FIRE-BREATHING CABALLO DIABLO HEATS UP THE DESERT DURING THE 2012 MOAB EASTER JEEP SAFARI
It can stop a bullet from an AK-47 and securely transport dignitaries at high speeds over any terrain. The new 2012 Dodge Ram DS 1500 Crew Cab from VWerks is a one-of-a-kind tactical vehicle designed to move high-value cargo anywhere on planet earth.
Adrian, MI (April 4, 2011) – Not many vehicles can say they have a lightweight Level III “Dragon Skin” ballistic armored cabin that defeats 7.62x39 AK-47 ammunition. Fewer have a resume that includes an optional 700-horsepower V-10 tucked between Aramid Kevlar front fenders. Add an off-road tuned suspension with 14 inches of wheel travel and you have equipment only found in the new Caballo Diablo debuted at by Venchurs VWerks at the 2012 Moab Easter Jeep Safari.
Caballo Diablo, which means “Devil’s Horse,” begins its life as a stock 2012 Dodge 1500 Crew Cab Short bed before it was transformed into one of the most tactically versatile up-armored vehicles ever built. Engineered to be a rolling test bed for VWerks’ line of off-road and military hardware, in addition to its body armor to protect up to five passengers, Caballo Diablo wears a tactical front bumper built to increase approach angle and permit aggressive contact with other vehicles. The bumper serves as the mounting point for Baja Designs 6-inch spot and wide-angle H.I.D. lighting or optional infrared auxiliary lighting package.
One option found on Caballo Diablo not available in the United States is a full perimeter force field flame defensive countermeasure system dubbed “Dragon’s Mouth” which on command, blasts the area surrounding the truck with flames. Also on the tactical options list is a full Night Vision System (NVS) compatible cockpit. What is standard though, is a suspension system able to cut through urbanized terrain and unimproved surfaces with extreme precision.
The KORE Tactical Series off-road suspension not only has the previously-mentioned 14 inches of travel, the system uses high-angle, forged tie rods, Race Series control arms and re-buildable high-angle ball joints while utilizing 3-inch internal-bypass Fox Shoxs. The rear suspension is a five-link setup and the system provides clearance for 35x12.50 BFGoodrich tires mounted on 17x18.5 Method beadlock racing wheels.
For high-speed tactical driving on paved and unpaved surfaces along with internal and external protection provisions, VWerks’ Caballo Diablo is not only unique, it’s a must-have for clients seeking the utmost in modern day secure transportation.
About VENCHURS:
Venchurs, Inc. a successful minority owned business located in Adrian, Michigan has been serving the automotive OEM and aftermarket industries for more than 30 years, specializing in kit-packaging, order management, and service based logistics. Combining employee longevity with industry experience, Venchurs provides high quality projects and exceptional customer service. Their newest division, Venchurs Vehicle System incorporates a variety of vehicle programs, including VWerks, which manages, develops and markets specialty vehicle assembly and sales programs and CNG conversions for Ford as a QVM (Qualified Vehicle Modifier). For more information visit www.Venchurs.com or www.VenchursVehicles.com.
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Caballo Diablo
Light-Tactical Vehicle
Caballo Diablo is designed for secure transport of dignitaries and their families as well as light tactical military and police use. The first of its kind, Caballo Diablo’s all-wheel-drive, specialized suspension and lightweight ballistic armor permit high-speed tactical driving on both paved roads and unimproved surfaces. At home in the world’s capital cities or on patrol in developing nations, Caballo Diablo provides tactical versatility never before available in an up-armored platform.
2012 DS 1500 Crew Cab Short Bed
Powertrain
5.7L Hemi VVT Engine with 390 HP @ 5,600 rpm along with 407 ft-lbs of torque @ 4000 rpm
65RFE Transmission 6-speed Automatic
BW44-DD Transfer Case
Optional Equipment
8.4-liter, 512 cubic-inch V-10 Viper Motor
710 HP @ 6200 rpm with 664 ft-lbs torque @ 5400 rpm
Four speed, Heavy Duty Performance transmission
4.56 Ratio, Heavy Duty Axle Package with 10.00” ring gears
Suspension
KORE “Tactical Series” Off Road Suspension
14” wheel travel front and rear
High-angle, Forged Tie Rods
Race Series Control Arms
Re-Buildable high-angle Ball Joints
3” internal bypass Fox Shocks
Five link coil-spring rear Suspension
Tires
BF Goodrich Off Road Tires – 35 x 12.50 x R17
Method Beadlock Racing wheel – 17” x 8.5”
Exterior
“Dragon Skin” ballistic armored cabin. Level III – defeats 7.62x39 AK-47 munitions
Aramid “Kevlar” fiber front and rear body panels (sacrificial parts permit aggressive tactical driving)
Tactical Front bumper increases approach angle and permits aggressive contact with other vehicles
Baja Designs 6” Spot and Wide Angle HID or Infra Red Auxiliary Light Package
Options:
Fully Night Vision System (NVS) compatible cockpit
Full Perimeter Force Field Flame Defensive System - “Dragons Mouth
Contact:
Laura Conrad – Kahn Media
818/881-5246 Laura@KahnMedia.com
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