2009 Mercedes Benz 1118 Atego 4x4 Motorhome - R1,350,000

The Mercedes Atego 1118 is a robust 4×4 motorhome, featuring a 4.25-liter diesel engine with 130 kW (177 hp) and 675 N·m torque. It has a Euro 3 emission rating and a 6-speed manual transmission, equipped with pneumatic differential locks and permanent 4×4 capability. The vehicle is designed for family travel, comfortably accommodating two to three people. It includes a spacious interior with an extra-large double bed, a bunk bed for storage or additional sleeping space, and a well-equipped kitchen featuring a 2-hob gas stove, sink, and a large refrigerator.

The vehicle’s modifications include a high-capacity fuel system, a water tank, solar panels, and advanced electrical systems powered by lithium batteries. Notable features include air conditioning, a cassette toilet, and a pressurized water system. External amenities consist of an awning, dual rear hatches for storage, and winches for recovery. The body is built from durable materials with excellent thermal insulation.

With low mileage on new tires and a fuel consumption of 22-25 liters/100 km, this motorhome is ideal for adventurous families seeking comfort and reliability in the outdoors. Located in Potgietersrus, South Africa.

Chassis – Mercedes Atego 1118 (4×4) single rear wheel (1118AF/39)
 4.25 liters diesel engine
 130 kw (177 hp) @ 2200 r/min
 675 N.m. @ 1 200 to 1 600 r/min
 Euro 3 emission level
 6-speed full synchromesh transmission (manual)
 Centre & rear pneumatic differential lock
 Permanent 4×4 with low range
 Power assisted steering, and new tires have done less than 10,000km
 ABS / ALB brakes (dual circuit air brake as fail safe)
 24V electronics (2 x 115 AH 12V batteries – bought Sept 2023)
 Fuel consumption between 22 – 25 liters / 100km

Interior layout:

Designed to be spacious and airy for a family of two or three.

Main permanent double bed (extra-large: 1.4m wide & 2.2m long), can also convert into dining room table
when using loose cushions. Legs of table removed, and the table completes the bed base. Bedding can be
stored in the under bench space next to the sealed geyser.

Bunk bed in back is 700mm x 1900mm. Used for storage, bags and suitcases at present. There is sufficient
space to add 2nd bunk bed. The 125l National Luna freezer is also in picture.

The kitchen area is made up of a 2-hob gas stove with sink & water tap (hot & cold) combination, covered
by a glass cover when not in use. This is underneath a large LG Solar Dom microwave and cupboard space.
Next to this is a large L- shaped counter, which can be used for serving the dining room table.
On the opposite side of the cooking counter is the fridge / freezer, and a large counter underneath a big feature
window. This window is the key element, which gives the house an airy feeling and has been used fantastically
as a game watching window whilst breakfasting in various game reserves.
Under this large extra counter there are the main packing cupboards for food & provisions.

Under sink cutlery & other storage, all drawers double latched.
Spacious kitchen and food preparation area, even with fridge fully open.
Microwave’s bottom showing on top.
Glass lid of stove closed.

Modifications to cab and body:
 CD / Mp3 / USB radio player in cab
 Reverse camera with infrared screen (for night vision reversing)
 Cab Webasto air conditioner (in bonnet)
 Replacement main fuel tank (+/- 325 liters)
 Auxiliary fuel tank (+/- 200 liters) with pumping switch in cab to main tank
 Repositioned battery bank (between chassis & body for fuel tank space)
 Water tank (+/- 200 liters) on the chassis (for perfect balance)

Frame assembly:
 3 point kinetic attachment with main & flex mounts (spring support to reduce sway)

Body unit construction:
 Steel box frame for strength
 Travelstar motorhome fiberglass sides (resistant to scratches & tough)
 Aluminium front & rear sections for additional strength (branch protection)
 Thermal insulation in between the sandwich construction of steel & fiberglass
 Bottom panel wood & properly sealed
 All eternal panels constructed from wood & aluminium.
 Electrical system well sealed against dust.
 6 x 140 W 12V solar panels
 220V shore connector
 3 x 208 AH Blue Nova Lithium batteries (late 2021)
 Practical application of solar system:
 Battery state (in %) shown in house
 With all of the evening lights, light microwaving, showers and bed the battery state of charge drops to
around 80% after morning coffee. After two hours of sunshine (around 10h00) everything is fully charged
again
 Alternative, is that with the engine running, the truck batteries are charged, and thereafter the excess
electricity generated charges the house batteries
 Alternatively, with a 220V electricity source the AC current is used directly
 Once the house batteries are charged, the excess trickles into the truck batteries (so after a long time
standing, there is no discharge from the truck batteries for a first time start after a matter of months)
 Air conditioning & hot water washing machine are ONLY available with external 220V source (although
air-conditioner fan works from the batteries)

Technical equipment:
 3x 208 AH (624ah total)12V lithium battery bank (90% usable, for electricity use in house: lights, water
pump, fans, TV)
 3KW inverter (12V to 220V for electricity use in house: microwave, plugs, fridge)
 12V to 24V inverter (for trickle feed from battery bank to truck batteries)
 24v to 12V inverter (for charging the house batteries from the truck alternator once 24V truck batteries
are charged

Functional equipment:
 LED lights in house & quiet fans for air movement. 12v Electric entrance step.
 Thetford cassette flush toilet (built in, external emptying of black water)
 20 liter gas / electric geyser
 2 x no 10 – 5kg gas bottles for gas geyser and 2 plate cooking stove plus outside kitchen stove
 Flip up/down basin in bathroom
 Pressurized water system for both showers, toilet flush, basin tap & kitchen sink
 24v w18000 warn winch installed at rear to lower stainless steel motorbike & spare wheel carrier (two
spares) Bull bar with same W18000 winch in front, plus 2 led spot lights installed in front. Winches can
be used for recovery, both front and rear

External features:
 Fiamma awning (with aluminium fold out legs)
 External light
 External power sockets (3 prong plug socket for external equipment when camping
 Dual rear hatches for all camping equipment, groundsheet, firewood, surfboards, wetsuits and weber
braai plus outside kitchen
 Whole body wrapped with Green camo pattern.(original vehicle is white)

Based in Potgietersrus, South Africa

Zak – 076 757 7533