Mercedes-Benz X 350 d 4MATIC Danakil Red Design Preview
- 6 years ago
With 1632 millimetres at the front and 1625 millimetres at the rear, the X-Class has a wider track than most competitors. Providing the ideal prerequisites for optimum driving stability and higher cornering speeds. At 3150 millimetres, the wheelbase is also longer than in many midsize pickups. This reduces vibrations during the journey and makes for smooth and reliable straight-line stability.
The robust ladder-type frame forms the basis for heavy-duty transport loads and tough off-road assignments. The comfort suspension is designed in such a way that it achieves a high level of vehicle dynamics and ride comfort on a par with Mercedes-Benz passenger cars on the road, while also delivering maximum off-road capability in conjunction with 4MATIC all-wheel drive.
A double-wishbone axle at the front ensures a high level of vehicle dynamics, good comfort in terms of road roar and tyre vibrations, and maximum off-road capability. The anti-roll bar reduces body roll. Because the front axle is decoupled, the independent wheel suspension minimises the vibrations which are transferred to the vehicle body, making the steering and noise level comfortable. Located precisely and with comfort firmly in mind thanks to its five links, the rear axle provides traction on even the toughest of off-road terrain. There is plenty of ground clearance as the axle housing is raised as soon as a wheel drives over an obstacle. Because the axle has good articulation capability and spring travel is long, the contact between the ground and the wheels is as good as it can be. Due to the exceptional rigidity of this design, particularly precise wheel control and a high level of driving comfort are assured on the road.
Both axles are fitted with coil springs, which helps balance the comfort of the suspension. The suspension struts on the front axle are connected with the ladder-type frame by means by a head bearing. Damping forces are transmitted via a piston rod to a flexible rubber mount in the head bearing and subsequently to the ladder-type frame. The rubber mount's design is therefore optimised for comfort. Dampers on the rear axle are attached directly to the ladder-type frame via a support bushing. The shock absorbers are designed to be flexible in generating counter-balancing forces. During normal driving on flat roads and when driving slowly off-road, the system responds softly. With a sporty driving style or sudden evasive manoeuvres, the dampers become stiffer for good driving stability.
The robust ladder-type frame forms the basis for heavy-duty transport loads and tough off-road assignments. The comfort suspension is designed in such a way that it achieves a high level of vehicle dynamics and ride comfort on a par with Mercedes-Benz passenger cars on the road, while also delivering maximum off-road capability in conjunction with 4MATIC all-wheel drive.
A double-wishbone axle at the front ensures a high level of vehicle dynamics, good comfort in terms of road roar and tyre vibrations, and maximum off-road capability. The anti-roll bar reduces body roll. Because the front axle is decoupled, the independent wheel suspension minimises the vibrations which are transferred to the vehicle body, making the steering and noise level comfortable. Located precisely and with comfort firmly in mind thanks to its five links, the rear axle provides traction on even the toughest of off-road terrain. There is plenty of ground clearance as the axle housing is raised as soon as a wheel drives over an obstacle. Because the axle has good articulation capability and spring travel is long, the contact between the ground and the wheels is as good as it can be. Due to the exceptional rigidity of this design, particularly precise wheel control and a high level of driving comfort are assured on the road.
Both axles are fitted with coil springs, which helps balance the comfort of the suspension. The suspension struts on the front axle are connected with the ladder-type frame by means by a head bearing. Damping forces are transmitted via a piston rod to a flexible rubber mount in the head bearing and subsequently to the ladder-type frame. The rubber mount's design is therefore optimised for comfort. Dampers on the rear axle are attached directly to the ladder-type frame via a support bushing. The shock absorbers are designed to be flexible in generating counter-balancing forces. During normal driving on flat roads and when driving slowly off-road, the system responds softly. With a sporty driving style or sudden evasive manoeuvres, the dampers become stiffer for good driving stability.