2004 Hummer H3T Concept

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http://www.supercars.net/Pic?s=1&id=...=H3T%20Concept

Hummer introduced the ruggedly refined H3T concept vehicle at the 2004 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show, providing a glimpse at a growing family of expressive, versatile vehicles. The H3T is a midsize truck that infuses all of Hummer's military-derived DNA into a refined package that would carve new niche in the midsize truck market.

Innovative features abound in the H3T: The pickup box incorporates side-access doors, along with drop-down assist steps that also double as weather-tight storage compartments. The H3T's unique tailgate forms an unbroken load surface when down, contributing to the H3T's versatility. There's also a large, power-operated folding canvas sunroof and drop-down rear window that combine to offer an open-air driving experience.

There wouldn't be a Hummer badge on the H3T if it didn't have the capability to dive into twisty terrain that would leave lesser 4x4s spinning their wheels. Its wheels-at-the-corners stance, along with 34-inch-tall tires and 11.5 inches of ground clearance, gives the H3T a 51-degree approach angle and a 50-degree departure angle - critical measures on Hummers's internal off-road performance metric of capabilities.

Riding on a 118.6-inch wheelbase and measuring 74.5 inches wide, the H3T embodies the classic Hummer proportions - wide stance, low roofline, and wheels at the corners - that have made the H1 and H2 instantly recognizable around the world. And like the H1 truck, the H3T incorporates the cab and bed in a single structure for enhanced strength and an integrated appearance.

The H3T is built on a modified GM midsize truck platform, including the coil-over front and rear suspensions. Fox remote-reservoir shocks are used for the ultimate in off-road dampening. An automatic transfer case locks the vehicle into four-wheel drive when needed. The locking front and rear axles on the H3T are borrowed from full-size GM trucks. Braking is accomplished with four-wheel discs from Alcon. The 15-inch-diameter rotors are clamped down upon with Baer six-piston calipers in the front and four-piston calipers in the rear. Nineteen-inch wheels are mounted at all corners.

A 350-horsepower, turbocharged version of GM's new Vortec 3500 inline five-cylinder engine powers the H3T, and it's backed by the heavy-duty Hydra-Matic 4L65-E electronically controlled four-speed transmission. The turbocharged five-cylinder produces more power than most six-cylinder engines, but is more compact. The engine also makes 350 lb.-ft. of torque, which helps the H3T tackle steep terrain with ease. Fuel-saving variable valve timing technology, which is available on some of GM's four-, five- and six-cylinder engines, boosts the five-cylinder's efficiency by varying valve timing, lift and duration. It also improves emissions and overall performance.

Although currently a concept vehicle, the H3T was built with production-type components, including chassis and suspension components that were leveraged from existing GM truck architectures.

Story by General Motors Corp, edited by Supercars.net Publishing Inc

[LuvMyCar]

Just when I thought that the ELement was the ugliest car...... I do not like it at all

[Marc]

In a funky kind of way, I like it !!!

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Originally Posted by Marc

In a funky kind of way, I like it !!!

Me too! How good lookin' should it be to tear through the woods (if so inclined)?

[StOnEwHiTePt]

I dont like it at all, not even the h2. those look like the escalade rims?!

[2 TONE PT]

Looks like the last Dodge Powerwagon concept I saw.

[SINWAGON]

HMMMMM....nothing like my camoflauge version here on base, but still kinda cool!

[ptcruiser363]

You have to be kidding

[QuicksilverDon]

The link says "supercars" - not hardly. A GM pickup with different sheetmetal - hey, why not.
Comes with gun rack, dog cage and 6-pack holder standard.
I'll pass on it (I said pass )

[Marc]

Some better photos: