1990 BMY M923a2 5-Ton Expeditionary, Bugout, Prepper, RV, Military Vehicle M923


1990 BMY M923a2 5-Ton Expeditionary, Bugout, Prepper, RV, Military Vehicle M923

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1990 BMY M923a2 5-Ton Expeditionary, Bugout, Prepper, RV, Military Vehicle M923:
$105000.00


CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

As the proud owner, I am pleased to present the recentlycompleted and re-purposed 1990 BMY M923A2, 6-wheel drive, Expeditionary Vehicleappropriately named: BRAVO 1. This beast is the only one like it in the world!

Purchased in June 2015 as a surplus U.S. military 5-toncargo truck, it had undergone a thorough reconditioning by the military in 2009;this included installation of a new 8.3 liter Cummins diesel engine (16,000 miles) and automaticAllison transmission, undercoating, and Michelin 48” super-single all-terraintires (11,000 lb. capacity each). It hassince been re-configured with an amazing number of surplus military parts andcommercial features. Weighing in at over36,000 lbs., the overall dimensions are 30’ long, 8’ wide (plus safetymirrors), and 13’ tall. A total ofapprox. 15,000 lbs. of added material and equipment is incorporated into theformal design prepared by the owner, which included detailed worksheets for use by the fabrication team.


EXTERIOR FEATURES

External modifications include removal of the short cargodrop-down sides, re-fitting of the exhaust stack to a horizontal configuration,the bed extended by about five feet, and the spare tire carrier relocated tothe rear of the vehicle. Theexpeditionary box is plated with 1/8” steel, welded to insulated 2” and 3” tubesteel frame assemblies; windows are military grade insulated glazing protectedby external brush guards. Interior bunksand galley frames are also similarly heavily constructed.

The underframe is fitted with a 77-gallon diesel fuel tank,two 50-gallon fresh water tanks, a 150-gallon grey/black waste water tank, andtwo storage compartments. Waste tankhoses are stored in a specially designed rear bumper assembly. BRAVO 1 comes complete with an anti-lockbraking system (ABS), air brakes, and automatic tire pressure inflation systemfor use in highway, off-road, emergency, and run-flat configurations; an airhose provides auxiliary air supply to tires on stranded vehicles. The primary entrance to the living/sleepingquarters is via a surplus MRAP-style collapsible stair that leads to the 5-psicertified, water-resistant, fully-dogged Navy vessel door.


INTERIOR FEATURES

Upon entrance to the 128 SF interior, a number of unique featuresare immediately evident: a double bunk(surplus Navy berths), as well as a Navy ship’s wardrobe, and two securable safeswith combination locks. The galley-typestainless steel counter includes a sink, Kitchenaid under-counter refrigerator,and pull-out tabletop.

BRAVO 1 is electrified through a commercial 50-amp, 120 voltservice panel (military vehicles run on 24 volt), with breakers that feed theoverhead/exposed LED lighting system, wall outlets, hot water tank, andcombined heating/air conditioning/dehumidification system. Cooking is accomplished with portable stainlesselectric burners and roaster oven, for both external and internal use. Off-grid electricity is supplied by anexternal 15 amp portable generator. Whether utilizing shore power, or a portable generator, cabling is included to receive 50 amp, 30 amp, and 15 ampservice.

Water is secured from two sources – from a stationary watersource (i.e., campground), as well as the mobile 50-gallon tanks previouslymentioned that feed an onboard transfer pump.Included in this amazing rig is a full-service bathroom accessible viaanother 5-psi surplus Navy door that incorporates both a commercial-stylepressure-tank-operated toilet and full shower.Hot water is provided by a 19-gallon hot water tank.

Rounding out the unique features of BRAVO 1, all walls arewrapped with walnut veneer plywood; included is a wall-mounted LG 42” flat screenTV with accompanying DVD/BlueRay player.The main cabin ceiling consists of galvanized roof panels, which alsoline the bathroom walls, and ceiling. Agreat variety of storage is evident – from the areas inclusive within thebunks, to the wardrobe, combo safes, galley cabinetry, and front-facingoverhead bins.

Last, but certainly not least, BRAVO 1 includes a movableship’s-style ladder that accesses the roof-mounted emergency exit hatch. This exit-way also leads to the forwardobservation deck – perfect for use as a photography platform to view nature inall its’ finest glory, or for sleeping under the stars. Further, notethat the roof deck is designed to support several people once collapsiblehandrails (not included) have been installed – tailored for NASCAR mid-field spectatorparticipation and pre-game sporting events, or place a tent on the top deck to accomodate more adventurous camping participation!


NC TITLE

After fourteen months of fabrication, BRAVO 1 recentlypassed NC inspection, and is now commissioned as a legally operable motor vehicle on both public roads and rough terrain back roads (in NC, RV\'s and motorhomes are titled as HC - House Cars) As required by NHTSA law, a totalof 37 lights are appropriately stationed around the entire exterior forpurposes of identification, illumination, and safety awareness. Also, note that per NC law, a CDL is NOTrequired to operate this daunting vehicle; check with your local state for requirements.


SUMMARY

Safe and secure in such an exceptional vehicle, one can be assured that there are few back roads and moderate off-terrain areas that can’t be conquered by BRAVO 1.


UPDATE: OVERLAND EXPO - EAST, ASHEVILLE NC

Here is a link to the Asheville, NC Overland Expo - East that I attended in October, 2016 accompanied with BRAVO 1. Kindly note that BRAVO 1 was ranked by New Atlas online news (previously known as Gizmo) as the unofficial \"favorite rig on show grounds\" and \"best of show.\"

Just click on the link below, or copy and paste into Google.............

or, simply Google: New Atlas Overland Expo...........then, click on the link \"Beasts of the East: Photo\'s of Overland Expo East 2016...........


You won\'t be disappointed! For additional information on BRAVO 1, kindly contact me at 828-200-0228.


Bruce


1990 BMY M923a2 5-Ton Expeditionary, Bugout, Prepper, RV, Military Vehicle M923:
$105000.00

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