Multicar 25
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| Multicar 25 | |
| Manufacturer: | VEB vehicle plant Waltershausen |
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Multicar 25 M 25 Multicar 25.1 A Multicar 91 |
| Production period: | 1978-1992 |
| Previous model: | Multicar 24 |
| Successor: | Multicar 26 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Engines: | Diesel engine |
| Power: | 33-40 kW |
| Payload: | 2.30 t |
| Perm. Total weight: | 3.95 t |
The Multicar 25 , also known as M 25 for short , is a light truck from the German Democratic Republic . The vehicle replaced the Multicar 24 in 1978 and was manufactured in various versions at VEB Fahrzeugwerk Waltershausen , which belonged to the Industrieverband Fahrzeugbau (IFA). In 1992 it was replaced by the Multicar 26 ; a year earlier there had already been the transitional variant Multicar 91 .
Vehicle history
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The production and testing of the prototype of a new Multicar began in 1978. The new Multicar 25 was finally presented at the Leipzig Autumn Fair in 1978, where it received a gold medal and other awards. Production then began in Waltershausen . The number 25 consisted of a 2 ton payload and the 5th series.
Compared to the Multicar 24-0, the two-seater version from 1974, little changed in appearance. Most noticeable is the lower windscreen, the additional triangular side windows in the A-pillar and the single windshield wiper attached to the bottom. A new vibration-damping driver's seat has been installed in the interior and the instruments are arranged more clearly. In addition, the driver's cab, which can be tilted forward by 42 °, was equipped with a central tilt lock between the seats. With the M24, the driver's and passenger's cab had to be unlocked separately. The four-cylinder diesel engine of the type 4 VD 8.8 / 8.5-1 SRF is the same power unit as its predecessor and still produces 45 hp (33 kW). On request, a new creeper was installed that allows low working speeds of 2 km / h.
In order to be able to change the superstructures quickly, they are attached to the frame with just four screws at standardized attachment points. It should be possible to assemble all available types within an hour. All swap bodies are operated with the vehicle's own hydraulic system, which was supplied in several versions. Appendix 01 was the basic model and only intended for tipper bodies. Plant 02 had an increased conveying capacity and could operate additional devices, such as a sliding sign. The model 05 was suitable for all swap bodies. Depending on the body, it is operated from the driver's seat or, in exceptional cases, directly on the body. All-wheel drive was offered for the vehicle for the first time from 1982, and bodies with tarpaulin and bow are available from 1983 .
In 1985 the all-wheel drive model was fundamentally redesigned. It received a completely new drive train with a revised Cunewald diesel engine, which now has a displacement of 2238 cm³ and develops 46 hp (34 kW). However, the maximum torque is more likely. A new transfer case was also installed, the wheelbase increased from 1970 mm to 2100 mm. The name for the new type was Multicar 25.1 A, the version with a longer wheelbase (2675 mm) was offered as AL. The top speed rose to 60 km / h, and a roll bar was integrated in the driver's cab. A preheating device was installed for the start in winter, which acts on the cooling water with 600 W power. In addition, various special equipment could be ordered.
With the political change in 1990, the Multicar company had to cut jobs and completely renew production. However, also due to the strong specialization, it was the only vehicle manufacturer in the GDR who was able to continue to sell its products and still exists. Multicar Spezialfahrzeuge GmbH Waltershausen was founded on May 1, 1990 , and the Multicar 25 was manufactured in series by March 1991.
From March 1991, the company switched production to the Multicar 91 model. The vehicle largely met the new legal requirements. The most important change in addition to various details was the installation of a four-cylinder diesel engine of the type 028.B from Volkswagen . With a displacement of 1896 cm³ it develops 54.4 HP (40 kW). At that time it was considered the most modern diesel engine of its kind. The models were again available with and without all-wheel drive. The production of special bodies, however, was discontinued. Instead, machines were delivered from all over Europe. By the end of production in 1992 and the start of production of the Multicar 26, a total of 100,546 units had been built, including the Multicar 91. As with earlier models, a large proportion of these were exported.
