Based mostly on the Mercedes G63 AMG 6×6, Brabus has developed tremendous off-roaders: the Brabus XLP 800 6×6 Journey with 800 ps/1000 Nm (788 hp/737 lb-ft) and the Brabus XLP 900 6×6 Superblack with 900 ps/1250 Nm (887 hp/922 lb-ft), each costing properly over 1 million euro ($1.1 million).
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In 2014, Mercedes impressed off-road followers with the restricted version Mercedes G 63 AMG 6×6 which on the time value round 500,000 euro ($550,000). The Mercedes G 63 AMG 6×6 was geared up with the previous 5.5-litre twin-turbo V8 growing 544 ps/536 hp and 760 Nm/560 lb-ft. Because of the portal axles and off-road tyres, the highest velocity was restricted to 160 kph/99 mph.
Now, Brabus involves the rescue of those that need a extra highly effective and quicker Mercedes G-Class 6×6. The German tuner gives two variations of the G-Class 6×6, another highly effective than the opposite.
The primary of them known as the Brabus XLP 800 6×6 Journey which has the well-known 4-litre twin-turbo V8 below the bonnet growing 800 ps/788 hp and producing a most torque of 1000 Nm/737 lb-ft. The 6.23 meter (245 in)-long mannequin with all-wheel drive on all six wheels and three portal axles attain 100 kph/62 mph in simply 5.8 seconds.
Energy of 800 ps/788 hp is achieved at 6,600 rpm and most torque of 1000 Nm/737 lb-ft is offered from 3,600 rpm. To accommodate the second rear axle, Bottrop engineers have lengthened the ladder body and developed a metal body on which all 4 rear wheels relaxation. Brabus says this body has the identical rigidity because the manufacturing mannequin with a single rear axle.
Because of the portal axles, the bottom clearance is 473 mm/18.6 in, 13 mm/0,5 in larger than the unique Mercedes G63 AMG 6×6. Brabus states that each one three portal axles have been developed from scratch, strengthened the 2 rear axle housings, and modified the steering.
All suspension arms have been painted pink to face out. The big off-roader has an enormous price ticket of 1,309,000 euro ($1,460,360), virtually thrice costlier than the Mercedes G 63 AMG 6×6. However the prime velocity can be a lot larger, at 210 kph (130 mph) in comparison with 160 kph (99 mph)on the unique mannequin regardless of the presence of off-road tyres.
Just like the G63 AMG 6×6, the Brabus XLP 800 6×6 Journey is provided with a compressor on every of the six wheels that permits for instance to cut back tyre stress when driving by means of sand.New to the XLP800 is an engine sound system that options flaps on the exhaust path that open or shut relying on the chosen driving mode, altering the pitch of the exhaust sound. Additionally, the exhaust pipes are positioned on the aspect as on the G 63 AMG 6×6.
The second mannequin, the Brabus XLP 900 6×6 Superblack, is barely shorter, at 6.18 meters (243 in) lengthy. It contains a partially clear hood known as “Powerview” by Brabus by means of which the modified V8 monster might be seen.
Within the Brabus XLP 900 Superblack works the twin-turbo V8 engine from the Rocket 900 whose displacement has been elevated by Brabus from 4 to 4.4 litres. It develops 900 ps/887 hp and a theoretical most torque of 1250 Nm/922 lb-ft, which has been restricted to 1050 Nm/774 lb-ft.
To deal with this large torque, Brabus used particular cast pistons, high-performance connecting rods, and a brand new crankshaft. This model accelerates from 0 to 100 kph/62 mph in simply 5.2 seconds and prime velocity is electronically restricted to 210 kph/130 mph. The value of the Brabus XLP900 SuperBlack is 1,411,340 euro ($1,554,344).
Each fashions function closely flared wheel arches to make room for the large 22-inch wheels and are geared up with LEDs mounted within the wheel arches to light up the aspect stairs, which helps entry the automotive at night time. Elective 90-degree opening doorways are provided.
