1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site
    Quick Links: What work boots are you wearing to work? What kind of overpriced BS is this?! Does anyone have a Pentalobe screwdriver size TS1? What kind of binoculars should I buy? Working man pants that don’t suck? Someone Was Snooping Around My House!!!

Hmmwv vs mk48

Discussion in 'Off-Topic Discussion' started by mutilatedjak, Mar 1, 2019.

?

Mk48 vs hmmwv?

  1. Mk48 dragon wagon

    2 vote(s)
    50.0%

  2. Hmmwv

    2 vote(s)
    50.0%
Multiple votes are allowed.
  1. Mar 1, 2019 at 6:20 PM
    #1
    mutilatedjak

    #1
    mutilatedjak [OP] n00b waffle

    Joined:
    Oct 16, 2011
    Member:
    #65291
    Messages:
    1,352
    Gender:
    Male
    WA
    Vehicle:
    11 DC SB TRD Sport 6spd
    BP-51s, Dakar leafs, ARB bumper, 4xinnovations rear HC, 3x trail camera, pure android, lightforce 170s, Dick Cepek 255 85s extreme terrain.
    So because my last name is Hummer I have always wanted to buy a surplus Hummer... And I have been perusing govplanet and similar sites. Low and behold I come across surplus USMC mk48 8x8 dragon wagons for less than the price of a new Tacoma.... I think I can get my wife onboard if I only get one or the other... So hmmwv vs mk48?
    s-l1000.jpg

    744017_6002_160_0001.jpg
     
    mutilatedjak, Mar 1, 2019
    #1
  2. Mar 1, 2019 at 7:10 PM
    #2
    ntgm37

    #2
    ntgm37 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 9, 2011
    Member:
    #59604
    Messages:
    98
    Gender:
    Male
    Dragon Wagon bro! Does it come with the MK14 trailer as well? I still have my license for that beast. The Yaw steering is pretty dope, but you will need some ear plugs. The engine is in between the driver and passenger seats!
     
    ntgm37, Mar 1, 2019
    #2
    mutilatedjak[OP] likes this.
  3. Mar 1, 2019 at 7:17 PM
    #3
    ntgm37

    #3
    ntgm37 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 9, 2011
    Member:
    #59604
    Messages:
    98
    Gender:
    Male
    Here is an idea of our motor pool in Al Taqqadum Iraq circa 05

    20161119_191115.jpg
     
    ntgm37, Mar 1, 2019
    #3
    mutilatedjak[OP] likes this.
  4. Mar 1, 2019 at 7:27 PM
    #4
    windsor

    #4
    windsor Just a guy

    Joined:
    Dec 31, 2014
    Member:
    #145322
    Messages:
    7,544
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Chris
    Homeless in Oregon
    Vehicle:
    2008 Tacoma Super Duty aka Tundra
    Canopy, fitted seat covers, OBA with self leveling air bags, 100w solar, dual Rhino Rack Pioneer platforms, side & rear LED work/FU lights, CB, cell booster. 7x16 cargo conversion, 3" lift, 7'x6.5' fold down aluminum rear deck.
    Get a 1075 with a flat rack and a travel trailer. Mount travel trailer on top of flat rack.
    How many acres do you have for parking/repairs?
     
    windsor, Mar 1, 2019
    #4
    Phessor likes this.
  5. Mar 1, 2019 at 7:29 PM
    #5
    mutilatedjak

    #5
    mutilatedjak [OP] n00b waffle

    Joined:
    Oct 16, 2011
    Member:
    #65291
    Messages:
    1,352
    Gender:
    Male
    WA
    Vehicle:
    11 DC SB TRD Sport 6spd
    BP-51s, Dakar leafs, ARB bumper, 4xinnovations rear HC, 3x trail camera, pure android, lightforce 170s, Dick Cepek 255 85s extreme terrain.
    The variants I can get are the 14,15, or 17 (I think). Flat trailer, flat with crane, or wrecker with crane.

