2005 Armored Jeep WK Grand Cherokee

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Technical specs:

Engine: V8 HEMI 5.7L
Performance: 330HP @ 5000 RPM
Torque: 375 Lb-ft @ 4000
Traction: 4WD
Transmission: 5 speed 545RFE
Suspension: Front torsion bars independent
Wheels and tires: R17 RLE, 17”x 7.5
Brakes: HD front ventilated discs and rear disc equipped

Structural armoring:

Ballistic steel in all perimeters including frames
(3/8 thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Ballistic steel (as roll bar cage protection)
(3/8 thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Ballistic steel protection on seat belt cavities
(3/8 thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Specra polietilene & ballistic steel protection on complete firewall
(3/16″ thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Ballistic steel level B6 & B5 cen, in all doors (4)
(2 layers by Ares France + 3 mm thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Specra polietilene protection level B6 & B5 cen complete roof
(62 layers by Ares France)

Ballistic steel protection on rear sides panels
(3/8 thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Ballistic steel protection in floor
(3mm thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Ballistic glass shields (39 mm) all sheilds
(by isoclima company of Finin group)

Reinforced steel hinges (all doors including cargo)
(3/8 thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Complementary armoring:

Hutchinson flat-run system.

Armored Fuel tank

Kevlar (ballistic nylon) anti-fragmentation grenade (14 caps by Dupont)

Free flow radiator ballistic protection (mesh)

Ballistic protection on Engine Side Fenders
(1/4 thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Ballistic protection on Battery Bay compartment
(1/4-thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Main computer and power supply box ballistic protection
(1/4-thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Main A/C air intake harmful induction protection

Inner bumper reinforcement (repel action)
(3/16 thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Ballistic overlaps in all window and doorframes
(3/8 thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Ballistic protection on all door latches and key knobs
(3/8 thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Ballistic protection on all side rear view mirror cavities
(3/8 thickness plates by Heflin Co.)

Alternate Free-flow escape exhaust system. (Mesh)

Complementary equipment:

Heavy-duty suspension
(Reinforced springs & reinforced stabilizing bars)

Driver and passenger heavy duty powered windows

6-ton load capacity hydraulic jack

Special Components:

All of the following has been modified to the standards of Armoring Grade Systems:

  • Elevators
  • Supports
  • Pressurized rods
  • Elevator rod & gears
  • Window supports
  • Lock bushings
  • Spacing rods
  • Elevator motor base
  • Module supports
  • Fifth Door Bushings
  • Rod housing
  • Hose connectors
  • Operating driver and passenger window
  • Reinforced stabilizer rods
  • Front and back special anti-barricade bumpers
  • Back door operation system

Optional equipment (not included):

Pepper gas
Electric shock sensors
Cold fire extinguisher
Speaker / siren combo
Strobes (4 lights)
Free hand Intercom
Brake System Upgrade
Tire & Wheel Upgrade (Flat Runs, Reinforced Wheels)
Woven Steel Brake Lines

Weight specs:

Original weight: 4012 lbs. (1820 kg)
Additional weight: 1650 lbs. (750 kg)
Total weight: 6050 lbs. (2570 kg)
Upon armoring, weight distribution in % between Front and rear axles – front: 64% front 44% back
Payload max 935 Lbs. (425kg)
Permissible weight 1271 Lbs. (578 kg)

Warranty:

Armoring process invalidates plant original warranty. However Armoring Plant provides warranty in most components.

Glass discoloration: 18 months
Glass delamination: 18 months
Glass installation: 18 months
Ballistic steel corrosion and installation: 24 months
Ballistic fibers corrosion and installation: 24 months

Bumper to bumper warranty: 3 years*:

Bumper to bumper warranty: 3 years*
(Engine, transmission and suspension)
(*) Mechanical service must be provided by armor certified service shop

Ballistic protection:

Projectile caliber: .30 7.62 nato
Cartridge type: 150 grain fmj
Velocity range: 2750 to 3025 ft/sec.
Number of shots: 1 shot (s)
Target range: 15 ft.
Sample size: 12 x 12 in.
Witness plate: 0.125 in. Thick corrugated cardboard
Witness plate distance: 18 in.
Test temperature: (-26/72), 55, 72, 95, 120 f
Standard document: United States: 752 -rev. April 29, 1994
Source: 752 –rev. April 29, 1994
Comments: indoor rating test: #1 at 55f, #2 at 72f, #3 at 95f
Outdoor rating test: #1 (one side at –26f other side at 72f), #2 at 72f, #3 at 120f

Unique collision bumper design:

Bumper design features a collision effect in which reaction will repel the aggressor vehicle instead of absorbing the collision event, this its because of its design and special high quality and technology materials used in its construction.