Mercedes-Benz Caught Testing a Savage-Looking Armored G-Class
Mercedes-Benz has been spied testing an armored G-Class.
It appears that the Light Armored Patrol Vehicle (LAPV) is based on the Mercedes-Benz G500 4x4x2, which uses portal axles to further enhance the SUV’s off-road capabilities. This particular creation is in collaboration with Magna Steyr, an Austrian company that has been producing the G-Class for Mercedes-Benz since 1979. The company’s military expertise is being put to good use on this military project that features an angled front bumper, a winch and a snorkel for deep river bed crossing.
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Based on its name, it will likely be used for reconnaissance, but since it’s a military project, details are light.
Spy photographers caught the Mercedes-Benz G-Class LAPV testing in harsh winter conditions and its armor plating and massive suspension makes it look like it’s ready to take on anything.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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I'll take one of those :)