If you’ve ever wondered what a modern day version of the Ramcharger would look like, wonder no more as Hennessey has announced the Mammoth 1000 SUV which it is teasing through a single render.
Based on the Ram 1500 TRX, the Mammoth 1000 is being billed as an “ultra-exclusive” SUV that features “supercar slaying” performance.
While the TRX is no slouch as its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 produces 702 hp (523 kW / 712 PS) and 650 lb-ft (880 Nm) of torque, that isn’t enough for the mad men at Hennessey. As a result, they’ll equip the engine with an upgraded supercharger, high-flow fuel injectors, an optimized air induction system, new catalytic converters and a special HPE calibration.
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Standard Ram 1500 TRX
Thanks to all these changes, the output will rise to 1,012 hp (755 kW / 1,026 PS) and 969 lb-ft (1,314 Nm) of torque. This should enable the model to rocket from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in 3.2 seconds and run the quarter mile in 11.4 seconds at 120 mph (193 km/h). Both are major improvements over the truck’s times of 4.5 seconds and 12.9 seconds at 108 mph (174 km/h).
Of course, the performance changes are only part of the story as the truck gets transformed into a seven-seat SUV. As part of the makeover, the model will be equipped with bespoke bodywork, an extended roofline and a sizeable rear window. Inside, there will be second-row captain’s chairs and a folding third-row bench.
If those changes weren’t drastic enough, the model will be outfitted with a heavy duty front bumper, a 2.5 inch (64 mm) lift kit and 20-inch wheels wrapped in 35-inch off-road rubber. Buyers will also find LED auxiliary lights and a front suspension leveling kit.
CEO John Hennessey called the Mammoth 1000 the “king of SUVs” and noted it will give “customers the ultimate combination of space, power and exclusivity.” Speaking of which, production will be limited to 20 units and pricing will start at $375,000 (£269,612 / €310,388).
