :) Most photographed vehicle doing gunshot Cape York?

[@whya2ndaccount]

@@TheRaptor1967 If by "tracks" you mean the metal/rubber component - unlikely. If by "tracks" you mean the route through the forest, again limited as the tank's ground pressure is lower than a person's spread along the entire surface in contact with the ground, as opposed to the four small areas where the truck tyres are in contact with the ground.

[@4WDTV]

yes that would be an eye opener!!!@@TheRaptor1967

[@the_retag]

​@@TheRaptor1967its how you make new tracks lol

[@AlienLivesMatter]

Mog in a league of it's own in the mud and up a scramble, but also outnof it's league at autobahn speed. Highway show down of the same set would be interesting viewing.

[@MauroFVG]

Great video! I was just wandering, why haven't you included also a Kamaz? Especially in the light of this brand achievements in off road motor sports.

[@4WDTV]

Thank you for the feedback! In all honesty it was just a bunch of friends with trucks and we got them all together for this day out. But also the Kamaz is not available in Australia, we don't have them sadly or the sport they compete in.

[@MauroFVG]

@@4WDTV Cheers mate, I appreciate your reply!

[@kevinsummersford4112]

Hi guys great episode I've just recently gotten into these trucks and all the set up recently I knew the mog had a big chance to win these obstacles but to be fair with the other trucks to me it a matter of finding their sweet spots and how they perform I love my 4wdriving haven't been for a while as I got a soon to be 4 yr old boy and a 1 year old daughter which I hope they can get into camping and 4wdriving one day but for now where I live in Queensland I'm up near the pine forests so I stick to mild tracks to slowly introduce 4wdriving to my boy it's still keeps my dream alive driving my 05 105 cruiser, looking forward to the next episode

[@4WDTV]

yes get back into it soon mate and get that `105 off road. The kids will love it!

[@CaptZenPetabyte]

I'd love a Mog, have wanted one for ages and always looking at the Frontline Machinery Auctions to see what there is almost on a monthly basis

[@4WDTV]

fingers crossed you can find what you are after!

[@TheRaptor1967]

@@4WDTV - Yeah, supply (in Australia at least) from Pickles and the like won't last forever. Also I think Once the ADF finish selling them off, the private price will start going up. :(

[@4WDTV]

front Line machinery still have stock but yes, exactly right, it can't last forever.@@TheRaptor1967

[@firsttodothat375]

Great video

[@brycechessum4684]

Unimogs started as a tractor with a cab on road use was secondary, after that they got better.

[@thesayxx]

The tractor part was always primary in the design of the mog. Even to this day.

[@Maybe-you-know-me.]

Portal axles for the win, I’d fit a separator plow in front of the differential. Maybe on hydraulics? Also thinking a hydraulic lifter on the frame could come in handy for recovery.

[@4WDTV]

sounds like some great ideas!!!

[@seventytwo1001000]

Would have loved to see an OKA in the lineup as well, it would have definitely given these trucks a run for thier money

[@armoredp]

It probably still wouldn't have performed a well as the Mog, because it would be heavier. Granted the Mog is kinda cheating here by just having a flatbed.

[@andrefischer5025]

You should see what the smaller U1300L Unimog can do when fitted with worker group gears.

[@4WDTV]

We would love to

[@andrefischer5025]

@@4WDTV come up to the territory next dry season and I show you

[@4WDTV]

sounds like fun. Is it too big for the mud holes out near Howard Springs 😜@@andrefischer5025

[@andrefischer5025]

@@4WDTV I said “dry Season”? Did I 😂?

[@4WDTV]

nah nah, we didn't see that at all 😂😂😂@@andrefischer5025

[@51KTM51Hurricane]

All are awesome Trucks!! Awesome trails. And yeah portal axle helps a lot. There is a Russian Manufactory where builds a lot portal axle for different Cars

[@4WDTV]

Volvo C303 portals are popular in SE Asia.

[@TankedMush]

Unimog. Most fun and a beast of a vehicle. No matter what you throw at it, it endures. I remember having to hill start a mog for weeks on end, because the solenoid was cactus. Can be done in reverse too, that was pretty hairy.

[@4WDTV]

sounds like a fun few weeks mate!!!

[@user-bh1bt1uh9x]

多謝！

[@4WDTV]

Bu Ke Qi

[@jasonplazar-yd9ch]

Next time try the GAZ Trackmaster 👍🏾

[@friktionrc]

Can’t believe you didn’t use the Terminator theme every time that Mog was in shot 😂

[@ThePeachteats]

Came to see the mog slay, was not disappointed!

