HUMMER H3R OFF-ROAD CONCEPT

10/29/2007

Hummer

Thanks primarily to the efforts of the Team HUMMER racing team, led by Rod Hall, the HUMMER H3 has quickly proved to be a formidable off-road competitor. It runs - and wins - in stock-class off-road races, where racers must rely on production chassis and powertrains. The H3R pays homage to the racing SUV while pushing the envelope on what could be considered "stock" - supposing the factory decided to drop in the 505-horsepower, 7.0L V-8 from the Corvette Z06. In addition to the high-powered engine, the H3R also sports a number of racing-inspired exterior modifications and an interior that blends racing functionality with boulevard comfort and convenience. No, a production H3 equipped with an LS7 engine isn't in the cards, but for 2008, HUMMER offers the H3 Alpha, which is powered by a new, 300-hp 5.3L all-aluminum V-8.

Vehicle highlights:

H3R concept

LS7 7.0L V-8 with 505 horsepower and Hydra-Matic 4L60 electronically controlled four-speed transmission

Custom valve covers and ignition coil covers

New, forward-tilting hood with Lexan see-through insert

Power-operated hood hinges

Custom air induction system with dual air boxes

Racing-inspired paint scheme with custom badging

Off-road lighting package with unique light bar

Custom rear dual exhaust system with four outlets

Wheel flares with quick-remove fasteners

HID headlamps from Starr Lighting

Clear front corner lamp lenses

Front bull bar

Body-color "Jerry" can mounted on the spare tire carrier

Twenty-inch wheels

Mickey Thompson Bear Claw 35-inch off-road tires

Rotora high-performance brake package

Fixed quarter window inserts

Eaton front locking differential

Enhanced cooling system with larger radiator

Modified suspension with Tenneco/Rancho four-inch lift package and Rancho reservoir shocks

Re-trimmed interior with brushed metal accents and trim

Front racing seats with five-point safety harnesses and weather-resistant seat material

Simpson window safety net

Washable rubber floor covering replaces carpeting

Navigation radio system

Off-road integrated display gauge package with compass, inclinometer, altimeter and timer

Auxiliary performance gauges

Auxiliary 20-gallon fuel tank

Second-row seats deleted

Cargo-area spare tire mount

GM Accessories (production and concept)

Rocker protectors

Underbody shield

Side-window weather deflector

Roadside assistance package

First-aid kit

Hitch receiver cover

Body-color grille