Meet the Rockworkx M715 Kaiser Jeep, our 1967 Vietnam-era military truck, reimagined as a rolling showcase for the products, brands and people that are part of Rockworkx.
The Kaiser Jeep M715 was introduced in 1967 as a 1¼-ton military truck based on the civilian Jeep Gladiator. It represented a major change in military vehicle design, becoming the first U.S. tactical vehicle built primarily from civilian components. jeep
Our M715 was already substantially modified when it came into our possession, including a Cummins 12-valve diesel conversion and upgraded drivetrain. Since then, we've continued its transformation—restoring the body, rebuilding and refining systems throughout the truck, fabricating a new roll cage and top, adding 42-inch Mickey Thompson tires and equipping it with products we actually use, test and sell through Rockworkx.
The result is part restoration, part product-development vehicle and part old-school military truck, with plenty of personality left intact.
And we're not finished yet.
This M715 is the first of two vintage Jeep builds we're developing as part of the Rockworkx show fleet. The second, a 1961 Jeep FC-170 Forward Control, is currently under construction with plans for SEMA 2027.
The Rockworkx M715 will be displayed in the Platinum Lot throughout SEMA 2026 as part of our collaboration with Motley Industries.
You can also find Rockworkx products inside the show with Motley Industries, West Hall, Booth #55015.
This build has also given us the opportunity to work alongside and represent some of the companies that are an important part of Rockworkx.
Motley Industries Inc, A Rockworkx vendor and partner supplying officially licensed Jeep gear, tools and lighting and accesories for Jeeps adn Broncos. The M715 features Motley lighting, the Jeep 83-piece tool roll and Jeep utility blanket. motleyindustries
Mickey Thompson Tires , Tire sponsor for the M715 build, supplying the massive 42×13.50R20LT Baja Boss M/Ts that completely changed the stance and capability of the truck.
Mopar, Rockworkx is proud to be an authorized Mopar accessories supplier, allowing us to offer select Mopar accessories alongside products of our own design.
Quadratec • ExtremeTerrain Industry partners and Rockworkx retailers.
[I'd leave Turn Offroad out of the published version until you know whether they're participating in this specific build.
The M715 isn't just a show vehicle. It's a working platform for products we design, test and use ourselves.
The truck is equipped with a range of Rockworkx gear including our Jeep 6-Piece D-Ring Thumbscrew Set, T7 Ultimate Multi-Tool in multiple mounting configurations, Tire Harness and our full range of gear and storage straps.
We've also fabricated a number of one-off Rockworkx components specifically for the M715, including the custom switch panel, DOM roll cage and removable bikini top.
The truck also carries products from our partnership with Motley Industries, including their officially licensed 83-piece Jeep Tool Roll and 72" × 60" Jeep Water-Resistant Utility Blanket, both available through Rockworkx. ROCKWORKX
Explore Motley Industries gear at Rockworkx
Wheels & Tires
Mickey Thompson Baja Boss M/T , 42×13.50R20LT
20" Hutchinson military two-piece beadlock wheels
Custom wheel/tire setup and balancing by 4x4 and More, Scotts Valley, California
Engine & Drivetrain
5.9L Cummins 12-valve diesel
Bosch P7100 injection pump, modified by Huckstorf Diesel
4GSK governor spring kit
Haisley head studs and 60-lb valve springs
Compound turbo system, Holset WH1C feeding Garrett 3782BDA
Intercooler
South Bend 550 clutch
NV4500 5-speed manual transmission
NP205 transfer case
Tom Woods 1350-series driveshafts
Axles, Steering & Brakes
Kingpin Dana 60 front axle, Trac-Lok, 3.73
GM 14-bolt full-floating rear, Detroit Locker
Rear disc-brake conversion
Vanco hydroboost
AGR 800 steering box
Rock Ram hydraulic assist
PSC pump and reservoir
Chassis & Fabrication
Custom 1.75" × .120" DOM roll cage
Custom removable Rockworkx bikini top
Restored original M715 body
Custom Rockworkx switch panel
Fuel System
Dual RCI 19-gallon aluminum diesel tanks
Approximately 15-gallon long range reserve/transfer tank (53 Gallons total)
Custom dual-tank filler and transfer system
Interior & Communications
AutoMeter Sport-Comp II instrumentation
IDIDIT steering column
NRG quick-release steering hub
Long Acre steering wheel
Kenwood TM-D710G dual-band radio
[VHF RADIO — MODEL TO ADD]
Getting the M715 ready for SEMA wasn't simply a matter of adding parts.
The body carried decades of use and multiple layers of paint, body damage and dents, including remnants of its original military finish. Much of that material was stripped away and substantial bodywork completed before the truck was refinished in its current custom light gray single-stage paint.
The custom light gray was intentional, a modern finish with a subtle nod to the M715's military heritage.
A special thanks goes to Eric and West Coast Auto Body Paint & Supplies who provided materials, high-build primer and a tremendous amount of advice and support throughout the body and paint work.
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