INEOS Automotive unveils first special project build: ‘Kaiju Quartermaster’…
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- INEOS Automotive presents first special project build: ‘Kaiju Quartermaster’
- Custom build leverages partnerships with class-leading accessory suppliers
- Demonstrates the infinite customisation possibilities available with the INEOS Grenadier and Quartermaster
- Visually arresting all-black off-roader features Norweld tray and canopy, JMACX suspension enhancements, Brown Davis long range fuel tank, and REDARC battery and battery management systems
- Kaiju Quartermaster will be seen at events cross Australia over the next few months
Australia, 20 December 2024 – INEOS Automotive’s Australian operation has built a one-off special Grenadier Quartermaster Cab Chassis: the ‘Kaiju Quartermaster’. The name, meaning a mythical ‘giant creature’ or ‘monster’ in Japanese, was chosen to convey the powerful capabilities of the Grenadier, and acknowledges Australia’s love affair with modified Japanese 4×4 vehicles.
The striking all-black Kaiju Quartermaster is based on the strong foundation of the Quartermaster Cab Chassis ute, which is engineered to deliver a class-leading combination of off-road capability and load-carrying versatility for work and adventure. The one-off ‘Kaiju Quartermaster’ has been built in partnership with some of Australia’s most innovative and reputable third-party accessory suppliers, including Norweld, Rhino-Rack, Brown Davis, REDARC, JMACX, GME, BF Goodrich, MAXTRAX, and STEDI*.
With a fully blacked-out exterior and commanding presence, the Kaiju project has resulted in a unique off-roader that epitomises an iconic heavily modified Aussie 4×4 overlander, while showcasing the infinite customisation possibilities available to Grenadier and Quartermaster customers.
Justin Hocevar, Regional Director, APAC at INEOS Automotive commented: “We wanted to create a truly unique Quartermaster together with some incredibly innovative local engineering & accessory partners. The Quartermaster Cab Chassis is a ‘blank canvas’ that allows for great versatility when it comes to customisation, so together with these project partners, we let our imagination run wild. Ultimately, the ‘Kaiju Quartermaster’ expresses our Australian vision of Built For More.”
Equipment on the special build includes premium fitment options such as the Norweld Elite Tray and Compact Deluxe Lite Canopy, engineered to handle extreme conditions while being lightweight and designed with a gutter system and rubber seals to ensure dust and water resistance on the most extreme overlanding adventures.
The ‘Kaiju Quartermaster’ is also fitted with the Brown Davis long range fuel tank #IG23A2 – tucked neatly behind the rear bumper, giving explorers the ultimate option for remote travel with a total of 168 litres on top of the factory 90-litre tank.
To provide unparalleled performance and enhanced protection, REDARC’s range of RS3 Pure Sine Wave Inverters, Alpha150 150A lithium battery and Manager Alpha50 have also been fitted, giving the ‘Kaiju Quartermaster’ a complete battery management system for the most demanding recreational and off-grid energy needs.
Unusually, INEOS Automotive extends the vehicle’s warranty to cover select aftermarket components from official accessories partners when ordered through retailers. This provides customers with cast-iron peace-of-mind even when customising their Grenadier or Quartermaster to suit their own particular needs.
The ‘Kaiju Quartermaster’ will be seen utilised across events and for promotional purposes in Australia over the next few months.
To find out more about Grenadier range pricing, technical specifications and options, visit www.ineosgrenadier.com.
