Designed for extreme situations and conditions, the Jeep Rescue concept is not only the ultimate type of search and rescue vehicle — it’s a good execution of a Jeep off-road vehicle. Combining Jeep off-road capability with state-of-the-art search and rescue technology, the Jeep Rescue is designed to reach areas in the harshest, most daunting mountainous and desert areas.
Starting with a modern interpretation of the Jeep, the Rescue not only hints at a future design direction for a large Jeep — it builds on the Jeep heritage to forge a new dimension for the Jeep brand. Featuring all-new body-on-frame construction with hydroformed frame rails and riding on an 80-inch wide chassis with 123-inch wheelbase and 37-inch tires, the Jeep Rescue is built for anything thrown its way. The front hydropneumatic suspension combines with the heavy-duty link-coil rear suspension to give the Rescue its solid footing on all terrain.
Powered by a Cummins Diesel and featuring seating for five, the Jeep Rescue’s primary mission is rescue capability, and its list of rescue and safety equipment are:
-AC electric power (10 kW) generation in the field
-3-D topographical mapping software and topographical navigation system
-Under-chassis, point-of-view cameras for avoiding danger in its path
-Passive, infrared (thermal) cameras for search and rescue
-Satellite telephone; VHF radio, digital video recorder with satellite transmission capability
-Retractable 4-point harnesses for vehicle occupants
-Exterior perimeter lighting
-White LEV lighting for long distance visual search and reduced power use
-Folding seats in rear compartment of vehicle
-Remote control winch – front and back
