There’s no shortage of options when it comes to suitable 4WD platforms for full expedition builds, but the Mitsubishi Fuso 4×4 remains one of the very best. It’s also one of a select few that’s sold around the world, which is advantageous as it ensures parts and services are available internationally. Additionally, it offers best-in-class workhorse credentials with 30,000-kilometer service intervals and a payload suitable for even the heaviest camper setups. The 4WD variant has been extensively uprated to operate efficiently whatever the weather or road conditions and unlike its competitors has been proven globally in commercial, military, and recreational applications. It’s for these reasons and more that it was long the platform of choice for premium overland truck builders such as EarthCruiser, SLRV Expedition Vehicles, and All-Terrain Warriors. Cue today’s low-mileage 2002 Mitsubishi Fuso FG 4×4 (77,700 miles) expedition truck that showcases a wide array of premium upgrades and is topped with a fully equipped habitation box. This is not simply a proof-of-concept but a tried and tested vehicle built by a long-term overlander, pro-photographer (Open Your Eyes), and professional expedition truck builder (overlander.global). Finally, the attention to detail and interior décor of this truck (some of which was repurposed from a Gunnison schoolhouse built in 1882) is spectacular and more akin to a luxury apartment than an expedition truck.
From the Seller:
“At the time I built this rig, I was working as a full-time landscape photographer and needed a vehicle that I could live out of and go anywhere. It has been to the top of Engineers Pass in Colorado and to the bottom of Death Valley. The Fuso platform is extremely capable and cruises comfortably on the open road at 65 mph. Working out of Gunnison, Colorado, the Overlander operated easily at -30°F. Since the addition of a very large dog to our family, our beloved Overlander has been replaced by a bigger rig.”
2002 Mitsubishi Fuso FG 4×4
The Fuso is fitted with a 3.9-liter motor that produces 145 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque (range is provided via a 50-gallon fuel tank). A long-lived engine is matched with excellent all-terrain capability thanks to 4WD, high and low range, manual-locking front hubs, super single wheels with M/T tires, a winch, armor, and a heavy-duty lifted suspension. Inside, these rugged credentials are matched with a function-first interior with driver comforts that include:
- Air-conditioning
- Corbeau Moab seats
- Daytime running lights
- Easy-to-read instrument panel
- Power steering, windows, and locks
Distinguishing Features
- Super single wheels with Toyo Open Country M/T tires
- Rear tire carrier with winch
- Freshwater (50 gallons), and 6-gallon hot water tank with heat exchange from the engine
- Truma heater
- Onboard air compressor
- Bathroom with shower and Thetford cassette toilet
- House batteries (210 amp-hours total), 650 watts of solar (and roof solar deflector), 30-amp Victron charge controller, and 2,000-watt inverter
- External storage compartments
- Integrated electric, 12-volt, 15,000-pound winch
- Custom-built bumper with storage compartments
- Dragonfly tarp
- Retractable entry step
- Large European-style, double-pane acrylic windows (4) with built-in blinds and fly screens and two Tern Overland roof hatches
- Roof ladder
- Under-bed storage with inside/outside access
- Fridge/freezer
This 2002 Mitsubishi Fuso FG 4×4 is listed for $165,000 and is currently located in Gunnison, Colorado. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
Contact Information:
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