*For the full list of features included in the Kaiju, please see below: For more details refer to supplier websites.
| Trialmaster Edition:
OE Equipment |
· Differential Locks Front & Rear
· Raised Air Intake · Auxiliary Battery · High Load Auxiliary Switch Panel & External Plugs · Exterior Utility Belt & Interior Utility Rails · Class III 1-7/8″ NAS Tow Hitch and electrics · 17” Steel Wheels · Access Ladder · Compass with Altimeter |
| INEOS Automotive Genuine Accessories | · Roo Bar
· Rock Sliders · Checker Plates |
| Rhino Rack:
Cargo carrying |
· Heavy-duty aluminium ute tray |
| Norweld:
Tray and Canopy |
· Integrated 40L poly watertank
o Heavy-Duty aluminium ute tray o Integrated 40L poly watertank o Exclusive sequential taillights o 1200mm trundle drawer with drop-in table o Dust & water-resistant components · Compact Deluxe Lite Canopy o Water and dust resistant o 2-Pac painted finish o 130L Bushman upright fridge with REDARC wiring system o Bolt-On jerry can holder |
| REDARC:
Auxiliary Power Management |
· 2000W RS3 Inverter
Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) between battery and mains An in-built Residual Current Device (RCD) monitors electricity flow Enhanced surge capacity, whisper quiet operation and vibration resistance · Manager Alpha50 Complete battery management system for charging auxiliary batteries · Alpha150 150A Lithium Battery o 150Ah battery capacity, 200A discharge current o Supports up to a 2000W Pure Sine Wave Inverter from a single battery o Long lifespan of over 5000 cycles (at 100% depth of discharge) o Built-in battery heater and Bluetooth connectivity to monitoring app o IP56 rated to protect against dust and water ingress |
| BF Goodrich:
Tyres |
· KM3 Mud Terrain tyres: 315 / 70 R17 |
| JMACX:
Suspension |
· JMACX Alpha Remote Reservoir Electric 2.5 Shock
o 16 stage Adjustable o CNC Machined Finish o Cerakote Body Finishes for longevity o 22mm Shaft Microcracked and polished for increased lubrication and longevity o Built in Bump Zone to protect your vehicle from damage. o 4785PSI Rated Hoses and fittings |
| MAXTRAX:
Recovery |
· MAXTRAX MKII
· MAXTRAX Universal Flat Rack mounting kit · MAXTRAX Beach Recovery Kit |
| GME: Communications |
· XRS-660 Handheld UHF CB Radio
o Featuring a Colour TFT LCD screen · XRS-370C4P Compact UHF CB Radio Diecast metal chassis and magnetic microphone mount · Heavy Duty Radome UHF Antenna and Bull Bar Bracket o Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) and carry case |
| STEDI:
Lighting |
· Type-X EVO MINI 4 Inch Under Rack Bracket
· Type-X Evo Mini 4 Inch Flood Beam · Type-X Evo Mini 4 Inch Spot Beam · 9 Plug Array Harness · Single Connector Plug and Play Smart Harness · 22mm – 30mm Vice tube Clamps · Micro Touch Dual Colour 7.5-inch Work light · C-4 Black Edition Dual Lens |
| Brown Davis:
Fuel tanks |
· 168-litre Long Range Fuel Tank kit
o 2-piece Auxiliary Tank Kit #IG23A2 |
ABOUT INEOS AUTOMOTIVE
In 2017, INEOS Chairman Jim Ratcliffe, a car enthusiast and experienced adventurer, identified a gap in the market for an uncompromising 4X4 engineered for modern day compliance and reliability. INEOS Automotive Limited was formed and a senior team of automotive professionals assembled to bring the vision to reality with a fresh perspective of 4X4 development and manufacturing.
In 2022 the INEOS Grenadier was launched: a truly global 4X4 built from the ground up that combines rugged British spirit and design with German engineering rigour. The Grenadier provides best-in-class off-road capability, durability, and reliability with the modern comfort and refinement customers expect wherever they are in the world. In 2023 a double-cab pick-up variant of the Grenadier was launched called the Quartermaster.
INEOS Automotive is a subsidiary of INEOS (www.ineos.com), a leading manufacturer of petrochemicals, speciality chemicals and oil products. It employs 26,000 people across 36 businesses, with a production network spanning 194 sites in 29 countries. From paints to plastics, textiles to technology, medicines to mobile phones, materials manufactured by INEOS enhance almost every aspect of modern life. In 2021, INEOS had sales of $65bn. To find out more about INEOS Automotive, visit www.ineosgrenadier.com