Mercedes 1222AF 4x4 Expedition Vehicle

Description

For sale is our fully equipped Mercedes-Benz 1222 AF 4x4, based on a former fire truck. A rugged, self-sufficient expedition vehicle built for long journeys and continuously optimized over the years.

VEHICLE & TECHNICAL SPECS • Year built: 1986

• Approx. 84,000 km

• V6 naturally aspirated diesel engine, approx. 11 liters displacement

• Approx. 220 PS, very high torque

• 5-speed manual transmission

• permanent all-wheel drive

• Center and rear axle differential locks

• 2 registered seats

• Approx. 400-liter diesel tank / 120 liters in a canister

• Rotzler 12-metric-ton winch

• Reinforced rear axle springs, new in 2026 (€3,000)

• Cruising speed approx. 80–90 km/h, up to approx. 100 km/h possible

STIS TIRE PRESSURE SYSTEM (installed in 2026) is a high-quality ti.systems STIS stageless 1|1 tire pressure regulation system (original price approx. €3,800 depending on model) Tire pressure can be conveniently adjusted via the on-board compressed air system—ideal for road, sand, and off-road driving.

CAB & NAVIGATION

• Air-suspended Grammer seats / armrests

• Heated seats

• Various USB charging ports

• Reading lights

• Wi-Fi router

• 360° camera system—a huge help when maneuvering

• Large multimedia screen

• Apple CarPlay

• Navigation

• Dedicated off-road navigation

• Truck navigation

• Roof-mounted air conditioning in the cab

LIVING QUARTERS • Full-size living and sleeping area (double bed in the cab)

• Kitchen with refrigerator and freezer

• Outdoor kitchen with double burner and additional outdoor gas connection for a grill or similar

• Approx. 300 liters of fresh water

• Hot water supply

• Truma heating in the living area, plus an additional unit in the sleeping area

• Dometic FreshWell 3000 air conditioning

• 2 TV sets (living area/sleeping area)

• Awning

• Large roof rack/roof terrace

• Aluminum storage boxes

• Extensive exterior lighting

• Motorcycle carrier system & spare tire mount on the rear carrier lift

CLESANA TOILET Modern Clesana welded-seam toilet without a traditional toilet cassette or black water tank. Waste is hygienically sealed and can be easily disposed of—a major advantage when traveling off the grid.

POWER & SELF-SUFFICIENCY • Approx. 1,450 Wp solar capacity

• 2 × 200 Ah LiFePO4

• Total of 400 Ah lithium

• Büttner 3,000 W inverter

• Shore power

• Extensive 12-V/230-V power supply

FAMOUS Water treatment system with a pressure connection and the ability to draw water from bodies of water and treat it.

SAFETY

• Alarm system

• Wireless smoke detector system with networked smoke detectors

• 360° camera system

MAINTENANCE: Great importance was placed on regular maintenance. Engine oil changes every approx. 9,000 km; all grease fittings lubricated every approx. 4,500 km. The vehicle was continuously maintained and technically upgraded.

With permanent four-wheel drive, differentials, a winch, and a tire pressure monitoring system, the 1222 is exceptionally well-equipped even off paved roads. At the same time, a 1,450 Wp solar array, a 400 Ah lithium battery, large water and diesel reserves, and a Clesana toilet ensure a high degree of self-sufficiency.

A true long-distance expedition vehicle with robust Mercedes technology and modern features—not a show car, even though it certainly turns heads, but built and tested for long journeys.

Get in, load up, and hit the road.