Ace Pinzgauer 712M

As part of a tender from the Austrian Armed Forces, Steyr Daimler Puch developed the one-ton off-road vehicle Pinzgauer in the late 1960s. However, the first major customer was the Swiss Army, which procured approximately 6,300 vehicles starting in 1971. Of these, about 1,240 units were the 6x6 version. This large quantity was a result of the expansion of mechanized divisions at the time, as the strength of the Swiss militia army had risen to over 800,000 personnel.

The 6x6 variant offered seating for 2 people in the cabin and 12 people on the bridge, compared to 8 people in the 4x4 version. Due to its increased payload and high towing capacity, the 712M was often used as a towing vehicle for anti-aircraft guns, mines, or missile launchers with an effective range of up to 7,000 meters.

Model: Pinzgauer 712M
Engine: 2499 cc
Power: 90 HP
Weight: 2400 kg
Payload: 1600 kg
Top speed: 105 km/h
Seating: 2 people in front / 12 people on the bridge.