Off-Grid Expedition Truck, $118,500, Stewart & Stevenson '97

[wanderforadventure]

Selling my expedition rig. CAT 3116 engine, Allison 7 speed automatic transmission. I’ve owned this for 4 years and lived/traveled in it 3 of those. Been the best rig I’ve ever had, but moving on to more permanent dwelling.

This truck has just about everything you could want. Kitchen, dinette/bed/couch, tiled shower, composting toilet, 1980 watts of solar, 420ah lithium batteries, Air Conditioning, 122 gal fresh water, water heater, Dometic fridge/freezer, highway gears upgrade, awning, 20amp battery charger, can send the full list upon request.

Vehicle professionally appraised @$118,500, you can take the appraisal to a bank to get a loan if needed. Many upgrades since appraisal.

Truck runs and drive perfect. Needs nothing. No CDL required. Have put 25k miles miles on it personally. Everyone loves seeing this truck and it is quite comfortable for life on the road.

32k miles on truck. Just put in a new engine and mileage will continue to go up on the military stamped rebuild.

Truck is ready for the next adventure. See spec list after pictures.

Located in Chattanooga, TN USA.

Happy to answer any questions about the truck!

TRUCK AND CAB
· 1997 Stewart & Stevenson (31,000 miles on body)
· Road Legal Arizona Title, NO CDL REQUIRED
· New rebuilt CAT 3116 engine,
· Allison 7 speed Automatic Transmission, 4x4
· 47” tires (80-90% tread) with balance beads
· 1 full size spare
· 3.07 highway gear upgrade
· 4 blind spot cameras with 10” screen
· CTIS (Central Tire Inflation System) works
· LED light upgrade
· Fresh engine oil and filter change
· New Alternator and Regulator, Fuel Filter, Fuel Separator, rear differential oil, Fan Solenoid
· Interior cab light
· Insulated ceiling with rustic wood paneled ceiling
· Furrion Tankless Propane Engine Heater (for cold starts to protect engine)
· New TRIMARK locking handles
· New metal window cranks
· Passenger side blind spot semi mirror
· Upgraded racing seats
· Gun turret is sealed and monsoon proof
· Rubber white paint on truck roof (sealant and keeps cab cooler)
· Gray Raptor liner paint on cab
· Tinted windows
· Air filter is in good condition
· 10 amp 12v solar battery maintainer
· All extra fluids come with the truck (including air line antifreeze and diesel winter fuel additive)
· Rebuilt hydraulic pump. The Cab lock and suspension hydraulic seals have been replaced.
· Newly replaced spare tire hydraulic cylinder
· Very little rust on truck.
· Truck weighs 22,000lbs approx
· Top speed is 76 mph
· Custom 2” hitch receiver in rear
· License plate light
· 7 pin trailer wiring and brake controller

HABITAT
· 122 gallons fresh water (combined interior and exterior)
· 41 gallons gray water (combined interior and exterior)
· 4 gallon Bosch tank electric water heater
· 420ah Lithium Lion Energy battery bank
· 1880 watts solar (960w on pneumatic sliders)
· Victron Energy 50amp Charge Controller
· 2x Epever 40 amp charge controllers
· 20 amp Progessive Dynamics battery charger (1300 watts)
· 3000watt Renogy Inverter
· 9000btu Senville mini split AC/Heat pump
· 2 Deluxe MaxxFans (10 speed in/out, with remote)
· Dometic 95L Dual Zone CFX Fridge/Freezer (on slide w/lock)
· Duxtop 2 burner Induction Stovetop
· 120v wiring (with breaker box)
· 2 GFCI outlets in kitchen
· 2 outlets with extra USB ports in bedroom area
· 4 USB ports in kitchen
· 12v lights
· SeaFlow water pump and accumulator tank
· Large dual stainless steel sink
· Full size pull down faucet
· Ratcheting paper towel holder
· Spice rack
· 4” high density foam cushions with washable coverings
· Large flexible dinette/couch/bed area
· Full size bed 50”x75”
· Ample amount of locking cupboards and drawer storage
· Waterproof vinyl flooring (with sealed edges)
· Emergency Exit escape window
· 3 tinted windows with screens
· Dual option locking RV style door with screen door
· 40” desk
· Coat rack near entrance door
· 5kw Diesel heater (w/12 gallon secondary diesel tank)
· Custom blackout-lined gray curtains
· 10’x8’ exterior rug
· 6x8’ CVT awning

