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Jeep® is Back in Uniform: New Military Version of Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Reports for Duty

• Iconic off-roader returns to its storied roots with J8 multipurpose model primarily developed for military use – but also suitable for civilian government applications


Chrysler LLC unveiled the Jeep® J8 multipurpose vehicle at the 2007 Defence Systems & Equipment International (DSEi) military trade show, making the legendary vehicle available for reenlistment in active military service.
'Jeep vehicles made their original debut in 1941 for military duty, and have built their reputation with more than 65 years as the world's benchmark for off-road capability and versatility for civilian and military vehicles,' said Thomas Hausch, Vice President – International Sales, Chrysler LLC. 'The new Jeep J8 marks the brand's return to vehicle production for military and civilian government use – the same capability that makes the Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited famous also makes the Jeep J8 a truly multipurpose vehicle.'

With the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited as the starting point, Jeep engineers increased its capability and versatility. The frame of the Wrangler Unlimited is reinforced for increased ruggedness and to allow greater payloads – up to a maximum of 1,339 kg (2,952 lbs.). Axles, brakes and suspension components are engineered specifically for more demanding military and civilian government use, including utilizing a leaf-spring suspension system in the rear. The J8's Command-Trac® four-wheel-drive system allows maximum versatility and performance in both on- and off-road conditions.

The Jeep J8 is powered by a 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel engine that produces 118 kW (158 hp) and 400 N•m (295 lb.-ft.) of torque, providing towing capability of up to 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs.). The engine is mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. The J8 also features a unique air-intake system with special filtration and a hood-mounted snorkel that enables the J8 to ford water up to 762 mm (30 in.) deep and operate in sandstorm conditions for up to five hours.

The Jeep J8 is available as a two-door with an extended pickup bed for personnel or equipment transport, or a four-door multipurpose vehicle. It may be produced with numerous vehicle-body and seating configurations in either right-hand or left-hand drive.

While not designed for front-line combat operations, the Jeep J8 is fully armour capable and excels in a variety of duties ranging from command vehicle to troop/cargo carrier, ambulance, communications vehicle and other duties – also making it suitable for civilian government applications. Tow eyes and heavy-duty bumpers allow the Jeep J8 to be easily transported by airplane or helicopter.

The Jeep J8 will be produced in a Chrysler LLC joint-venture facility in Cairo, Egypt, and will be available beginning in spring 2008.

Jeep in the Military
In June 1941, the U.S. Army received its first shipments of the Willys MA, the rugged 4x4 vehicle that came to be called the Jeep. This predecessor to today's Jeep Wrangler would prove so vital to the Allies' World War II effort that Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower declared that the war could not have been won without the Jeep vehicle.

Jeep vehicles have been produced for various militaries around the world. The Jeep J8 marks the start of Jeep's renewed commitment to supply the defence community with the highest-quality 4x4 vehicles available anywhere in the world.

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2008 Jeep J8

Year2008
MakeJeep
ModelJ8
Engine LocationFront
Drive Type4WD
Combined MPG0.00

Engine  
Engine ConfigurationI
Cylinders4
Aspiration/InductionTurboDiesel
Displacement2.80 L | 170.9 cu in. | 2801.1 cc.
Horsepower158.00 HP (116.3 KW)
Torque400.00 NM (294.9 Ft-Lbs)
HP / Liter56.4 BHP / Liter
Fuel TypeDiesel

Standard Transmission
Gears6
TransmissionManual
ClutchHydraulic actuation
NSG 370
Final Drive3.21

Dimensions   
Towing Capacity3500.001 kg
Standard Payload0.00
Exterior
Length173.401 in | 4404.4 mm.
Width73.901 in | 1877.1 mm.
Height70.901 in | 1800.9 mm.
Wheelbase116.001 in | 2946.4 mm.
Front Track61.901 in | 1572.3 mm.
Front Overhang26.71 in | 678.4 mm.
Rear Overhang30.61 in | 777.5 mm.
Interior
Front Headroom41.301 in | 1049 mm.
Rear Headroom40.401 in | 1026.2 mm.
Front Legroom41.001 in | 1041.4 mm.
Rear Legroom37.201 in | 944.9 mm.
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Suspension
SuspensionFront : Live axle, leading arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar

Rear : Live axle, trailing arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar


Steering
 Recirculating Ball
Steering Overall Ratio14.7:1
Turns lock to lock3.50


 
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