The vehicle was referred to as Multicar 25 by the manufacturer and in official documents and was sometimes abbreviated as M 25 (with spaces). In the colloquial language and literature of the post-reunification period, however, the designation Multicar M25 or Multicar M 25 found its way into, which was not intended by the manufacturer. The use of the IFA brand was inconsistent, but much more widespread than its predecessor. In contrast to the Multicar 24, the Multicar 25 also bears the IFA emblem on the front if the vehicles were built up to around 1990. The manufacturer has been part of the vehicle construction industry association since January 1, 1978.
The German Post (DDR) dedicated to the Multicar 25 two stamps. A trade fair stamp for the appearance of the new type in 1978 and a special stamp with the Multicar 25 48 in 1982.
The basic shape of the Multicar 25 was retained until 2010 in the form of the optically only slightly revised Multicar 26 .
Model variants
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Various versions of the Multicar 25 were manufactured, some with special bodies. The following list does not claim to be complete.
Multicar 25
The first version of the Multicar 25 was produced from 1978. The structures were very similar to those of the predecessor, but were increasingly supplemented by new developments. The list reflects the status from 1983.
- Multicar 25 01 - platform vehicle and basic model, without hydraulic system.
- Multicar 25 02 - Newly introduced version with tarpaulin and bow , the loading volume is 4.6 m³
- Multicar 25 09 - platform version with loading aid. It is a hydraulic tail lift .
- Multicar 25 10 - three-way tipper with low side walls. Equipped with the hydraulic system of type 01, which does not allow any additional devices.
- Multicar 25 12 - rear tipper with side walls twice as high as the standard model. Designed for the transport of light bulk goods.
- Multicar 25 13 - dump truck , designed as a rear dump truck . With a modified loading area and a payload of 2250 kg. In order to be able to transport concrete or almost liquid goods, the possible tilt angle has been increased to 76 °. Otherwise there is a risk that parts of the load will not slip out of the trough.
- Multicar 25 14 - skip loader , presented at the Leipzig trade fair in 1980 , capacity of 1.1 m³.
- Multicar 25 19/23 - Equipped with front snow plow and spreading device for winter service. Various grit could be used, for example grit, sand or road salt.
- Multicar 25 22 - Special front-mounted brush roller and a derivative of the Multicar 25 48.
- Multicar 25 30 - Equipped with DLH 10 turntable ladder structure. It was mainly used in the construction and maintenance of overhead lines and street lighting. It is provided with the hydraulic system 02, which is also responsible for controlling the turntable ladder. In addition, a so-called terrain regulation is built in, which uses hydraulic supports to ensure that the vehicle is straight when working, even on sloping ground.
- Multicar 25 32 - special version with assembly platform. Unlike the turntable ladder, this could only be raised vertically. The operating staff assemble a steel mast cut into 2-meter pieces, piece by piece, on which the work platform can move up and down. The maximum working height is around twelve meters.
- Multicar 25 33 - assembly mast version with aerial work platform of type UM 12-1. For safety reasons, the assembly mast was not approved as a swap body.
- Multicar 25 48 - washing and spraying vehicle. Equipped with a 1800 liter water tank and the hydraulic system 02. It was especially intended for sweeping and washing sidewalks and streets, but street signs could also be cleaned with it. Water could be drawn from water pipes as well as from bodies of water.
- Multicar 25 51 - collection container vehicle. It is a small garbage truck with a built-in garbage compactor. For example, public wastepaper baskets could be taught, the waste was compacted in the construction. With hydraulic system 02.
- Multicar 25 54 - referred to as the coarse forage distributor . The vehicle is intended to distribute feed for them in large stables with farm animals. The capacity is 3.9 m³
- Multicar 25 65 - With concrete mixer body . The drum holds 400 kg of material.
- Multicar 25 77 - box vehicle
Multicar 25.1 A
In 1985, the Multicar 25.1 A was introduced in addition to the basic Multicar 25 model. The most important innovation was that the vehicle has all-wheel drive . In addition, a version with a longer wheelbase was offered with the Multicar 25.1 AL. This was 2675 mm, 575 mm more than the basic model.