[@4WDTV]

glad we could live up to your dreams!

[@lynxoflight72]

being raised on a farm and with a unimog in the barn you learn to appreciate the power of big tires on offroad trucks. a unimog will go up a hill if you make it. all the features make it almost too easy. portal axles give you so much clearance and the huge tires make climbing up things aswell as keeping traction incredibly easy. The other trucks are really cool too, dont get me wrong, but ill never settle for anything less than a unimog myself.

[@Werkar27]

That was an amazing showdown. The Mog just dominated even without any weight in the back, which was expected given the bigger tyres and portals. However, the Iveco is the GOAT for me. Did amazingly well loaded up. Cheers for the showdown guys 👍

[@4WDTV]

Thank you mate. We reckon bigger tyres on the Iveco an less load on the rear would even things up a bit. When it comes to an all rounder though, the Iveco is a beast!

[@Alidilman]

​@@4WDTVIveco only worry would be reliability

[@4WDTV]

We have done ok with our's wondering how hard we go on a regular basis@@Alidilman

[@volkerpetersen2671]

Love the Iveco and I think it fills the gap between a Hilux / LC and a Unimog perfect.

[@4WDTV]

that's a great way of looking at it@@volkerpetersen2671

[@Dnotmans]

The line master 🙏

[@4WDTV]

haha, quite a few lines to choose from and a number of winch lines pulled out by old mate! Or is there another line in there 😜

[@johnmartin2079]

The unimog would be complete with a habitat on the back. What a beast

[@4WDTV]

They have. a lot to offer

[@kevin50087]

This am awesome episode

[@adriaannikken7519]

Useful shootout

[@4WDTV]

Just a bit of fun mate with a few friends. We had a ball but that Unimog showed us all.

[@skulijakobsson5116]

Much Enjoyment 👍😎

[@4WDTV]

awesome, glad you stopped in for a view!

[@davetaylor4741]

You can have all sorts of fancy crap you don't need. And go nowhere fast. Or you can have a Unimog. Go pretty much anywhere. And less to go wrong. As someone that hates modern cars. And the way they drive you. And tell you what to do. The Unimog has everything I would want.

[@ashh7730]

It's great to see a review of these trucks doing more than touring tracks. If you're considering any of these trucks, consider investing the difference in the price of purchase into a Unimog you get a 100kph+ on-road capable truck with all the modern features of the rest. Japanese dual cab 4x4 trucks cost from $80-100k secondhand with Super singles, Iveco Dual cab cost $90 - 120k secondhand. Now buy a Mog at auction for $30k and invest the difference of $50-90k in maintenance and comfort and you have a road-friendly supersized 4x4. The only down side from there is it will only be a single cab.

[@4WDTV]

There are dual cab Mogs in Australia but how do you get a Mog to do 100kph reliably?

[@TheOutFit]

​@@4WDTVoverdrive gearbox for $20k

[@4WDTV]

Yeah ok nice. How does it affect low range?@@TheOutFit

[@johngibson3837]

Some mogs were optioned with hi speed diffs, think that gives 65mph, oversize tyres like 395 miicheli or 425 continental give the same, standard gearbox can also have working group gears and crawler gears

[@4WDTV]

expensive we bet.@@johngibson3837

[@michaelbruchas6663]

In the US the Unimog is out there - in various configurations, but only 2WD Hino’s and Isuzu’s are here on box truck chassis. Iveco has faded away here. FedEx used their little box trucks in the early days. I watch the annual Dakar Rally and marvel at the big 4WD monsters which drive it.

[@tombulli1236]

Nice to see how Unimog succeeds ;) Greeting from Germany :)

[@4WDTV]

haha, we have had a few viewers from Germany. Welcome friend!

[@tombulli1236]

​@@4WDTV I almost thought... :)

[@chevymarioana]

@@4WDTV i am a viewer from germany too.. i own a unimog 1300L since 2016 and i use it mostly for offroad

[@4WDTV]

Oh great. Welcome and Merry Christmas!@@chevymarioana

[@Expedition_Tranquilo]

Awesome comparison, thanks! How’s the reliability of the Iveco? Any issues with the transfer case or brakes overheating?

[@4WDTV]

Both the transfer and brakes have been upgraded 😜

[@Expedition_Tranquilo]

@4WDTV 👊 who did the upgrades? Any other issues?

