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Old 10-24-2009, 04:27 PM   #50
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This is going wayyyy oof topic, but I just wanted to educate you guys about making ludicrous claims and then backing them up with data that proves them ludicrous.

A simple google search before spouting off would have saved you some embarassment....


2009 HUMMER H3 Off-Road Clearances

Turning Circle 37 feet (cRaptor = Not listed and I wonder why)

Ground Clearance 32″ tires/33′tires
9.7 in. / 10.5 in. (cRaptor = 9.8")

Approach Angle 32″ tires/33″ tires
37.4 degrees / 39 degrees (cRaptor = 29.8 degrees)

Departure Angle 32″ tires/33″ tires
34.7 degrees / 36.3 degrees (cRaptor = 26.1 degrees)

Breakover Angle 32″ tires/33″ tires
22.1 degrees / 23.7 degrees (cRaptor = 20.8 degrees)

Side Slope Capability
40 percent (cRaptor = Not listed and I wonder why)

Grade (upslope) Capability
60 percent (cRaptor = Not listed and I wonder why)

5 MPH Water Fording Capability
24 in. (cRaptor = Not listed and I wonder why)

20 MPH Water Fording Capability
16 in. (cRaptor = Not listed and I wonder why)

Vertical Scaling Capability
16 in. (cRaptor = Not listed and I wonder why)




Glossary

Approach Angle: When viewed from the side, this is the angle between the ground and a line running from the front tire to the lowest-hanging point directly in front of it, which is usually the front bumper. This angle gives an indication of how the vehicle can approach a steep incline and its ability to climb up objects like rocks and other obstacles without damaging the front bumper.

Breakover Angle: This angle is a measurement of a vehicle’s ability to drive over a sharp ridge without touching its underside. The “included” angle measures the angle inside the ramp, and the “excluded” angle measures the included angle to the vehicle’s horizontal. A shorter vehicle with large tires will have the best (largest) breakover angle. Most SUVs run around 20 degrees “excluded” breakover angle.

Departure Angle: The angle between the ground and a line running from the rear tire to the lowest-hanging point directly behind it, which is usually the rear bumper or trailer hitch. Similar to the approach angle, this angle indicates how the vehicle can depart a steep incline and its ability to exit off of rocks and other obstacles without damaging the rear bumper.

Grade (upslope) Capability: The percentage grade of a hill that a truck is capable of driving/climbing up.

Side Slope Capability: The percentage grade of a hill that a truck can traverse.

Water Fording Capability: The depth of water through which the truck can drive.
Great info!

BTW, I had 33 inch tires... My understanding is if you cranked the torsion bars up in the front you can sneak 35" tires under there...
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