2004 Hummer H3T Concept
 

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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.

wow looks nice

what, 5 cyclinders?

These modern cars have been cleaning up the engine bay significantly. They might as well put a big smooth plastic cover over the top that says "Engine." Seems just a little too well covered, and I am not a fan of the exterior.

GM has degraded Hummer once again...

What used to be a LEGENDARY name has become a common soccer mom vehicle.

I see H2's everywhere, it takes the spark away from seeing a Hummer. Now with the H3 coming out, it has dropped itself to an even lower level.

Think of a $50,000 Ferrari. It would be a joke, a major embarassment to their name. Now think of a $30,000 Ferrari... get my point? Ferrari would be such a common name, it would be disgusting.

Not to my tastes. Looks like they're trying to overextend the brand.

Hummers are legendary? I think not..

I'd be embarrassed driving that thing.

<p>I agree but, would this truck be better or easier to stomach if it wasn't associated with Hummer. The H2 and this potential vehicle are not even close to H1s but are they all that bad? It, the H3, does look good (I think) and hopefully is more functional and less of a waste than the H2. My 2 cents.

ah yes s.u.v.'s....your mothers 1973 station wagon on steroids. gotta love em......but why. waste of perfectly good engineering if you ask me. Penis envy isn't that it......

mr b

It's OK, but I'd much rather drive the older generation Hummer over the new one. The old one just looks rough. Kinda like it can take a shot from a bazooka and keep rolling. The new one looks like something a wannabe marine who has never even punched a dude would drive.

I agree. The H2 is significantly more lame than the original and this H3 seems to be even worse.

Maybe I like it because it is more akin to a truck. I do hold a special place in my heart for an H1 though. Sighs, if only I was a rap star or the Governator of Cali.

OMFG it's a happy meal toy!

Yes, the original will always be better than the watered-down civilian versions

Reread my post dude.

Hummer's used to be legendary, until they became common soccer-mom vehicles with the introduction of the H2.

And yes, I would be embarassed driving the H3, that was my hole point. It's a GMC Sierra with big tires and a Hummer front end.
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I completely agree.

I would love to have an H1.

the new, cheap designs make me want to vomit

eh...it doesnt look horrible, but its not a true hummer. they've turned it into a "rich person wanna-be rugged outdoorsman." IMO hummers just dont belong on the city streets. they should be reserved for true outdoorsmen who would really know how to use them.

They could call it "The Trukker"

Alright to all you Hummer H2 Hater out there a website you must check out.<p>http://www.fuh2.com/<p>The fuck you H2 website.

wow i acaully like it. I usaully hate hummers but that one is acaully decent looking.

That's one bad ass lookin truck.

this really doesnt have to do anything with the Hummer truck....but i was doing some research and saw that the H1 has a 6.5L V8. how much horsepower do you think it produces? 250? 300? 350? how about a pathetic 195hp. thats just pathetic.

why? thats a behemouth of an engine. isnt that think supposed to be the "ultimate SUV". honda put out more fucking horsepower than that with a 4 banger.


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asudevil83: that's because that engine is made for torque and not horsepower. How many military personel care about -60 times? It's all about moving heavy loads.

i see what you are saying there, but i'm just looking at it as a city driver. i dont know about you, but i see these things ALL THE TIME. seeing an H1 on the street, people dont use them for hauling heavy equipment and stuff. they use them for the same purpose as lets say a Ford Excursion, Chevy Suburban, etc. compared to those monster SUVs, the H1 is mediocre at best in HP, and not too much more powerful in torque.

i also see horsepower as very important for hauling stuff around, not as important as torque, but still pretty important. i'm just saying that with a huge ass engine that they put in, that eats gas like a mofo, more power could have been squeezed out of it.

Well... The old H1s make 195hp at 3400 rpm. Not too bad, but not great. Its torque is where it shines. at 1800 RPM it makes 430 ft/lbs of torque. Thats what its all about. Drop that sucker into a low gear and youll pull a mountain without pressing the gas peddle. 430 is a significantl amount of torque and lets not even go into how much more capable and offroad machine it is. The new model gets an extra 10hp AND 10 ft/lbs torque too.

As for other models....i know fords huge 6.8 makes 425 lb/ft of torque...but not until 3500 rpm. With the hummer its not only about the amount, but when it makes it.

I loved the original Hummer, then came the H2 and it looked like a girl version of the original hated it. and now this monstrosity comes out, why must GM kill everything that is cool why?

There are no pictures of the truckbed. Is that because it's too small? I think so. Looks like a city driver to me.

you just lost any credibility for knowledge about Hummers and cars in general with that comment.

All I have to say is, It looks like a tonka truck...

with every new generation it looks uglier and uglier. It's nothing like the first one - real monster.

ALL I GOT TO SAY IS UGLY!!



they should ahve stopped after the H1

god damn that's ugly

dude no look at the purpose of the H1 would you want to go stupid fast in that thing better hope there are bumpers to stop you.

lakefire i totally agree with you any credibility that he may have had gone in an instant.

looks like a big pickup... i prefer the Humvee. looks more.. like a real hummer then this.