Hey fellow Tarheels, anyone up to the task to scope 'em out, these are in the western part of the state.
Cross Lander U.S.A. 4x4 Dealer List
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Carolina Cross Lander
2009 Barnes Street
Reidsville NC 27320
1-800-255-4595
Hickory Cross Lander
161 Hwy 70 SE
Hickory, NC 28603
1-800-880-9171
I'm not in the know on the automotive industry, and certainly not in the Brasilian industry, but in recently completing a research paper for my English class on Roundabouts, I noted that Sao Paulo, Brazil is home to over
5 million, yes thats 5,000,000, vehicles in and around Sao Paulo. I note this since their gallery shows pics from the Sao Paulo Auto Show.
"Rush hour traffic jams in Sao Paulo, Brazil average a mind-boggling 53 miles in length, according to the city Traffic Engineering Dept. Sao Paulo’s population fluctuates between 16 and 24 million people, and is home to 5.1 million cars"
Now, where I'm heading with this is that, I would think (read: knee-jerk reaction <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="images/icons/wink.gif" /> ) that one would not even think of introducing a new model/design in such a market if it didn't offer some type of appeal/functionality due to the apparent competition. Note that quality is not necessarily a priority but with an International motor and an Eaton trannie, there might be something there.
Having never been to S.A., I wouldn't know, but it's my understanding the road systems in S.A. are not the best in the world by far, so a capable 4x4 is almost a necessity?
CROSSLANDER SPECS
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- <font size="2" face="Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, Helv, Helvetica, Sans">ENGINE
Make: International HS 2.8 WG
Aspiration: Inter-cooled Turbo Diesel
Displacement (cm3): 2785
No. of Cylinders: 4
Bore & Stroke (mm): 93/102.5
Compression Ratio: 19.5:1
Maximum Horsepower: 132
R.P.M. at Maximum Power: 3800
Maximum Torque (Nm): 355
TRANSMISSION
Wheel Drive: Permanent 2x4 rear/part time 4x4
Gear Box Make: Eaton
Type: FSO-2405-D
No. of Gears: 5 + 1 Synchronized
Ratio of Gears: 4.473; 2.458; 1.472; 1.000; 0.809; reverse 3.795
Transfer Box Make: Cross Lander
Clutch: Hydraulic control
SUSPENSION
Front Axle: Coil springs & shock absorbers
Rear Axle: Leaf springs & shock absorbers
Differential: Symmetrical Ratio 3.18
Brakes: Hydraulic Dual circuit, power assisted
Front: Ventilated Disc
Rear: Drum
Power Steering: Hydraulic Power Assisted
WHEELS
Rims: 7JJX15CH
Tires: 235/75 R15 (Same as stock LS G1 Troops)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternator: 850 Watts / 85 Amp.
Battery: 12V, 2x66 Ah
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Speed: 90 MPH
Turning radius: 36 feet
Maximum Slope: 40 degrees
Fuel Consumption: 23.4 MPG @65 MPH
TOWING CAPACITY
Trailer with Brake: 5,799 lbs.
Trailer without Brake: 1,653 lbs.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 166.3 Inches
Width: 72.2 Inches
Height: 72.9 Inches
Wheel Base: 92.5 Inches
Ground Clearance: 7.8 Inches</font></li>
<font size="2" face="Verdana, Tahoma, Arial, Helv, Helvetica, Sans">Interesting specs. No mention of LSD or locker application. What does 'symmetrical ratio' mean?How does this compare to the 'zu rides? Rodeo, Trooper?
The overseas 'zu's are offered with a 2.8 TD, or was in the past, any relationship to this International motor?
Cheers,
