Jeep Grand Cherokee Receives a Tonka Toy Makeover from Arctic Trucks

The Russian division of Arctic Trucks presented their latest project. The Jeep Grand Cherokee AT35 is based on the discontinued WK2 generation of the SUV, featuring larger tires, wide fender extensions, and suspension upgrades.

As with every single AT35 conversion, the Grand Cherokee received a set of chunky 35-inch tires. The all-terrain rubber is wrapped around a new set of 20-inch forged wheels with a BBS-style design and a dark finish. Another cool feature is the custom fender extensions, matching the color of the bodywork.

The bigger shoes come with an enhanced suspension system that includes front air struts, redesigned rear shocks, and air springs. These improvements increase the ground clearance by an additional 67 mm (2.6 inches), bringing the total to a remarkable 339 mm (13.4 inches). Additionally, the vehicle's tracks have been expanded by 140 mm (5.5 inches), which adds to its imposing "bigfoot" appearance.

These changes have a positive effect on the off-road angles of the Jeep, making it pretty much unstoppable over any terrain. Arctic Trucks claims that the approach angle has been increased by 5° (35°), while the departure angle gained 13° (36°). Specifically for use in cold climate regions, the tuner has applied anti-corrosion protection.

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The pictured model is currently offered for sale in Russia, where the company is accepting orders for similar conversions. According to the listing, the SUV is fitted with the stock 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 and has 158,000 km (98,200 miles) on the odometer. While the company hasn’t disclosed pricing, local media Daily Motor suggests that the a