    How squirrelly is the yaw steering?
     
    mutilatedjak, Mar 1, 2019
    #5
  6. Mar 1, 2019 at 7:53 PM
    #6
    mutilatedjak

    #6
    mutilatedjak [OP] n00b waffle

    Joined:
    Oct 16, 2011
    Member:
    #65291
    Messages:
    1,352
    Gender:
    Male
    WA
    Vehicle:
    11 DC SB TRD Sport 6spd
    BP-51s, Dakar leafs, ARB bumper, 4xinnovations rear HC, 3x trail camera, pure android, lightforce 170s, Dick Cepek 255 85s extreme terrain.
    My lot is 16000sqft

    I already have ideas....heh
    parking.jpg
     
    mutilatedjak, Mar 1, 2019
    #6
  7. Mar 1, 2019 at 7:54 PM
    #7
    ntgm37

    #7
    ntgm37 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 9, 2011
    Member:
    #59604
    Messages:
    98
    Gender:
    Male
    The steering is actually very nice. You can turn the whole tractor half way while in place if that makes sense. You're gonna need alot of hydraulic fluid for the plug though.
     
    ntgm37, Mar 1, 2019
    #7
    My Name is Rahl and mutilatedjak[QUOTED][OP] like this.
  8. Mar 1, 2019 at 7:55 PM
    #8
    mutilatedjak

    #8
    mutilatedjak [OP] n00b waffle

    Joined:
    Oct 16, 2011
    Member:
    #65291
    Messages:
    1,352
    Gender:
    Male
    WA
    Vehicle:
    11 DC SB TRD Sport 6spd
    BP-51s, Dakar leafs, ARB bumper, 4xinnovations rear HC, 3x trail camera, pure android, lightforce 170s, Dick Cepek 255 85s extreme terrain.
    Those 1075s are nice...I've only heard of 2 or 3 in civilian hands though.
     
    mutilatedjak, Mar 1, 2019
    #8
  9. Mar 2, 2019 at 6:47 PM
    #9
    Louisd75

    #9
    Louisd75 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Nov 7, 2013
    Member:
    #116140
    Messages:
    1,091
    Gender:
    Male
    Northwest Washington
    Vehicle:
    '02 Xtra Cab, '15 DCSB
    The HEMTT might make a better base for a camper though:

    [​IMG]
     
    Louisd75, Mar 2, 2019
    #9
    mtmudrunner, xxTacocaTxx, windsor and 1 other person like this.
  10. Mar 2, 2019 at 6:56 PM
    #10
    mutilatedjak

    #10
    mutilatedjak [OP] n00b waffle

    Joined:
    Oct 16, 2011
    Member:
    #65291
    Messages:
    1,352
    Gender:
    Male
    WA
    Vehicle:
    11 DC SB TRD Sport 6spd
    BP-51s, Dakar leafs, ARB bumper, 4xinnovations rear HC, 3x trail camera, pure android, lightforce 170s, Dick Cepek 255 85s extreme terrain.
    Very true but I have no intention of making it a camper.
     
    mutilatedjak, Mar 2, 2019
    #10
  11. Mar 2, 2019 at 7:29 PM
    #11
    Louisd75

    #11
    Louisd75 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Nov 7, 2013
    Member:
    #116140
    Messages:
    1,091
    Gender:
    Male
    Northwest Washington
    Vehicle:
    '02 Xtra Cab, '15 DCSB
    Well then carry on! Let me guess... commuter vehicle? It'd be perfect for the Seattle area
    :p
     
    Louisd75, Mar 2, 2019
    #11
  12. Mar 2, 2019 at 7:59 PM
    #12
    mutilatedjak

    #12
    mutilatedjak [OP] n00b waffle

    Joined:
    Oct 16, 2011
    Member:
    #65291
    Messages:
    1,352
    Gender:
    Male
    WA
    Vehicle:
    11 DC SB TRD Sport 6spd
    BP-51s, Dakar leafs, ARB bumper, 4xinnovations rear HC, 3x trail camera, pure android, lightforce 170s, Dick Cepek 255 85s extreme terrain.
    Hell yea! Bring on the next snow storm! Traffic, a mere speed bump.
     
    mutilatedjak, Mar 2, 2019
    #12
  13. Mar 2, 2019 at 8:00 PM
    #13
    crazysccrmd

    #13
    crazysccrmd Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Mar 17, 2016
    Member:
    #181592
    Messages:
    8,332
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    Aprilia Tuareg 660
    I don’t know why anyone would want to buy overpriced and unreliable army equipment.
     
    crazysccrmd, Mar 2, 2019
    #13
  14. Mar 2, 2019 at 9:47 PM
    #14
    mutilatedjak

    #14
    mutilatedjak [OP] n00b waffle

    Joined:
    Oct 16, 2011
    Member:
    #65291
    Messages:
    1,352
    Gender:
    Male
    WA
    Vehicle:
    11 DC SB TRD Sport 6spd
    BP-51s, Dakar leafs, ARB bumper, 4xinnovations rear HC, 3x trail camera, pure android, lightforce 170s, Dick Cepek 255 85s extreme terrain.
    But because dragon wagon!
     
