Power Wagon on Top Gear

[develand]

Tonights episode they have a Power Wagon, man I really want one of these trucks.

They looks so capable on and of road, although, I would really like to see a 1500 Power Wagon.


Thoughts on the Wagon?

 

[AustinB]

Too big to be a "praticle" off road vehicle. Its for show and wide open areas.

IMO

 

[develand]

I always kind of thought that. I have seen some pretty impressive pictures on the forum though. But a 2500 is a big machine.

 

[DannyMK2]

Too big to be a "praticle" off road vehicle. Its for show and wide open areas.

IMO

thats a subjective statement. totally depends on what your definition of practical is. For comparison a jeep wrangler is smaller, super capable off road and can make tight turns a heck of a lot easier, but you have almost no room to carry any gear with you, and the backseat is almost useless for passengers.

a 2500 really isnt that much bigger then a 1500, especially a lifted 1500.

 

[mohemipar]

If I could print money Id buy a Power Wagon and a Wrangler. Both are pretty much the best at what they are.

 

[AustinB]

If I could print money Id buy a Power Wagon and a Wrangler. Both are pretty much the best at what they are.

Id love to have a power wagon, don't get me wrong. They are very capable off the lot. A jeep, on the other hand, is not. There are tons of upgrades that need to be done first for moderate off roading. Jeeps are over-rated... But an amazing platform to build off of. I love hearing them dana 30s snap like twigs as soon as you put some 35" tires on it.

I fully respect a built jeep.

Im sure we all have different definitions of off road.. Im just thinking along the lines of black diamond trails at a minimum. Not a gravel road.

Much rather have an xj than a wrangler.

IMO

 

[R/T_Fire]

But a 2500 is a big machine.

Size doesn't matter, Not a Ram but a full size + ford that is one impressive wheeler. granted its a full custom build though. I'd love to build something like this from a ram

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_r4OxkuRxQ

 

[roastpuff]

Which episode of Top Gear is it? I don't remember them testing a Power Wagon...

 

[mohemipar]

Id love to have a power wagon, don't get me wrong. They are very capable off the lot. A jeep, on the other hand, is not. There are tons of upgrades that need to be done first for moderate off roading. Jeeps are over-rated... But an amazing platform to build off of. I love hearing them dana 30s snap like twigs as soon as you put some 35" tires on it.

I fully respect a built jeep.

Im sure we all have different definitions of off road.. Im just thinking along the lines of black diamond trails at a minimum. Not a gravel road.

Much rather have an xj than a wrangler.

IMO

True that. I was actually picturing a built up Jeep in my head. Tho then when you add all the weight to it with mods it's under powered. I guess one of the biggest strengths of the Wrangler stock is its size/wheelbase. They nailed that originally. A Rubicon is still a pretty good deal right out the factory. Here's an interesting article i read a few weeks ago: Jeep Wrangler vs Mercedes G550 vs Toyota Land Cruiser Comparison

 

[BigA]

In it's own element the Powerwagon is capable but it just has to much wheelbase and girth for tight off road trails. The biggest issue is high centering and then tight turns around obsticles. A regular cab short bed Power Wagon would be the bomb or the Ram Charger Power Wagon concept

http://newautosuv.com/2017-dodge-ramcharger-concept/dodge-ramcharger-accessories/

 

[develand]

Which episode of Top Gear is it? I don't remember them testing a Power Wagon...

New american version last night where they dont really test lol

 

[Jmhm17]

wait, what?! Its back on??? Holy hell I thought it was done, its been like 3 years since the last season. I suspect this season will only be 2 episodes? Srsly... when did this come back on?!??!?!!

 

[develand]

It is on History Channel, the one with Tanner Foust, etc. Third episode this season so far.

 

[Jmhm17]

yeah. the American one...... last season was over 2 years ago... I thought they canceled it. As for the BBC one, well... You punch your boss in the face and thats a done deal lol

 

[BoldAdventure]

Too big to be a "praticle" off road vehicle. Its for show and wide open areas.

IMO

To bad your opinion is wrong. I'll take you up on those diamond back trails.

 

[AustinB]

To bad your opinion is wrong. I'll take you up on those diamond back trails.

Lets do it (100% serious)

I would be super excited to see that thing in action.

IMO

 

[BoldAdventure]

Give me a list where I can look up these black diamond trails. I'm used to the Funtreks rating system, I have Colorado, Utah, SoCal trail books and stuff right now.

 

[develand]

Aww snap, this just got real!

 

[bcbouy]

yeah. the American one...... last season was over 2 years ago... I thought they canceled it. As for the BBC one, well... You punch your boss in the face and thats a done deal lol

i heard a romour they got picked up by the amazon prime channel.

 

[AustinB]

Corral canyon is probably the worst there is in my general area (within 1hr). Which is where I go

Bronco peak, sidewinder and the connector.

The connector is the double black diamond .. I haven't done it yet.. But I will if you do too

https://youtu.be/sGmyyBhptZI

(Trail ratings only apply to the area.. A black diamond at one place may not be the same at another. Its just the hardest in that area alone... So those would probably be a 6 in your book with the connector being 8-10)

https://youtu.be/rq05qtcMBPQ

IMO