WETBATH
· Nature’s Head Composting Toilet
· Waterfall style shower head with handheld flexible rinse hose
· Tilted floor towards drain
· Tiled with flexible grout, no leaks
· Faucet and sink
· 1 MaxxFan shower vent/light
· Dometic Waterproof toilet roll holder
· Electrical GFCI protected outlet inside wetbath

Interior height is 6’ 3”. Box length is 16’ total. Truck Length from bumper to butt is 25’. Very well insulated and even when parked in full sun on a hot day the truck stays cool.

 

[hansu]

Not looking to buy but just curious ... How does that CAT compare to the pretty limp motor in the Fusos? A quick search says it ought to have the potential for a lot more HP.

 

[hansu]

Also, yes, it is sealed but it **does** have a gun turret.

 

[wanderforadventure]

Not looking to buy but just curious ... How does that CAT compare to the pretty limp motor in the Fusos? A quick search says it ought to have the potential for a lot more HP.

Hi! Well tbh I've never driven a fuso, but this truck feels much more like an off road semi cab then a little dinky box truck (sorry box truck owners) ... plenty of power to climb hills, this truck has towed an 18,000lb sailboat, and i regularly tow my 10,000lb trailer. There is the possibility to upgrade HP with a governor adjustment and tune, and larger turbo, but i usually like to keep my vehicles mild and not abuse the engine trying to get a ton more HP.

 

[wanderforadventure]

Also, yes, it is sealed but it **does** have a gun turret.

YESSSS, waiting for the next owner to mount the turret, lol

 

[Wslopez91]

What are mpgs?

 

[wanderforadventure]

What are mpgs?

The Cat 3116 gets 6-7 mpg.

 

[PNWDad]

Great looking rig!! Very well built and a nice place to live a few years. All the best to your next step in life.

 

[gator70]

Don't you believe the central tire inflation and air brakes are a big pain when it comes to maintenance. This is a engineering design issue, rather than something on this build.

 

[wanderforadventure]

Great looking rig!! Very well built and a nice place to live a few years. All the best to your next step in life.

Thank you! It has been so great for me, so many adventures and roads traveled with it.

 

[wanderforadventure]

Don't you believe the central tire inflation and air brakes are a big pain when it comes to maintenance. This is a engineering design issue, rather than something on this build.

I suppose that is for the owner of the truck to decide! I have not had difficulty with either of them and the CTIS has been very cool to have for switching to trails and back to road.
But I’m not an engineer, I’ve just owned it for over 4 years and driven 25,000 miles but who am I so say anything

 

[wanderforadventure]

Selling my expedition rig. CAT 3116 engine, Allison 7 speed automatic transmission. I’ve owned this for 4 years and lived/traveled in it 3 of those. Been the best rig I’ve ever had, but moving on to more permanent dwelling.

This truck has just about everything you could want. Kitchen, dinette/bed/couch, tiled shower, composting toilet, 1980 watts of solar, 420ah lithium batteries, Air Conditioning, 122 gal fresh water, water heater, Dometic fridge/freezer, highway gears upgrade, awning, 20amp battery charger, can send the full list upon request.

Vehicle professionally appraised @$118,500, you can take the appraisal to a bank to get a loan if needed. Many upgrades since appraisal.

Truck runs and drive perfect. Needs nothing. No CDL required. Have put 25k miles miles on it personally. Everyone loves seeing this truck and it is quite comfortable for life on the road.

32k miles on truck. Just put in a new engine and mileage will continue to go up on the military stamped rebuild.

