When the US military needed something to replace the aging yet talented Willies Jeep, it switched to an equally capable and now perhaps even more legendary option: the American General Humvee. The Humvee has become a symbol of go-anywhere ability across the globe, seen in action on the battlefield and at home. If you’re a fan of military vehicles, then this 1986 American General Humvee M1025 is sure to appeal. With a host of choice modifications and a plethora of upgrades, it could just be one of the best options on the market.

Exterior and Interior

The bodyshell of this 1986 American General Humvee M1025 features the legendary slant back design and comes complete with a turret and gunman seat, although the latter two items have been disassembled. To protect this Humvee’s occupants from the elements, as well as making the cabin a more habitable space, the owner reports that the slant back and cab ceiling have been insulated. Further reducing road noise is an undercarriage that has been treated with noise reduction installed, while the X-Doors are now covered in aluminum plates. The front end sees a Rigid light bar, while the owner reports that the vehicle is partially armored with armor grills that have not been installed. The Humvee sits on new two-part 24-stud wheels wrapped in new Goodyear radial tires, while mud flaps have also been installed. Inside, you’ll find a Rugged Radios four-place intercom kit, as well as a fold-down tray to access the modified doghouse. There are two storage trays, and creature comforts are enhanced with the addition of a Sony AV receiver. Driving this behemoth is made easier thanks to rear, left and right side cameras.

Engine

Under the hood of this 1986 American General Humvee M1025 sits a B-Series Cummins first-generation 5.9L diesel engine. The engine has received recent maintenance, which includes a resurfaced cylinder head, a new .010" oversized head gasket, a new 4L80E HGM Electronics Compushift sport carburetor, and new Bosch fuel injectors. Additional modifications include an Advanced Thermal Products exhaust system and an Advanced Thermal Products turbo down piping system. Power is sent to the road via a new Bowler Tru-Street 4L80E performance transmission, which features a Hayden tru-cool max transmission cooler without a bypass valve. There’s a new Bowler transmission LED temperature kit indicator to ensure things stay cool too, plus a new transfer case and 2.56 front and rear differentials. Further cooling is taken care of by a new aluminum radiator installed by Ledfoot Racing and a new Perma-cool electric fan system.