    mutilatedjak, Mar 2, 2019
    #14
  15. Mar 2, 2019 at 9:49 PM
    #15
    windsor

    #15
    windsor Just a guy

    Joined:
    Dec 31, 2014
    Member:
    #145322
    Messages:
    7,544
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Chris
    Homeless in Oregon
    Vehicle:
    2008 Tacoma Super Duty aka Tundra
    Canopy, fitted seat covers, OBA with self leveling air bags, 100w solar, dual Rhino Rack Pioneer platforms, side & rear LED work/FU lights, CB, cell booster. 7x16 cargo conversion, 3" lift, 7'x6.5' fold down aluminum rear deck.
    I do miss driving my 1070. Id love to build a camper out of one. Like this...
    [​IMG]
     
    windsor, Mar 2, 2019
    #15
    xxTacocaTxx and mutilatedjak[OP] like this.
  16. Mar 3, 2019 at 12:02 PM
    #16
    ntgm37

    #16
    ntgm37 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 9, 2011
    Member:
    #59604
    Messages:
    98
    Gender:
    Male
    Well, it's a Marine Corps piece of equipment for one, and two it is pretty bullet proof (literally when the up armor is on).
     
    ntgm37, Mar 3, 2019
    #16
  17. Mar 3, 2019 at 12:05 PM
    #17
    crazysccrmd

    #17
    crazysccrmd Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Mar 17, 2016
    Member:
    #181592
    Messages:
    8,332
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    Aprilia Tuareg 660
    So you’re saying it used to be Army equipment but they upgraded and the Marines got the hand-me-downs?
     
    crazysccrmd, Mar 3, 2019
    #17
  18. Mar 3, 2019 at 12:07 PM
    #18
    ntgm37

    #18
    ntgm37 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 9, 2011
    Member:
    #59604
    Messages:
    98
    Gender:
    Male
    In this case (which is rare) it was only for the Marines. The Army have a similar rig but both are different.
     
