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Chrysler is bringing back the iconic off-road military characteristics of its Jeep models with the release of the Jeep J8 multipurpose vehicle at the recent 2007 Defence Systems & Equipment International (DSEi) military trade show. The event is described as "the world’s largest fully-integrated defence exhibition, bringing together senior international visitors and military influencers in an optimal business environment."

The Jeep J8 is based on the al-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited model. Jeep engineers enhanced the vehicle’s capability, functionality, and versatility.

Thomas Hausch, Vice President – International Sales, Chrysler LLC.
“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. 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.”

These enhancements made to the 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited to create the Jeep J8 include:

-    reinforced frame for increased ruggedness and greater payloads up to a maximum of 1,339 kg (2,952 lbs.)
-    Axles, brakes and suspension components are engineered for more demanding military and civilian government use
-    leaf-spring suspension system in the rear and J8’s Command-Trac four-wheel drive system
-    powered by a 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine that pumps out 158 hp (118 kW) and 295 lb.-ft. (400 Nm) of torque
-    towing capability of up to 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs.)
-    five-speed automatic transmission
-    unique air-intake system with special filtration and a hood-mounted snorkel that enables the J8 to wade in water up to 762 mm (30 in.) deep

The Jeep J8 will be available in 2-door or 4-door variants. As a military vehicle, the Jeep J8 is
fully armor capable and can perform various military duties such as command vehicle to troop/cargo carrier, ambulance, and communications vehicle. The Jeep J8 will roll out in markets starting in the spring of 2008.

With this new Jeep model, Jeep is bringing back its tradition of producing high quality vehicles for military and defense purposes. Anyway, I have to go now and look for Jeep and Mazda water pump replacement parts. Ciao!