# Bulletproof Muscle Cars The Mercedes Benz G36 AMG 6X6 is a Mini Tank By Thomas Wade-West | Published 2013-10-07 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-benz-g36 References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/transport/bullet-proof-mercedes-benz-g63-amg-6x6.php) Some people like really big cars, so the [Mercedes Benz](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-benz-g580) G36 AMG should be worth checking out if that's your case. This [G-Class](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eq-technology-suv) wagon has six wheels which might constitute this as a mini truck (or tank.) The Mercedes Benz G36 AMG 6X6 is actually an SUV, but with serious military upgrades. The SUV is near indestructible as it is covered in B6 grade armory; this mean it can withstand round fired by an AK-47 and M-16 assault rifles. This extra armor adds half a ton of weight to the vehicle -- it weighs over five tonnes in total. The Mercedes Benz G36 AMG 6X6 is priced at 1.35 million dollars with the armored upgrade and will be sold by the [Texas Armoring Corp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-research-platform) via Mercedes Benz. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Armored Vehicles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop lightweight and affordable options for armored vehicles that provide enhanced security. - **Extreme Off-road Vehicles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create off-road vehicles with advanced capabilities for adventurous terrain and harsh environments. - **Luxury Truck Market:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce high-end trucks with luxurious features and powerful performance for affluent consumers who value both comfort and capability. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace technological advancements like autonomous driving and electric powertrain in the automotive sector. - **Defense:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative defense technologies and solutions to enhance the safety and security of military personnel. - **Adventure Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Cater to the growing demand for unique and thrilling travel experiences by offering specialized services and equipment for adventure tourism. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Opulent Extreme Environment SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brabus-xl-800-cabrio-gwagen.md) - [Carbon-Shelled Camper Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armadillo-crawler-s.md) - [Dazzling Rose-Hued SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-gclass-stronger-than-diamonds-edition.md) - [Ruggedly Chic Luxury Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chic-luxury-motorhome.md) - [Masterfully Modified SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modified-suv.md) - [Armored Tactical SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-rezvani.md) - [Ultra-Tactical Next-Gen SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-rezvani-tank.md) - [Ruggedly Sleek Auto Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expedition-motor-company.md) - [Luxuriously Appointed Off-Road Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimog-u-4023-luxury.md)