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Mercedes S 600 Guard Revealed

Posted 17th October, 2006 in Mercedes | 2 Comments

The new S-Guard provides a unique level of protection against threats and violent attacks. The model will initially be available in Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard guise, with a twelve-cylinder engine and a long wheelbase.

Rather than retrofitting the protective elements in the doors, rear wall, side panels, roof lining and firewall etc. of an already finished vehicle, a team of specialists fully integrate them into the bodyshell on a dedicated production line in Sindelfingen, Germany.

The S 600 Guard’s armour resists military-standard small-arms projectiles and provides protection against fragments from hand grenades and other explosive charges. Further safety features include run-flat tyres, a self-sealing fuel tank and a fire-extinguishing system.

At the heart of the Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard is a twelve-cylinder biturbo engine developing 517 bhp, allowing the luxury saloon to escape from dangerous situations with breathtaking speed.

[Source: World Car Fans]