What is W463?
The W463 was introduced in 1990 as a replacement for the W460 aimed at the audience who bought them as a Mercedes-Benz before anything else. The W463 was introduced in 1990 as a replacement for the W460 aimed at the audience who bought them as a Mercedes-Benz before anything else. Over time, they included more features from the standard Mercedes lineup including many creature comforts offered in the E and S-Classes.
What is the difference between W461 and W463?
The chassis is typically simpler compared to the W463, featuring a more basic design suitable for heavy-duty tasks and rough terrains. The construction of the W461 emphasizes toughness and reliability over luxury or refinement. It usually lacks some of the premium features and finishes found in the W463. The W461 Gelandewagen is distinct from the civilian-focused W460 model through design alterations for durability and ease of maintenance. The W461 features a ladder-frame chassis constructed from reinforced box-section steel, providing superior torsional rigidity and durability under heavy usage.
What is the first generation W463?
The G-Class W463, 1st gen is a body-on-frame construction and has 3 electrically controlled locking differentials: one distributing torque between the front and rear axle, and one more in each axle distributing torque between the left and right wheels. The beginning of a legend. Introduction of the G-Class from the model series W 460, which is manufactured completely by hand at the Graz plant. The off-road vehicle is based on a solid ladder-type frame with coil-sprung rigid axles and is available with two wheelbases and five different body variants.