Referenz-Foto CD "MAN TGS Abrollkipper"
MBK-FCD195
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Overall views and details from all areas of vehicle.
42 photos in JPG format (playable in any standard PC with CD drive and many current DVD players)
The vehicle is based on a militarized version of the proven MAN TGS series. As part of the Bundeswehr's restructuring, this vehicle family was introduced within the category of "swap-body vehicles" to enable more efficient transport operations. The hook-lift system allows for the loading, transport, and unloading of a wide variety of swap bodies and containers without the need for additional handling equipment. This enables the rapid and flexible deployment of supplies, workshop containers, material modules, and specialized mission containers.
Technically, the MAN TGS features a powerful inline-six diesel engine, an automated manual transmission, and all-wheel drive. Its robust chassis is designed for both road use and operation in challenging terrain. Superior off-road capability is ensured by high ground clearance, off-road tires, and high-performance axles. Depending on the specific configuration, the vehicle can transport loads weighing several tons.
The vehicle's centerpiece is its hydraulic hook-lift system, which allows containers and swap bodies to be loaded or unloaded within minutes. This significantly reduces manpower requirements and enhances the operational flexibility of logistics units. At the same time, the standardized container system allows for rapid adaptation to various tasks—ranging from material supply and workshop or command containers to specialized superstructures.
The MAN TGS hook-lift truck is deployed across numerous areas within the Bundeswehr. It supports Army, Air Force, and Joint Support Service units with transport, supply, and deployment tasks, playing a vital role in exercises, overseas missions, and national and alliance defense operations. Its ability to transport diverse load modules using a single carrier vehicle makes it one of the most versatile logistics vehicles in the modern Bundeswehr.
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