TIPS & TRICKS - Diff Lock Discussion - Mercedes-Benz Unimog

Our annual Unimog Owner's Weekend had some special guests join us and we were lucky enough for them to take part in a Q&A session.
Most people know that having and using diff locks will help you to get further along the beaten track, but how many people know the mechanics behind it? This Q&A explanation gives a great visual representation and some tips and tricks on how and when to use your diff locks.
We hope that these tip and trick videos are helpful and keep an eye out for more to come.

[@andrefischer5025]

Looking at my diff lock switch (U1300L)
Position 0 - no diff lock, no 4wd
Position 1 - no diff lock, 4wd
Position 2 - front + rear diff lock, 4wd
How do you make it lock the rear only in 4wd?

[@MrFialdark]

Honestly what is the point of only locking the rear axle if I can lock both axles including the distributor gear so that I have 25% of the power on each wheel In addition, 1. the all-wheel drive and the lock-out are 2. only intended on slippery terrain

[@Dags470]

@@MrFialdark The only real reason to lock the rear only is for maximum drive while still being able to steer.
In a normal 4x4 it is sometimes a good thing, with a Mog... Well you don't need to be subtle. 🤣