Road Tests & Reviews: Iveco (vans) Massif

Based on the Santana Anibal, the Massif is powered by the Italian company's 2.8-litre six-cylinder unit delivering a healthy 176hp. This is mated to permanent four-wheel drive that's designed to rough it with the best of them thanks to proven off-road mechanicals. Two body styles are offered: a five-door hardtop and an extended-cab pickup.

But if that's too small for your off-road needs you can always go for the Daily 4x4 with its steroid-like enhancements that see ground clearance significantly increase and gear numbers bumped up to an astonishing 24, thanks to the combination of a six-speeder, transfer box and reduction unit.

The designers say it's capable of climbing 45o inclines and wading through 700mm of water so this should prove a tempting prospect to any operator who needs serious layload when working off-road.