The Pullman: equipped to provide special protection
Mercedes-Benz engineers are currently developing a new, prestigious luxury limousine with integrated highest protection for governments, businesses, monarchs and heads of state.
“The Mercedes-Benz State Limousine will provide a level of roominess worthy of its high-ranking occupants, not to mention outstanding comfort and a fully equipped mobile office,” said Mario von Glahn, regional sales manager, Mercedes-Benz Guard, Middle East.
The Stuttgart-based manufacturer is the only carmaker that has for over eight decades built impressive Pullman limousines with special protection, primarily for the official engagements of heads of state and monarchs.
Experienced specialists will equip the Pullman Limousine in Sindelfingen, working on the principle of integrated special protection. In effect this means that, rather than retrofitting the protective elements in the doors, rear wall, side panels, roof lining and firewall of an already finished vehicle, they fully integrate them into the bodyshell.
The resulting vehicles offer hallmark Mercedes-Benz build quality combined with comprehensive highest protection, including in those areas where retrofits would be all but impossible. The basis for this is longstanding, continuous and close co-operation with nationally and internationally recognised security authorities.
The new Pullman limousine is based on the Mercedes Benz S 600 L Guard model. Power comes courtesy of a smooth 12-cylinder 5513 cc biturbo engine with an output of 517 hp and an impressive peak torque of 830 Nm.
The Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard Pullman also offers its discerning passengers the highest possible degree of protection against terrorist attacks. The Highest Protection specified for this car is equivalent to resistance level B6/B7, as tested and certified by state-approved organisations.
