BRABUS CRAWLER 4.5L TWIN-TURBO V8 — 900 HP AWD

Brabus Crawler

Technical Specifications

Category Specification
Production 15 units
Engine 4.5-liter twin-turbocharged V8
Displacement 4,407 cc
Maximum Power 900 HP (662 kW) at 6,200 rpm
Maximum Torque 1,250 Nm; electronically limited to 1,050 Nm (774 lb-ft)
Transmission SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G 9-speed automatic
Drive Layout Permanent all-wheel drive with electronically controlled differential locks
0–100 km/h 3.4 seconds
Top Speed 160 km/h (100 mph), electronically limited
Power-to-Weight Ratio 2.29 kg/HP
Curb Weight Approximately 2,065 kg (4,553 lb)
Chassis High-strength tubular steel spaceframe
Body Construction Exposed carbon-fiber body panels
Ground Clearance 530 mm (20.8 in)
Axles Heavy-duty front and rear portal axles
Suspension Height-adjustable aluminum coilover dampers with up to 160 mm of spring travel
Wheels 20-inch Brabus Monoblock HD forged beadlock wheels
Tires 40-inch heavy-duty off-road tires
Seating Four individual full-carbon bucket seats
Seat Upholstery UV-resistant, waterproof Silvertex fabric
Navigation Lowrance GPS navigation unit
Communication Four Brabus carbon-fiber helmets with integrated two-way headsets
Lighting LED roof light bar integrated into the carbon roof panel

Powertrain Analysis

The Brabus Crawler uses a 4,407 cc V8 with twin turbochargers and a maximum output of 900 HP, equivalent to 662 kW, at 6,200 rpm. Peak torque is rated at 1,250 Nm, with electronic control limiting delivered torque to 1,050 Nm or 774 lb-ft.

A SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G 9-speed automatic transmission transfers output through a permanent all-wheel-drive system. Electronically controlled differential locks supplement the AWD layout on low-traction surfaces.

With an approximately 2,065 kg curb weight and 900 HP, the Crawler has a calculated power-to-weight ratio of 2.29 kg per horsepower. The vehicle reaches 100 km/h from rest in 3.4 seconds, while top speed is electronically limited to 160 km/h to protect the 40-inch off-road tires.

Chassis and Dynamics

The chassis is a high-strength tubular steel spaceframe finished in Brabus Red/Orange. Exposed carbon-fiber body elements cover the frame, while the body configuration excludes conventional doors, side windows, and a windshield.

Heavy-duty portal axles are installed at both the front and rear. This axle configuration produces 530 mm, or 20.8 inches, of ground clearance beneath the vehicle.

Height-adjustable aluminum coilover dampers provide up to 160 mm of spring travel. The suspension operates with 20-inch Brabus Monoblock HD forged beadlock wheels and 40-inch heavy-duty off-road tires.

A lightweight carbon roof panel incorporates an LED light bar. The roof-mounted lighting system is positioned above the four-seat cockpit.

Dimensions and Practicality

The Crawler has four individual full-carbon bucket seats. Each seat uses Silvertex upholstery with waterproof and UV-resistant properties for open-cockpit operation.

A Lowrance GPS navigation unit is mounted in front of the co-driver. Four Brabus carbon-fiber helmets include integrated two-way headsets for communication among all four occupants.

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