Unimogs to the Rescue.

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6 May

Eleven more Unimogs to the rescue with New South Wales State Emergency Service

The New South Wales State Emergency Service has added eleven more Mercedes-Benz Unimogs to its fleet.

It been using the Unimog for emergency response work since 2022 and has been impressed by its capability and durability. The new additions take the NSW SES Unimog fleet total to 20.

The unique off-road trucks are classified as High Clearance Vehicles thanks to their 1200mm wading depth and portal axles that allow for optimal ground clearance.

The new U5023 Unimogs underwent final preparations at Revesby Beach recently, before being dispatched to their new homes across the state.

The NSW SES says the Unimogs will help volunteers access isolated communities and perform critical rescues during flooding.

Some of the new Unimogs have the capability to carry and load heavy supplies or equipment using an integrated crane, aiding resupply and recovery missions.

The NSW Minister for Emergency Services, Jihad Dib, said the government’s multi-million investment in Unimogs will help keep communities safe all year round.

“These 11 new high clearance vehicles will make a significant difference to communities across NSW and by placing them in key locations we can pre-deploy them or respond quickly during storms to bring rapid help when people need it most,” he said. “I know they will make a real difference protecting communities and supporting our volunteers.”

NSW SES Commissioner, Mike Wassing AFSM said the addition of the Unimogs represented a “significant step forward in our flood and disaster response capability.”

“Whether it’s wading through more than a metre of floodwater, navigating fire trails, or delivering supplies to residents cut off by floodwaters, this new fleet means that help will arrive faster when communities need it most.”