Duty calls for five KGM Musso pick-ups

April 6, 2025

KGM Motors UK, formerly SsangYong, is proud to support the Verderers of the New Forest with the handover of five all-new Musso pick-up trucks, supplied by Balmer Lawn Group, an esteemed dealer partner in the local community.

KGM Musso

The New Forest Agisters, who form part of the Verderers, were established under the New Forest Act of 1877 and are the last remnants of the traditional Forest government. Their work, in conjunction with Natural England, Forestry England, and other landowners, ensures the preservation of traditional rights, the welfare of commonable animals, and the conservation of the historic landscape on behalf of the Crown.

As key figures in maintaining the integrity of the forest, the New Forest Agisters required vehicles that could handle the demands of their daily duties, which include monitoring and managing livestock, enforcing commoning laws, and responding to emergencies across varied terrain. To meet these needs, the New Forest Verderers selected the multi-award-winning KGM Musso for its best-in-class capability and versatility.

Richard Manley, Appointed Defra Verderer, said: “The KGM Musso stood out as the best option for the Agisters due to its combination of affordability, reliability, and excellent towing capability. These trucks will allow the Agisters to continue effectively carrying out their crucial work across the New Forest, ensuring they can respond quickly and efficiently to any situation.”

The Musso range comes in three trim levels, starting with the Rebel and working up to the auto-only Saracen and Saracen+ models, blending functionality and bold style with a commanding on-road presence that immediately captivates attention. The latter of the trim levels – the Saracen+ – possesses an extended cab, a foot longer than the standard Musso, and holds the title for best-combined towing and payload figures in the UK market.

The Saracen and Saracen+ also offer premium features expected from a modern luxury vehicle, including heated and cooled leather seats, a heated steering wheel, rear parking cameras, and an advanced infotainment system with TomTom navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.

Paul Lamar, Managing Director at Balmer Lawn KGM, said: “We are incredibly proud to supply these trucks to such a historic and vital organisation. As a family business with deep roots in the New Forest since 1971, this is a significant milestone for everyone at Balmer Lawn.

“The Verderers play a crucial role in preserving the integrity of the New Forest, and we are honoured to support their work. We look forward to seeing them benefit from the reliability and capability of the Musso, a vehicle perfectly suited to their demanding responsibilities.”

For more information or to book a test drive, visit http://www.kgm-motors.co.uk/.

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