The swap is sponsored by Cummins for testing:
“Cummins commissioned two builds of popular SUVs with two reputable builders chosen from our BETA R2.8 customer list. Both companies joining us on our media drive have also joined the newly launched Builder Program established for companies who wish to order engines directly from Cummins.
The main objectives of these builds were to better understand how the current
R2.8 Turbo Dieselperforms in heavier weight vehicles and experience the aftermarket's integration of automatic transmissions. We have taken a hands-off approach on these builds so that we can also observe how the aftermarket integrates our engine into these platforms, and better understand what improvements are needed, if any, in our engine calibration or installation guide materials. These vehicles have never been driven by the team at Cummins so as they sit, they represent a true aftermarket install from a builder.
Cummins will be taking possession of the vehicles from their respective builders, meeting in Durango, and then making their way up to Denver via Telluride and Silverthorne. Data will be logged on the vehicles at high altitudes in cold winter climates during a combination of highway and light trail riding. Subjective evaluations will also be made regarding drivability, as these vehicles are radically different than the lighter weight, manual transmission, short wheelbase Jeeps we have demonstrated in the past.
Following the Rocky Mountain driving demonstrations, the team from Cummins will continue east from Denver, driving the two SUVs back to headquarters in Columbus, Indiana, for a total of nearly 2,000 miles per freshly built vehicle. If you see us along the way, flag us down!”
Cummins Repower Adventure - Cummins Engines