Swap bodies were generally offered for the Multicar 25.1 A. As with the previous models, all superstructures are attached to the frame with just four screws and are easy to replace.
Flatbeds (long / short) with and without loading aid, tarpaulin and bows (long), insulated cases for refrigerated transport (long), normal suitcases (short / long) as well as three-way tippers, rear tippers and dump trucks were built for pure material transport. There were also semi-trailers for transporting long materials and as a tow truck. In addition, two-axle trailers of the type HM 20.01 (flatbed) and HM 20.11 (two-way tipper) were produced.
Similar to its predecessor, washing and spraying vehicles, sweepers and vehicles for winter service were built for special tasks. The latter were equipped with spreaders and rotary brushes or snow plows. In addition, skip loaders were produced, as well as various turntable ladders and assembly vehicles as well as refuse collection vehicles. Even road- rail vehicles were manufactured on the basis of the Multicar 25.1 A, but not in the GDR.
Multicar 91
The Multicar 91, as the name suggests, was introduced in 1991. The external changes were minimal, for example the IFA emblem was replaced by a redesigned Multicar emblem. In addition, the side mirrors and taillights have been changed. The vehicle stands on 14-inch rims with 185R14C or 195R14C tires. The intake air duct was located on the left behind the driver's cab and led far up. The new diesel engine with an output of 40 kW (54 PS) from Volkswagen increased the top speed to 70 km / h. In addition to the engine, various other parts were obtained from suppliers in the area of the former Federal Republic.
There was also cooperation with other companies for the bodies. While the basic structures (platform, tipping bridges) were mostly made in-house, special parts were often supplied. This included sweepers, spray and washing superstructures and new superstructures for winter service. Completely new superstructures, such as loading cranes or excavator arms, were also mounted on the chassis of the Multicar 91.
The 91 model was available with or without all-wheel drive. The vehicle was replaced by the successor Multicar 26 as early as 1992 .
Technical specifications
The data given relate to the Multicar 25.1 A chassis with all-wheel drive and without body.
- Engine: four-cylinder diesel engine
- Engine type: 4 VD 8.8 / 9.0-1 SRF
- Engine manufacturer: VEB Motorenwerk Cunewalde
- Power: 46 HP (34 kW) at 2800 min -1
- Displacement: 2238 cm³
- Transmission: mechanical gearbox, synchronized, 4 forward gears + 1 reverse gear
- Ground reduction: installed as an optional extra
- Minimum speed: 1 km / h
- Top speed: 60 km / h
- Gradeability under full load with creep speed: 42%
- Brake: dual-circuit brake, hydraulically operated, with trailer connection
- equipped with various hydraulic systems
- Cab can be tilted forward for maintenance, max. 45 °
- Differential lock for rear axle
- Drive formula : 4 × 4, all-wheel drive can be activated
Dimensions and weights
- Total length: 3610 mm
- Width: 1550 mm
- Frame width: 660 mm
- Height (measured on the cab, unloaded): 2220 mm
- Height to upper edge of frame, unloaded: 820 mm
- Front track: 1282 mm
- Rear track: 1115 mm
- Ground clearance: 200 mm
- Wheelbase: 2100 mm
- Empty weight: approx. 1650 kg
- Payload: 2300 kg
- permissible total weight: 3950 kg
- permissible front axle load: 1540 kg (60 km / h) or 1610 kg (52 km / h)
- permissible rear axle load: 2600 kg
- Tire dimension: 6.70 × 13 CM
literature
- Udo Bols: Multicar. The all-rounder. 2nd Edition. Podszun-Verlag, 2008, ISBN 978-3-86133-325-8 .
- Uwe Miethe: picture atlas of the GDR road traffic. GeraMond, Munich 2008, ISBN 978-3-7654-7692-1 .
Web links
Individual evidence
- ↑ a b c d e f g h i j k Udo Bols: Multicar. The all-rounder. 2008, p. 68 ff.
- ↑ Operating instructions for the special motor vehicle Multicar 25. 2nd edition. VEB Fachbuchverlag, Leipzig 1978.
- ^ Uwe Miethe: picture atlas of the GDR road traffic. 2008, p. 52 f.
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