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prerunner1982
03-10-2016, 12:38 PM
What are your thoughts?

http://www.off-road.com/blog/2016/03/10/jeep-unleashes-it-2016-easter-jeep-safari-concept-vehicles/

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Jeep Crew Chief 715
The Jeep Crew Chief 715 concept vehicle was built as a salute to legendary Jeep military service vehicles, in particular the Kaiser M715. This open-air Wrangler Unlimited-based concept vehicle showcases a burly design with heritage styling cues. The Crew Chief 715 utilizes modern-day construction with a rear seat and extra doors for additional passenger capacity while staying close to its classic military roots.

Original Jeep military service vehicles were legendary for getting troops through rugged terrain, and the Jeep Crew Chief 715 illustrates this legacy. Steel front and rear bumpers, 20-inch beadlock wheels, and 40-inch NDT military tires pay homage to the original Jeep military vehicles. The Crew Chief 715 utilizes an on-board air system with a hard-mounted quick-disconnect fitting for airing up or lending assistance to other vehicles on the trail. Other features include a master cylinder brake upgrade, cold air intake and a modified exhaust.

Exterior features such as Jeep Performance Parts off-road rock rails, a winch mounted into the front and rear bumpers, Dana 60 front and rear axles and a 4-inch lift kit with Jeep Performance Parts/Fox 2.0 Remote Reservoir shocks give the Crew Chief 715 increased capability. The “Tactical Green” color scheme runs from the custom modified M715-inspired front-end to the tailgate. The Crew Chief 715 features a military themed 5-foot cargo bed.

Inside, the no-nonsense interior features leather bucket seats with canvas inserts, aircraft-inspired control switches and Mopar all-weather mats. The media center features a centrally located navigational compass.

The Jeep Crew Chief 715 is powered by the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine and is mated to a five-speed automatic transmission.

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Jeep Shortcut
A carefully crafted take on the beloved Jeep CJ-5, this Wrangler-based concept vehicle invokes the spirit of 1950s Americana with a shortened body and functional simplicity.

Exterior styling cues include a unique grille, hood, tailgate, front and rear wheel flares and custom chrome front and rear bumpers. A modified exhaust, 17-inch red steel wheels and 35-inch BF-Goodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM2 tires help the Jeep Shortcut maintain the look of an icon.

Jeep Performance Parts featured on the Shortcut include a front and rear Dana 44 axle and a 2-inch lift with Fox shocks. Overall body length has been reduced by more than 12 inches to keep the Shortcut concept vehicle light and maneuverable on the trails.

Inside, the simple yet functional interior features low-back leather bucket seats with plaid inserts, a red ball shifter handle, four-point safety cage and Mopar all-weather mats.

The Jeep Shortcut is powered by the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine and mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission.

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Jeep Renegade Commander
The Jeep Renegade Commander concept vehicle is equipped with an assortment of Mopar and Jeep Performance Parts for the ultimate off-road adventure. A 2-inch lift kit and 17-inch Rubicon aluminum wheels with 29.5-inch BF-Goodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires increase the off-road capabilities of the Jeep Renegade Commander.

The “Fluorescent Gray” exterior features Renegade’s MySky open-air roof with removable panels, custom body decal, Mopar off-road rock rails, skid plates and a modified exhaust. Also featured are the Mopar brand’s trailer hitch receiver and front and rear auxiliary lights.

Inside, the Renegade Commander includes Katzkin seat covers, body color bezel accents, a pedal kit, Mopar off-road kit and Mopar all-weather floor mats.

The Jeep Renegade Commander is powered by the 2.4-liter Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission with Jeep Active Drive Low.

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Jeep Comanche
Based on the Jeep Renegade, the Jeep Comanche concept vehicle is designed to be off-road ready with practical utility. A nod to Jeep pickup trucks of years past, the Comanche concept takes styling cues from military and civilian Jeep heritage.

The Comanche’s “Beige Against the Machine” concept exterior paint is accented with a Satin Black hood, a concept lower front fascia, winch, steel rear bumper, soft top, and spare tire in the bed. The wheelbase has been stretched an additional six inches versus a production Renegade to accommodate Comanche’s 5-foot bed.

