Saurer 2DM

Saurer 2DM, 4x4

Swiss Army Saurer 2DM
Place of origin   Switzerland
Service history
In service 1964 - ?
Used by Switzerland
Production history
Designer Adolph Saurer AG
Designed 1959
Manufacturer Saurer
Produced 1963 -?
Number built approx. 3200
Variants 6DM Flatbed truck, Snowplow, Dumptruck, aircraft /Tank fueltruck
Specifications
Weight 7100kg
Length 7,37m
 length 4,2m (wheelbase)
Width 2,3m
Height 3,2m
Crew 1+ 2Pax in cabin

Engine Saurer, Typ CT3D
135 PS / 99 kW
Payload capacity 4900 kg
Transmission Saurer 2 D
Suspension 4x4 wheeled
Fuel capacity 160 l
Speed 74 km/h

The Saurer 2DM is a truck model, which established by the Adolph Saurer AG at Arbon from in 1959. The payload of 4.9 tonnes, it is a right hand drive. The Swiss Army used the 2DM since 1964, in several special versions, such as dump trucks, snow plow or tanker for aircraft or tanks. Almost identical was the model Berna 2VM from Berna Olten. Starting in 1964, approx 3200 units were built in all different varieties. The 2DM was also sold for civilian purposes.

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