North America Unimog

unimog pickup in baltimore, maryland

unimogs have been uncommon in north america because of differing vehicle regulations , requirements in germany , europe, , due lack of north american sales , support network. unimog models found in north america have been imported individual dealers or independent enthusiasts.

between 1975 , 1980 case corporation (now merged cnh global) imported u-900 model united states , sold through case tractor dealerships mb4/94.

in 2002 daimlerchrysler tried re-enter north american market , engaged in 4 years of aggressive marketing, such truck , trade shows, exposure on television show modern marvels, numerous magazine articles , extensive demonstrations (both touring , on individual basis). north american retail models officially limited u500 series (the north-america-specific member of ugn series) sold through heavy-truck dealerships, freightliner dealerships. freightliner daimler ag subsidiary. ugn series manufactured north american market , different mechanically european counterpart. ugn faced stiff competition in north america manufacturers truck or equipment lines performed of same duties unimog. of them caterpillar, john deere, general, sterling trucks (also daimler ag subsidiary), , general motors. after 5 years , selling 184 unimogs, freightliner llc has exited market. daimler ag has cited non-compliance epa07 emission requirements main reason ceasing north american sales.