MB L322 Carbon Lorry

MB L322 Carbon Lorry

Details:

Model Details

The Mercedes-Benz L322 “Kohlenkuli Neutral” by Lemke MINIS is a highly detailed 1:160 scale N gauge collector’s model representing one of the most important post-war German heavy-duty trucks in industrial and municipal service. Produced by Lemke Collection, this finely crafted miniature captures the rugged engineering and timeless design of the Mercedes-Benz L322 “Rundhauber,” a true workhorse of European transport history.

Designed in a neutral livery version, this model highlights the versatility of the “Kohlenkuli” coal-distribution system used widely across Germany during the mid-20th century. The specialised hopper body with internal compartments and rear-mounted conveyor belt system was engineered for efficient coal delivery to households and industrial sites during the height of coal-based heating infrastructure.

This Lemke MINIS release is ideal for model railway layouts, industrial dioramas, and serious collectors of N gauge vehicles, offering a realistic representation of everyday logistics and energy supply history in post-war Europe.

Features

• Precision 1:160 scale N gauge Lemke MINIS model
• Authentic Mercedes-Benz L322 Rundhauber chassis design
• Neutral “Kohlenkuli” coal hopper body with realistic detailing
• Functional-style rear conveyor belt system (movable detail)

Historical Background

The Mercedes-Benz L322 was introduced in 1958 as a modern medium-duty truck and remained in production until 1984. Known for its durability, simplicity, and global reliability, the L322 became a cornerstone of European transport, construction, and municipal services.

The “Kohlenkuli” configuration represents a specialised coal distribution system used throughout Germany during the mid-to-late 20th century. These vehicles were designed with multi-chamber hopper bodies and mechanical unloading systems to efficiently deliver coal for domestic heating and industrial use.

In its neutral version, this Lemke model reflects the unbranded, widely used utility vehicles that formed the backbone of everyday energy logistics during the coal-powered era of European infrastructure.