Ralston Rhino MkIV - 2014
Shown at the 2014 Geneva Auto Show in March, is the latest offroad and rough terrain vehicle from the Ralston Corporation.
Deliveries to Ralston's exclusive customers will begin at the end of 2015, complementing the Ralston Tigre IV series.
The forth generation of the Rhino has been developed in conjunction with the British firm Bowler. The Rhino is a much more luxurious and refined version of the Bowler EXR semi-Dakar offroad racer. The Rhino utilises the latest edition of the JLR V8 powertrains. The 5.0 litre Supercharger V8 petrol produces 375 kw and 625 Nm or torque. The 4.4 litre turbo-diesel produces 250 kW and 700 Nm of torque. Both engines are backed by the ZF 8HP automatic transmission, incorporating the advance Bosch/ZF Electric Hybrid drive to reduce CO2 emissions and fuel consumption.
The Ralston Rhino has been developed for the discerning customer who wishes to journey to places unreachable by normal cars. The Rhino has height-adjustable suspension to increase ground clearance, along with short front and rear overhangs to aid offroad maneuverability and traction. The Rhino's Dakar-bred chassis has a proven track record in offroad racing and durability events.
And, of course, the trademark 'X' for Xavier, the founder of the Ralston Corporation is displayed proudly and prominently in the 21st century interpretation of the the traditional grille. The tail profile of the Rhino is enhanced by the 'X'-form incorporated into rocket-pod tail lamps flanking the additional tire.
The 2015 Ralston Rhino MkIV featured here has been produced as part of the Flickr LUGNuts 77th build challenge, - 'Designing the Ralston Rhino'.
Ralston Rhino MkIV - 2014
Shown at the 2014 Geneva Auto Show in March, is the latest offroad and rough terrain vehicle from the Ralston Corporation.
Deliveries to Ralston's exclusive customers will begin at the end of 2015, complementing the Ralston Tigre IV series.
The forth generation of the Rhino has been developed in conjunction with the British firm Bowler. The Rhino is a much more luxurious and refined version of the Bowler EXR semi-Dakar offroad racer. The Rhino utilises the latest edition of the JLR V8 powertrains. The 5.0 litre Supercharger V8 petrol produces 375 kw and 625 Nm or torque. The 4.4 litre turbo-diesel produces 250 kW and 700 Nm of torque. Both engines are backed by the ZF 8HP automatic transmission, incorporating the advance Bosch/ZF Electric Hybrid drive to reduce CO2 emissions and fuel consumption.
The Ralston Rhino has been developed for the discerning customer who wishes to journey to places unreachable by normal cars. The Rhino has height-adjustable suspension to increase ground clearance, along with short front and rear overhangs to aid offroad maneuverability and traction. The Rhino's Dakar-bred chassis has a proven track record in offroad racing and durability events.
And, of course, the trademark 'X' for Xavier, the founder of the Ralston Corporation is displayed proudly and prominently in the 21st century interpretation of the the traditional grille. The tail profile of the Rhino is enhanced by the 'X'-form incorporated into rocket-pod tail lamps flanking the additional tire.
The 2015 Ralston Rhino MkIV featured here has been produced as part of the Flickr LUGNuts 77th build challenge, - 'Designing the Ralston Rhino'.