Saurer SGS 4500 (4x2)
This Saurer SGS 4500 (4x2), a rare vehicle, is in remarkable condition. It was part of a joint development between Henschel, Magirus, and Saurer, with only about 240 units produced between 1942 and 1944.
Originally, this particular Saurer SGS 4500 was delivered to the Kriegsmarine in Rudolstadt where it likely was used to haul torpedo’s and other cargo at the premises. In July 1945, after World War II, it was transferred by the local authorities to a transport company, where it remained in operation until the late 1980s.
Location
Almelo, The Netherlands
Year of construction
1944
Country of origin
Germany
Manufacturer
Österreichische Saurerwerke AG Vienna (Austria)
Type
Truck Cargo SGS4500 (4x2)
Condition
Class A restored / running condition
Details
Conditions
In the early 2000s, the vehicle was acquired by Christoph Gebhardt, who undertook a complete restoration between 2020 and 2021. The restoration maintained a high level of authenticity, with most of the original materials preserved, including a large portion of the wood. This results in an exceptionally original and well-preserved and German WW II truck.
The Saurer is in running condition. Althought the truck has nog road registration at the moment, this can be arranged. Contact Tracks & Trade for the conditions.
Technical details
- Manufacturer
- Österreichische Saurerwerke AG Vienna (Austria)
- Model
- Truck Cargo SGS4500 (4x2)
- Manufacturing date
- 1944
- Chassis number
- 3B014001
- Engine number
- GMD 1118
- Length
- 26 ft 7 in (8,10 m)
- Width
- 8 ft (2,44 m)
- Height (top up)
- 10 ft 2 in (3,10 m)
- Weight
- 11,970 lb (5.435 kg)
- Loading capacity
- 9,920 lb (4.500 kg)
- Max. speed
- 31 mph (50 km/h)
- Engine
- Saurer R6, 6-cylinder diesel (direct injection), 7.274 cc, 105 hp (88 KW)
- Crew
- 2
- Production numbers
- Only 240 units have been produced in the period 1942 to 1943
- WW II registration
- WM 209765 (Kriegsmarine)
- Road registration
- No
History
The Saurer SGS 4500 (4x2) and SGA 4500 (4x4) were the result of a collaborative effort between Henschel, Magirus, and Saurer. Around 240 of these trucks were produced between 1942 and 1944. This particular Saurer SGS 4500 was utilized by a unit of the Kriegsmarine.
World War II Service
This truck was delivered to the Kriegsmarine in Rudolstadt after the Torpedo Arsenal was relocated from Kiel to Rudolstadt in early 1943 for the underground production of torpedoes. The facility was known as Torpedo Arsenal Mitte (TAM) in Rudolstadt, Thüringen.
Built in Vienna-Simmering, this truck was delivered in 1944. The original identification plate is still intact, and during restoration, traces of the original color scheme were found. It was likely used to transport torpedoes or other cargo on the premises.
Post-War Service
On September 1, 1945, after its military service, the truck was sold by the local authorities to a transport company owned by Albert Krappe (see attached document). The truck remained in use by the company for several decades until the late 1980s.
In the early 2000s, the vehicle was acquired by Christoph Gebhardt, who fully restored it between 2020 and 2021. The restoration was of Class A quality, with much of the original materials preserved, including a large portion of the wood.
The result is a uniquely restored and highly original vehicle. It comes with extensive documentation from the previous owner, who maintained records dating back to 1946, further enhancing its historical value.
Note to buyer
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