Mercedes launches M-Class Guard
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the M-Class Guard, a high-security edition of its SUV that’ll be a rival for existing models such as the Land Rover Discovery 4 Armoured and the BMW X5 Security.
Based on either the diesel ML 350 BlueTEC or the petrol ML 500, the Guard comes with a complete package of integrated protection measures. They include thicker laminated glass all-round, modified doors, run-flat tyres and extra metal in the pillars, roof and front bulkhead.
Consequently, the M-Class has been certified to VR4 ballistic resistance standards. If additional blast defence is required, then floor armour can be fitted as an option.
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As would be expected, those modifications have had an adverse effect on kerb weight. At 2,765 kg (6,095 lbs) the ML 350 BlueTEC Guard is 590 kg (1,300 lbs) heavier than the standard vehicle, for example.
The added bulk has in turn increased acceleration times and fuel consumption is worse. However, it’s claimed that neither the ride nor the handling have suffered, thanks to the fitment of stronger axle components, air suspension and adaptive damping.
Both left- and right-hand drive versions of the M-Class Guard will be available when sales begin later this month. In Germany the ML 350 BlueTEC Guard is priced from €105,050, while the ML 500 Guard costs €118,650.
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Based on either the diesel ML 350 BlueTEC or the petrol ML 500, the Guard comes with a complete package of integrated protection measures. They include thicker laminated glass all-round, modified doors, run-flat tyres and extra metal in the pillars, roof and front bulkhead.
Consequently, the M-Class has been certified to VR4 ballistic resistance standards. If additional blast defence is required, then floor armour can be fitted as an option.
+Front+Side+X-Ray.jpg "Mercedes-Benz M-Class Guard (2013) Front Side X-Ray")
As would be expected, those modifications have had an adverse effect on kerb weight. At 2,765 kg (6,095 lbs) the ML 350 BlueTEC Guard is 590 kg (1,300 lbs) heavier than the standard vehicle, for example.
The added bulk has in turn increased acceleration times and fuel consumption is worse. However, it’s claimed that neither the ride nor the handling have suffered, thanks to the fitment of stronger axle components, air suspension and adaptive damping.
Both left- and right-hand drive versions of the M-Class Guard will be available when sales begin later this month. In Germany the ML 350 BlueTEC Guard is priced from €105,050, while the ML 500 Guard costs €118,650.
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