[@4WDTV]

360 did the transfer case and Rugged Brakes did the brake upgrade. The biggest thing we did though can't be mentioned publicly but it has made a huge difference to the reliability 😜@@Expedition_Tranquilo

[@astromarky123]

I liked the part where they told us absolutely nothing at all about the trucks, and what makes them different or any kind of comparison for off roading usage. But at least they managed to get in at least half dozen adverts in there

[@4WDTV]

Geez you were thorough with your watching then thank you. The Iveco is featured almost every week on the show, we have had it for four years and the the others were pretty much just standard apart from tyres. The only real difference was the front lockers and tyre size but most of that was mentioned during the episode. Thank you for watching 😁

[@astromarky123]

@@4WDTV it was more as a stand alone video comparing them. Didn't mention anything more technical. Engine, low ranges, Axel types. Everyone knows a unimog has portals and that's about as much as you go into it in Terms of a comparison. Good filming and video, very much 4wd 24/7 style. I just wanted and was expecting more about the actual machines. And less of an advert promoting goods, also a 24/7 gripe

[@4WDTV]

Appreciate the feedback thank you.@@astromarky123

[@4WDTV]

well we just think this is a great excuse to go back and shoot the video again but cover all the aspects of the vehicles! Great idea thank you@@astromarky123

[@shauncharlesporter2589]

I drove mogs in standard and MPV configurations in one of the remotest places in Africa, one awesome vehicle.

[@4WDTV]

they are superb off roaders and carry a heap of personality

[@ClovisPoint]

Have a 404 ,smaller and petrol ,but the best 4x4 i ever had

[@4WDTV]

they are awesome vehicles @@ClovisPoint

[@pferris3591]

I'm not ashamed to admit that I hit the like button the minute I saw the Westie, lol. I mean, I was going to like it anyway, but I do love westies! 😅

[@4WDTV]

haha so cool thank you. Little Charlie is a big personality for sure!

[@danielmarshall4587]

This was AWEOME thank you gentlemen for bringing us this vid, though in fairness the Unimog is not really in the same category as the other three. Also the Unimog is far older.

[@4WDTV]

Very true although we would love to see how much closer the Iveco could get with 40 inch tyres and no load in the rear. It is super heavy!

[@danielmarshall4587]

@@4WDTV The other three are spot on and being new are very probably cheeper to run.

[@4WDTV]

not a bad summation 😁@@danielmarshall4587

[@user-ct6ev9nu8e]

In addition to much better cross-country ability, the Unimog is also much more reliable than all other vehicles in the test; its transmission and engine are much more reliable, and this is a very important factor for traveling to remote places.

[@4WDTV]

Yes true but the Unimog is terrible on the road and took an hour to catch up for this short trip 😜

[@user-ct6ev9nu8e]

@@4WDTV I agree, but this is if we talk about traction gearboxes in Unimog. But all Unimogs, including this one in the test, also have high-speed gears, which came from the factory as an option and were also installed on those Unimogs where speed is needed; there is nothing stopping you from buying and installing them yourself if the car drives long distances on the highway. Thanks to the high-speed gears, Unimogs, including this model in the test, have a high comfortable cruising speed, higher than that of a Hino or Isuzu.

[@sebaseba1982]

Great great video💪👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🤩😍🥰

[@4WDTV]

Yeah thank you mate!!!

[@colinwheeler4166]

There is a reason why the Australian army used them. Because they are so capable. War zones aren't easy to traverse.

[@4WDTV]

they are very impressive!

[@abcdef-qk6jf]

Even the US Marines have used them.

[@jasondaley6723]

Always count on the MOG !!

[@4WDTV]

just not for the long slow uncomfortable ride there and back 😂 but yes, off road they are awesome!

[@pinzgauerbelgium]

I tryed and made a mog look stupid in my steyr puch pinzgauer.

[@4WDTV]

Sounds epic, we love the old Pinzs!@@pinzgauerbelgium

[@user-fl9qv7ud4d]

Nice trucks, mercedes Benz love it, come test these trucks in kenyan offroads.

[@4WDTV]

Thank you for the offer. Please book our tickets 😜

[@markusimmer2857]

Just a demonstration about traction vs. weight! But the Iveco did quite well.

[@4WDTV]

sure! but how about rolling diameter, clearance, front locker, etc? You are right, we'd love to see the Iveco on 40s with no weight on the back.

[@LEF3133]

Have Iveco in our fleet and when they go it’s good. When they don’t, it’s a long long long wait for spares/repairs.

