Thanks primarily to the efforts of the Team HUMMER racing team, led by Rod Hall, the HUMMER H3 has quickly proved to be a formidable off-road competitor. It runs – and wins – in stock-class off-road races, where racers must rely on production chassis and powertrains.

2008 Hummer H3R Off Road

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  • Model: 2008 Hummer H3R Off Road

2008 Yamaha WR250F

Specifications
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  • Model: 2008 Yamaha WR250F
  • Engine/Motor: Liquid-cooled DOHC 4-stroke; 5 titanium valves
  • Transmission: Constant-mesh 5-speed; multiplate wet clutch
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The H3R pays homage to the racing SUV while pushing the envelope on what could be considered “stock” – supposing the factory decided to drop in the 505-horsepower, 7.0L V-8 from the Corvette Z06. In addition to the high-powered engine, the H3R also sports a number of racing-inspired exterior modifications and an interior that blends racing functionality with boulevard comfort and convenience. No, a production H3 equipped with an LS7 engine isn’t in the cards, but for 2008, HUMMER offers the H3 Alpha, which is powered by a new, 300-hp 5.3L all-aluminum V-8.

Vehicle highlights:

 

  • H3R concept
  • LS7 7.0L V-8 with 505 horsepower and Hydra-Matic 4L60 electronically controlled four-speed transmission
  • Custom valve covers and ignition coil covers
  • New, forward-tilting hood with Lexan see-through insert
  • Power-operated hood hinges
  • Custom air induction system with dual air boxes
  • Racing-inspired paint scheme with custom badging
  • Off-road lighting package with unique light bar
  • Custom rear dual exhaust system with four outlets
  • Wheel flares with quick-remove fasteners
  • HID headlamps from Starr Lighting
  • Clear front corner lamp lenses
  • Front bull bar
  • Body-color “Jerry” can mounted on the spare tire carrier
  • Twenty-inch wheels
  • Mickey Thompson Bear Claw 35-inch off-road tires
  • Rotora high-performance brake package
  • Fixed quarter window inserts
  • Eaton front locking differential
  • Enhanced cooling system with larger radiator
  • Modified suspension with Tenneco/Rancho four-inch lift package and Rancho reservoir shocks
  • Re-trimmed interior with brushed metal accents and trim
  • Front racing seats with five-point safety harnesses and weather-resistant seat material
  • Simpson window safety net
  • Washable rubber floor covering replaces carpeting
  • Navigation radio system
  • Off-road integrated display gauge package with compass, inclinometer, altimeter and timer
  • Auxiliary performance gauges
  • Auxiliary 20-gallon fuel tank
  • Second-row seats deleted
  • Cargo-area spare tire mount

 

GM Accessories (production and concept)

 

  • Rocker protectors
  • Underbody shield
  • Side-window weather deflector
  • Roadside assistance package
  • First-aid kit
  • Hitch receiver cover
  • Body-color grille