    ntgm37, Mar 3, 2019
    #18

Products Discussed in

Mobil 1 104361 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart (Pack of 2)
$29.67
Toyota Oil Filter Cap - 15620-31060
$18.88
Ham Radio Handheld Long Range (UV-5R 8Watt) UHF/VHF Radio with 2 Rechargeable Battery, Portable Radio for Adults with Earpiece, GV-771 Antenna, Compatible with BAOFENG Programming Cable (3rd Gen)
$49.99
VIAIR 88P Portable Compressor Kit (12V, 120 Psi, Forup to 33" Tires)
$90.01
NOCO Boost Plus GB40 1000A UltraSafe Car Battery Jump Starter, 12V Battery Pack, Battery Booster, Jump Box, Portable Charger and Jumper Cables for 6.0L Gasoline and 3.0L Diesel Engines, Gray
$99.95
M18 Cordless Lithium-Ion 6-1/2" Circular Saw - 2630-20 - ( MILWAUKEE ) - BARE TOOL
$79.00
Baofeng UV-5R Ham Radio Long Range Handheld UV5R Dual Band 3800mAh Rechargeable Two Way Radio Walkie Talkies for Adults with Earpiece,Speaker Mic and Programming Cable Full Kit (Black-1Pack)
$39.97
Toyota Genuine Parts 90915-YZZD3 Oil Filter 1 Case (QTY 10)
$53.74
ESTWING Fireside Friend Axe - 14" Wood Splitting Maul with Forged Steel Construction & Shock Reduction Grip - E3-FF4, Blue
$34.97
HOSE KIT FOR 3/8" ID NIPPLE FUMOTO VALVES
$9.94
Cleaner Set for Carbon Kit Welding Tip Cleaners for Cutting Torches Nozzles Tips Gas Orifices Sprinklers and Shower Heads, 13 Wire Set (8 Pieces)
$13.99
BAOFENG UV-5R Dual Band Two Way Radio (Black), 144-148MHz & 420-450MHz
$18.39
Super Lube 56204 O-Ring Silicone Lubricant, Clear
$12.96
MOOG K80827 Front Lower Suspension Ball Joint for Toyota Tacoma
$23.43
Toyota/ exxon mobil Case of 6 Quarts Full Synthetic TGMO SN 0W-20 Oil
$53.20
Dongar Dashcam Power Adapter (12-pin for '15-'23 Toyota Tacoma. Also Compatible with Select Sienna, Honda, and More), Connects to Rearview Mirror, Built-in USB Power Source, Easy to Install
$32.99
Motivx Tools Oil Filter Wrench for Toyota Camry, Tundra, Tacoma, 4Runner, RAV4 and More - 64mm 14 Flute Precision CNC Machined Aluminum Oil Filter Removal Tool
$29.95
Fumoto Original F103S LC-10 Lever Clip FS-Series Engine Oil Drain Valve, 1 Pack
$36.99
HELLA 003399801 Supertone 12V High Tone/Low Tone Twin Horn Kit with Red Protective Grill, 2 Horns
$39.31
ESI Ultimate Tailgate Seal with Taper Seal 10ft for use with Truck Caps and Tonneau Covers
$27.95
MySoil - Soil Test Kit | Grow The Best Lawn & Garden | Complete & Accurate Nutrient and pH Analysis with Recommendations Tailored to Your Soil and Plant Needs
$29.99
Kolpin 53360 ATV Front Rack Gear Basket, Black
$110.33
Tire Inflator Air Compressor, Compatible with Dewalt 20v Max Battery WITLIGHT 160 PSI Cordless Portable Electric Air Pump with Digital Pressure Gauge for Car, Bike, Sport Ball (TOOL BARE) (Yellow)
$29.99
TireMinder Solar Powered Trailer TPMS, 4 Tire Kit
$171.40
SALIRION ATV Front Cargo Basket,Universal ATV/UTV Storage Rack,36" L x 17" Wx 6.33" H Heavy Duty Steel Luggage Carrier with Mesh Frame,500 lbs Capacity,Black
$105.99
Midland – MXT275 MicroMobile® GMRS Radio – 15 watts Two-Way Radio with Integrated Control Microphone – Overland Caravanning Tractors – Detachable External Magnetic Mount Antenna - 8 Repeater Channels
$164.99
Cocoon CPG5BK GRID-IT!® Accessory Organizer - Small 10.25" x 5.125" (Black)
$16.48
BAOFENG UV-5G (UV-5X) GMRS Radio, Long Range Rechargeable Two Way Radio with NOAA Weather Receiving & Scanning, GMRS Handheld Radio for Adults, Support Chirp, 2 Pack
$39.99
Bialetti - Moka Espress: Iconic Stovetop Espresso Maker, Makes Real Italian Coffee, Moka Pot 6 Cups (6 Oz), Aluminium, Silver
$48.50
Tecmate TecMate OptiMATE 1 DUO, TM-409, 4-step 12V / 12.8V 0.6A battery charger & maintainer
$49.95
Lavatools PX1D Javelin PRO Duo Ultra Fast Professional Digital Instant Read Meat Thermometer for Grill and Cooking, 4.5" Probe, Auto-Rotating Backlit Display, Splash Resistant – Maize
$49.99
Halo Garden of Vegan Adult Wet Dog Food, Plant-Based, 13oz Can (Pack of 12)
$49.99
Yogasleep Dohm Classic (White) The Original White Noise Sound Machine, Soothing Natural Sounds from a Real Fan, Sleep Therapy for Adults & Baby, Noise Cancelling for Office Privacy & Meditation
$47.97
BUG-A-SALT Yellow 3.0
$49.95
Allett Trifold Wallet, Indigo Blue | Nylon, RFID Blocking | Slim, Minimalist, Water Resistant, Thin, Front Pocket | Holds 2-12 Cards, Flat Bills, Receipts & Coins | For Men & Women | Made in the USA
$48.00
Mitutoyo 188-151, Screw Pitch Gage, 4 - 42 TPI and 0.4 - 7mm, 51 Leaves, Inch/Metric Black
$49.98
Fire-Maple "Fixed Star 1" Backpacking and Camping Stove System | Outdoor Propane Cooking Gear | Portable Pot/Jet Burner Set | Ideal for Hiking, Trekking, Fishing, Hunting Trips and Emergency Use
$49.95
PEAK Digital Wireless Back-Up Camera, Color LCD Monitor, 3.5"
$47.55
Crescent CSWS8 3/8" Drive Socket Wrench Set, 25-Piece
$48.35
100% Cotton Percale Sheets Queen Size, Charcoal, Deep Pocket, 4 Pieces Sheet Set - 1 Flat, 1 Deep Pocket Fitted Sheet and 2 Pillowcases, Crisp Cool and Strong Bed Linen
$49.99
Casio Men's G-Shock Quartz Watch with Resin Strap, Black, 20 (Model: DW5600E-1V)
$49.88
Watch Winder for Automatic Watches - Direct Drive Motor, Touch Button Settings, 12 Different Settings, LED Light, Spring Action Pillow, Compact Design - Single Watch Winder for Rolex
$49.95
To Top