Versperus said:
they really are though, the H1 hummer was a jeep that was designed to have the maximum possible ground clearance, it's so wide because the transmission and driveshaft are effectively in the center console.

The H1 was the civilian version of the milspec HMMWV 'Humvee'. The H1 got a few creature comforts for the civilian market, and a more powerful engine; to save weight, a lot of the nigh-invulnerable bits were also replaced with lighter aluminum pieces.

She (the HMMWV) was built for insane approach and departure angles, as well as clearance (with a lot of the driveline tucked up high in the passenger area), noted for durability, and reasonable serviceability. The milspec is also configurable to 2 or 4 doors, and for a multitude of specialty roles, such as ambulance or electronics.

Sadly, the H2 and H3 'Hummers' were just re-badged, bloated GM SUVs which never lived up to their progenitor.

Sharp_Coyote said:
The H1 was the civilian version of the milspec HMMWV 'Humvee'. The H1 got a few creature comforts for the civilian market, and a more powerful engine; to save weight, a lot of the nigh-invulnerable bits were also replaced with lighter aluminum pieces.

She (the HMMWV) was built for insane approach and departure angles, as well as clearance (with a lot of the driveline tucked up high in the passenger area), noted for durability, and reasonable serviceability. The milspec is also configurable to 2 or 4 doors, and for a multitude of specialty roles, such as ambulance or electronics.

Sadly, the H2 and H3 'Hummers' were just re-badged, bloated GM SUVs which never lived up to their progenitor.

You boys and your toys.