Inside, the Comanche features custom seat covers, pedal covers, door sill guards, and Mopar all-weather mats. Jeep Performance Parts like off-road rock rails, a 2-inch lift kit and a winch bolster the Comanche’s off-road capability. The Comanche rolls on 16-inch painted wheels and 32-inch BF-Goodrich All Terrain T/A tires.

The Jeep Comanche is powered by a 2.0-liter diesel I-4 engine and mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission with Jeep Active Drive Lock, which includes low range and a locking rear differential.

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Jeep Trailcat
The Jeep Trailcat concept vehicle is the ultimate off-road machine, equally at home on Moab’s rugged trails or a high-speed section. Utilizing the supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI Hellcat V-8 engine, and mated to a 6-speed manual transmission with a custom shifter ball featuring an embossed Hellcat logo, the Trailcat concept vehicle leaves everything else in a cloud of dust.

To get the 707-horsepower Hellcat engine into the Trailcat, designers stretched the wheelbase an additional 12 inches while chopping the windshield two inches for a sleeker look. Mopar exterior enhancements include a power dome vented hood, Satin Black grille, LED headlamp and fog lamps and rock rails.

The robust off-road look is further aided by steel front and rear bumpers, 17-inch beadlock wheels and 39.5-inch BF-Goodrich Krawler T/A KX tires, front and rear Dana 60 axles and Fox shocks.

Subtle design cues, such as a Hellcat decal on the front quarter panels and a “Trailcat” decal on the side of the hood, hint at the horsepower that lurks beneath, making this much more than a typical production Wrangler. The Trailcat’s interior is simple yet functional and features sport bucket seats from the Dodge Viper, made from carbon fiber and featuring Katzkin leather seat covers with accent stitching.

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Jeep Trailstorm
The Trailstorm concept vehicle is the ultimate Jeep Wrangler for exploring off the beaten path. Offering room for extra gear and fuel tanks, it is based on the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, and delivers elevated capability to conquer trails with ease.

Off-road capabilities are enhanced with several Jeep Performance Parts, including 17-inch concept off-road wheels wrapped in 37-inch tires, a 2-inch lift kit with Jeep Performance Parts/Fox shocks, a Jeep Performance Parts Rubicon winch, and Dana 44 front and rear axles. Half doors offer a clear view of obstacles ahead and a bedlined interior makes cleaning up after a day on the trails easy.

Mopar exterior enhancements include a winch guard, Satin Black grille, LED headlights and fog lights, high top fenders, power-dome vented hood, Mopar off-road rock rails with a step, Big Brake Kit, a concept fast-back soft top, tail light guards and a Mopar fuel filler door. Finishing the Trailstorm’s exterior upgrades are a steel front and rear Rubicon bumper and a Jeep Performance Parts tire carrier. The Trailstorm is wrapped in camouflage allowing it to blend into its surroundings in the Utah desert.

The Trailstorm’s bed-lined interior also features Katzkin seat covers and Mopar all-weather floor mats. The Jeep Trailstorm is powered by a 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine and is mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission.

Not really a concept, but a neat "build"...and cause I love the pug nosed Jeep.

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Jeep FC 150
A true American workhorse, this 1960 Jeep FC 150 concept vehicle is rich with heritage and built to tackle both challenging rocky trails and the harshness of a western cattle ranch. Originally built from 1956 to 1965, the FC 150 is based on the CJ-5 and offered a clever packaging solution by keeping overall length to a minimum for maneuverability, but maintained a full-length cargo box for utility.

This heritage Jeep vehicle continues to utilize its original steel body that proudly bears battle scars while components underneath have been revamped. The FC 150’s off-road prowess has been enhanced courtesy of a 2005 Jeep Wrangler chassis modified to accept a Dana 44 front axle, Dana 60 rear axle and 17-inch white steel wheels wrapped in 33-inch BF-Goodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM2 tires.

Inside, the FC 150 features vinyl seat covers, a custom headliner wrapped in a vintage duck hunting pattern, CB radio, analog compass and Mopar all-weather mats.

