OVERLAND
EXPEDITION
VEHICLES
BUILT FOR ANY ADVENTUREOUR MISSION
CREATING A LIFETIME OF OUTDOOR ADVENTURESWe set out to build the perfect vehicle to help you get “lost” in nature. Our goal is to refine the design of adventure vehicles, with the perfect mix of rugged capabilities and modern amenities for comfort in every aspect of your travels. We want to give everyone easy accesss to any outdoor adventure they desire.
Our design is focused around eco-friendly systems that help bring new life to old military vehicles. The goal is to optimize how we design, engineer, and build, using sustainable practices and promoting environmentally safe products, that enable longevity in the adventure industry we know and love.
WHAT IS AN OEV?
OVERLAND EXPEDITION VEHICLESOver-landing is defined as the activity of finding your own path off the beaten trail. You can pick 100 ways to overland, and our choice is to give new life to abandoned military vehicles that still have a lot left to give. We strive to build an adventure vehicle that will take you anywhere you want to go, with all of the amenities you would expect to live in a modern age. Your OEV is an extended home on wheels, with the power to take you anywhere in comfort and style.
SKYWATCHER FEATURES
SETTING A NEW STANDARD IN OEV ADVENTURES
EXTERIOR FEATURES
DESIGNED FOR EXPLORATIONWe love the idea of repurposing incredibly well designed tough off road vehicles. In our current series we are using Stewart & Stevenson FMTV military trucks to build out long range incredibly tough go anywhere Overland Expedition Vehicles. We remove obsolete parts and replace them with reengineered and innovative solutions that give our vehicles greater capabilities and usability for the overlanding experience.
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Mechanics of the truck are kept accessible for easy maintenance and service. Powertrain and chassis components are of very common North American manufacturers.
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150 gallon fuel capacity to get you farther down the road between stops, you’ll need to stop for pee breaks more than for fuel!
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Upgraded lighting that can fully surround the vehicle for those remote trails and roads, or just some extra campsite light.
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A plethora of self recovery gear for sticky situations, including large Sherpa winches on board for those bigger adventurers that like to get stuck.
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A large solar array coupled with a mass lithium battery storage provides a sustainable and reliable power source to your vehicle.
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The boiler system that heats the floor and domestic water, can also preheat the truck’s engine for much much easier cold winter starting to make sure you are always able to keep moving on your adventures.
INTERIOR FEATURES
DESIGNED FOR PEACE OF MINDOur interiors are designed to maximize your comfort and free up your mind to enjoy your adventure in both the cab and habitat areas. State of the art technology combined with well thought out design gives you a modern ammenitiy filled structure on wheels, that can take you just about anywhere. We focus on utilizing and integrating some of the best technology and no-nonsense features for an incredibly capable on/off-road machine, that is just as exciting as it is accessible.
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We start in the cab with thermal and sound insulation to keep the noise and temperatures where they should be.
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Upgraded quality seats selected for comfort and accessibility help make long distance travel a breeze and keep you a happy camper.
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Navigation systems, Camera systems with recording, Data network / WiFi, and entertainment systems all make for a comfortable and confident adventure experience.
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Reverse Osmosis water system that will refill your fresh water supply tank with up 200 gallon of purified water from any source. 40 gallon grey water tank that can be purged discretely and conveniently from a push of a button.
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We find a composting system is the best way to deal with the poo. It is by far the most sanitary and biologically safe system to use. It also allows for much much longer times out and away from modern facilities. Black tanks, Cassette systems all require attention in just a few days of constant use, But a compost toilet can be used for a few weeks to a month before needing attention and doesn’t have the biological hazards of dealing with Black water.
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Sleeping arrangements include a queen bed in the designated bedroom, and a convertible dinette area for kids or guests. Total capacity can comfortably sleep 4 people.
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Like a modern HVAC system, we designed the temp control system to work as efficiently as possible. Heating is done through radiant floor and forced air. While the cooling system is also forced air. The heat is acquired through variable sources, whether from the engine while driving, or a plugin at your camp site, the whole system is designed to run efficiently based on how you use the vehicle.
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Powered by electricity from the substantial solar energy supply. We included a full kitchen setup for easy eating, and a potential small clothes washer and dryer installed for doing small loads of clothes.
THE SKYWATCHER STORY
HELPING HUMANITY ENJOY THE OUTDOORSSkywatcher began as a family brand, as we often found ourselves together looking to the stars. The years provided us with many excursions as a family, treking into the wilderness without a mission. We realized the cornerstone nature provided for us to come together and admire the world around us. From this mentality, the idea of Skywatcher OEV was born.
As the we set off on our vehicle venture, we noticed that many military vehicles are hardly used, only to be discarded to waste away. What better resource to use as a foundation to build from, than the one built for the most rugged experiences, found begging for new life.
Between the importance of time outdoors, time with family, and an eco-friendly design build process, Skywatcher OEV is a testament to the experience of getting lost together.
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