[@MKMTA]

Makes the Daily look small 😳

[@4WDTV]

haha, the unimog is huge on 47s!

[@iwaswrongabouteveryhthing]

no mention of: average fuel consumption, truck price new and used, will it sit at 110kph, engine size, gearbox info, country of origin, fuel consumption on day, engine power, service intervals, service costs, parts availability, depreciation, weight, towing capacity, length and width, truck or car licence, insurance prices, aftermarket parts, clubs, sales figures, do emergency services use them, pros and cons, interior quality, build quality, reputation, seats, dashboards, rpm at 110kph, 2 seater or 4 seater options, do mines use them- why/why not, tyre life, tyre costs, tyre PSI, turning radius, height

[@4WDTV]

and the ist continues. Some great ideas for three or four more episodes right there. Maybe we should do more content on these trucks 😁

[@TheFastphill]

i have both a mog and a hino but my hino has 14 by 20R on it but the mog will just not stop at any thing but i have driven a old 406 Unimog with is probably the best offroad a bit smaller and lighter

[@4WDTV]

exactly right mate!

[@KLEVEREDi0T]

First of all it was fun watching, 2nd Mog Is a different Thing . Other 3 Did Good , But HINO Was empty Bedded . It was not Getting grip on the Rear , Obvious. That's Why it needed Tow on every Obstacle Almost.

[@EnsVibes]

Flour tortillas are a must after having an off road adventure

[@AramatAdventures]

No Pinzgauer? Yeah, it's old and dated, but still one of the best raw 4x4 vehicles out there.

[@4WDTV]

Thank you. We have had a lot of questions like this. It just wasn't available at the time and is much rarer than the others.

[@chir0pter]

rolling up like Transformers about to battle

[@shahbaba4x4world16]

Unimog is Unimog ❤❤❤ i have the same model just love it.

[@abcdef-qk6jf]

The Mog is a piece of kit in its own right. It's made ab factory to be getting the job done. The others would need customization to be like the Unimog. On top of that you can be getting an Unimog factory made to be even more capable. With factory support. An Unimog doesn't come cheap - if you're not into the extreme - moneywise the others are great alternatives.

[@4WDTV]

yes, almost a league of it's own! But it would be interesting to see how the Iveco went with even just 40 inch tyres and no weight on the rear. It is extremely capable from factory too.

[@Ganiscol]

Portal axles - The final argument to any debate 😅

[@4WDTV]

haha, they are awesome but the 47 inch tyres help too!

[@chrisbarnes2823]

There are 4x4’s then there is the UniMog! I have a 1969 diesel IIA 109 LandRover with full lock on all diffs, makes modern vehicles look stupid. Uses compressed air for the locks and starting the engine, or hand crank. I have two deep cycle batteries for the glow plugs and camping.

[@FuDaVan]

the only trucks i consider to be a competition for an unimog are tatra and kamaz

[@user-ji7jy6dr8l]

As usual, the UNIMOG sets the standard which everything else struggles to meet. It’s difficult to improve upon near-perfection. UNIMOG 100% 😎

[@4WDTV]

Except we had to wait an extra hour for him to arrive as he is so slow of the freeway 😂

[@hammadkhan160]

Never had a doubt who will come on top.

[@ranjitsian5481]

Nice 👍

[@4WDTV]

Thank you.

[@stevenloynds3691]

Question from an amateur, what's the track damage after these trucks have been through compared to reg size 4x4s. I can imagine if these vehicles become more popular they will tear tracks apart that a standard vehicle with 4 inch lifts, lockers and 35s will end up struggling.

[@4WDTV]

it is actually the opposite. In most cases they are more capable and do far less damage. Put is this way, a bigger tyre has a greater rolling diameter and a much bigger footprint so the impact on the terrain is far less. Not only does it present with far less pounds per square inch of force on the ground, it offers far greater traction and rolls up a dover things with much greater ease. hence there is less need to drive aggressively. All the track damage we encountered was from two things, much smaller vehicles and the main cause; storm water. Anyone who spends time in the outdoors knows that rain water does far more damage to the terrain than vehicles could ever do. These vehicles are already popular, there are plenty getting around and my final point is because of the bigger wheel track and wheel base, they typically get up and over obstacles more easily as they don't sit in the major dug out areas caused by smaller vehicles. There are always exceptions to the case but it is all about being a responsible driver and these vehicles had far less impact on these tracks compared to what four smaller cars with smaller tyres and less capability would have done. 😁