The Jeep FC 150 heritage vehicle is powered by a 4.0-liter PowerTech I-6 and is mated to a 3-speed automatic transmission.

prerunner1982
03-10-2016, 12:50 PM
My thoughts:
Crew Chief 715- Am a fan of the M715 look but doubtful the supposed Jeep Truck will look anything like it.

Jeep Shortcut- Cool throw back to the CJ5, wonder if it could be a viable part of the Wrangler line up. Have Small, Regular, and XL.

Jeep Renegade Commander- Great let's reuse that name again....

Jeep Comanche - I like it. At least they didn't use the KL Cherokee front end. The convertible top is neat though Dodge tried that on the Dakota circa 1991ish. I think it would look alright with a hard top.

Jeep Trailcat - Hemi and big tires who wouldn't love that? Would be fun to drive.

Jeep Trailstorm - Ehh.. take the digital camo bodywrap off and it looks like every other JK I see on the road.

Jeep FC 150- Not really a concept, but a FC 150 body on a TJ chassis...running a 4.0 Liter. To be honest, I would take the FC 150 and it's patina over any of the other rigs above it.

bruggz351
03-10-2016, 04:22 PM
The Shortcut and the Comanche have my attention.
The Hellcat excites my inner child.😁
That is all...

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abebehrmann
03-10-2016, 04:46 PM
My thoughts:
Crew Chief 715- I like it a lot, but not as much as the Jeep pickup they had last year with the "razor" grill

Jeep Shortcut- I love it.

Jeep Renegade Commander- ehhhhh

Jeep Comanche - ehhh, it's ok I guess. I'm not going to run out and buy one but I do agree it looks better than one based on the new Cherokee would look. Not a fan of the roof line. Looks sorta like those baseball cap golf carts.

Jeep Trailcat - I'll take two please.

Jeep Trailstorm - Agree. It looks like a stock JK with a body wrap.

Jeep FC 150- Agree, this one is my favorite. Old Iron + straight six makes me happy.

blazer2
03-10-2016, 09:18 PM
Im the same. Jeep must love that v6 the chief should have a V8 or the 4.0L
FC150 all the way

XJ Wheeler
03-11-2016, 08:09 AM
Love the 715. Although seems like they have already done this with the nukizer, just 4 door. And it definitely needs a better engine!!!

The shortcut is pretty neat to me. Can't get over that shorter front end. Just mesmerizes me.

The "comanche" is just another appalling excuse to ruin a great name. I have an idea! Let's take a cute-over (the cute-ute version of a crossover) and put a bed on it! People will buy that's it suppose to be cool, or we just tell them it's "polarizing" again. [emoji14]oke:

The rest aren't impressing me. I do like the fc, but wonder if someone didn't just want to fund their project with company money since it's all old parts.

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Carves
03-11-2016, 11:10 AM
The 715 ... mehhh ... cutesy and impractical ... preferred the wagon concept,

The Short Cut makes me think Fiat might start cost cutting 2dr JK models .. :D,

The renegade commander ??? ... another little all wheel drive station wagon that looks like all the other brands ..

The little commanche ... bang a proper roof on it.
Old, used Subaru Brats still fetch $5000 down here.
If Fiat can make 'em half as as reliable and supply proper parts and service ... they might sell a few since there hasnt been decent replacement for the subie.


The trailcat ... Im too old to start buying RC toy 4x4s .. :rolleye0012:


... and the butt ugly FC ???, ... Dunno why - but I've always liked the old things. Maybe coz of the cab over landrovers with their PTO driven trailers.


Was there another in that lineup ???,

... I couldnt see it .. :rolleye0012: .. :D

bluedragon436
03-11-2016, 11:16 AM
Love the Crew Chief 715, but am hugely disappointed that they aren't sticking with the diesel it was originally supposed to be powered by, and went to the stupid ass Penstar engine that the JK folks are having huge issues out of...

Love the FC150 retro build... and glad they didn't try to redesign and hugely trash it, as they did with the Cherokee and now the Comanche designs...

denverd1
03-19-2016, 08:03 PM
Crew chief is cool. Trailcat hell yea!!
Can't believe they built renegade and Comanche concepts.

Jeep sorta dropped the ball this year IMO

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