Truck is ready for the next adventure. See spec list after pictures.

Located in Chattanooga, TN USA.

Happy to answer any questions about the truck!

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TRUCK AND CAB
· 1997 Stewart & Stevenson (31,000 miles on body)
· Road Legal Arizona Title, NO CDL REQUIRED
· New rebuilt CAT 3116 engine,
· Allison 7 speed Automatic Transmission, 4x4
· 47” tires (80-90% tread) with balance beads
· 1 full size spare
· 3.07 highway gear upgrade
· 4 blind spot cameras with 10” screen
· CTIS (Central Tire Inflation System) works
· LED light upgrade
· Fresh engine oil and filter change
· New Alternator and Regulator, Fuel Filter, Fuel Separator, rear differential oil, Fan Solenoid
· Interior cab light
· Insulated ceiling with rustic wood paneled ceiling
· Furrion Tankless Propane Engine Heater (for cold starts to protect engine)
· New TRIMARK locking handles
· New metal window cranks
· Passenger side blind spot semi mirror
· Upgraded racing seats
· Gun turret is sealed and monsoon proof
· Rubber white paint on truck roof (sealant and keeps cab cooler)
· Gray Raptor liner paint on cab
· Tinted windows
· Air filter is in good condition
· 10 amp 12v solar battery maintainer
· All extra fluids come with the truck (including air line antifreeze and diesel winter fuel additive)
· Rebuilt hydraulic pump. The Cab lock and suspension hydraulic seals have been replaced.
· Newly replaced spare tire hydraulic cylinder
· Very little rust on truck.
· Truck weighs 22,000lbs approx
· Top speed is 76 mph
· Custom 2” hitch receiver in rear
· License plate light
· 7 pin trailer wiring and brake controller

HABITAT
· 122 gallons fresh water (combined interior and exterior)
· 41 gallons gray water (combined interior and exterior)
· 4 gallon Bosch tank electric water heater
· 420ah Lithium Lion Energy battery bank
· 1880 watts solar (960w on pneumatic sliders)
· Victron Energy 50amp Charge Controller
· 2x Epever 40 amp charge controllers
· 20 amp Progessive Dynamics battery charger (1300 watts)
· 3000watt Renogy Inverter
· 9000btu Senville mini split AC/Heat pump
· 2 Deluxe MaxxFans (10 speed in/out, with remote)
· Dometic 95L Dual Zone CFX Fridge/Freezer (on slide w/lock)
· Duxtop 2 burner Induction Stovetop
· 120v wiring (with breaker box)
· 2 GFCI outlets in kitchen
· 2 outlets with extra USB ports in bedroom area
· 4 USB ports in kitchen
· 12v lights
· SeaFlow water pump and accumulator tank
· Large dual stainless steel sink
· Full size pull down faucet
· Ratcheting paper towel holder
· Spice rack
· 4” high density foam cushions with washable coverings
· Large flexible dinette/couch/bed area
· Full size bed 50”x75”
· Ample amount of locking cupboards and drawer storage
· Waterproof vinyl flooring (with sealed edges)
· Emergency Exit escape window
· 3 tinted windows with screens
· Dual option locking RV style door with screen door
· 40” desk
· Coat rack near entrance door
· 5kw Diesel heater (w/12 gallon secondary diesel tank)
· Custom blackout-lined gray curtains
· 10’x8’ exterior rug
· 6x8’ CVT awning

WETBATH
· Nature’s Head Composting Toilet
· Waterfall style shower head with handheld flexible rinse hose
· Tilted floor towards drain
· Tiled with flexible grout, no leaks
· Faucet and sink
· 1 MaxxFan shower vent/light
· Dometic Waterproof toilet roll holder
· Electrical GFCI protected outlet inside wetbath

Interior height is 6’ 3”. Box length is 16’ total. Truck Length from bumper to butt is 25’. Very well insulated and even when parked in full sun on a hot day the truck stays cool.

Pics from exploring the trails at Wind Rock in Oak Ridge TN