Jeep introduces the Gladiator Top Dog Concept

Using exclusive Jeep Performance Parts and custom accessories, Mopar designers transformed a 2020 Jeep Gladiator into a fun concept vehicle for serious mountain bikers.

"Loaded with nearly 20 Jeep Performance Parts, we built this go-anywhere Jeep Gladiator Top Dog Concept for passionate mountain bike enthusiasts," said Mark Bosanac, Head of Mopar Service, Parts and Customer Care, FCA - North America.

Painted K-9 Blue, the Jeep Top Dog Concept expands the cargo-carrying abilities of the most capable Jeep truck ever by removing the standard cargo box and replacing it with a custom PCOR flatbed storage system.

On the passenger side of the storage system, pull-out drawers securely store tools and supplies that mountain bikers need when out on the trails. Vast interior storage shelves, exterior lighting switches and extra power supplies are within easy reach.

On the driver's side of the storage system, a battery-powered refrigerator and electric hot-dog roller grill stand ready to refuel riders for the next section of challenging trails.

Above the cabin, two rack structures provide additional storage space for tools and equipment. Dual exterior task lights are mounted on each side and a set of traction mats for vehicle recovery and extraction are also attached. On top of the rack structure, a dual bike rack provides a safe way to transport bikes to the trails.

For outstanding off-road capability, the Top Dog Concept features a JPP 2.0-inch lift kit with FOX shocks that provides increased ground clearance, augmented by 17-inch JPP beadlock-capable aluminium wheels and 37-inch mud-terrain tyres. Steel 'high-top' fender flares provide additional clearance at all four corners.

Powering the Jeep Top Dog Concept is a 3.6-litre V6 with 281bhp and 352Nm of torque are mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Defending the front end of the Jeep Top Dog Concept is a JPP Rubicon bumper. The bumper holds a concept 2.0-inch steel grille guard and JPP 3.6 ton-capacity Rubicon Warn winch that includes 30m of Spydura synthetic rope.

The hood is accented with custom black Mopar hood latches that feature the Jeep Willys logo. A JPP snorkel helps direct cool air into the engine when off-road conditions threaten normal air inlets, and a pair of JPP off-road LED lights installed at the base of the A-pillars help illuminate the trail. Body sides are protected by JPP rock rails, customised with welded two-inch steel tubes, similar to the front grille guard design. Black door sill guards feature a raised Gladiator logo and help protect interior sills from scratches and scuffs.

A second JPP Warn winch is installed at the rear of the Jeep Gladiator Top Dog Concept. Just above the rear-facing winch, a roll-out storage drawer carries a foldable ladder used for access to the dual bike rack.