1086lb Payload capacity, Mojave. What?

[Firebird]

My Mojave is only 1002 lbs

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[ShadowsPapa]

My Mojave is only 1002 lbs

Depends on the equipment.
The Mojave X will always be a lot lower because of the steel bumpers and the rock rails. Those things weigh a lot.

 

[KevinC]

Depends on the equipment.
The Mojave X will always be a lot lower because of the steel bumpers and the rock rails. Those things weigh a lot.

Surprisingly the rock rails were heavier than I anticipated when I took mine off. Caught me off guard. I guess I was more expecting the old TJ Rubicon rock rail which was paper thin.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Surprisingly the rock rails were heavier than I anticipated when I took mine off. Caught me off guard. I guess I was more expecting the old TJ Rubicon rock rail which was paper thin.

The more I think about it, the more I realize - if I replaced the Mojave X rock rails with my power steps, there might not be much change in payload. I think the power steps are something like 70 pounds per side tops. Those rock rails the MX comes with can't be much lighter if any.

 

[cjbrown24]

Mines a chunker. I wonder if the ‘25s lost some payload? Lowest I’ve seen yet lol it came with factory spray in liner and a bed cover so I’d assume that was factored in.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Mines a chunker. I wonder if the ‘25s lost some payload? Lowest I’ve seen yet lol it came with factory spray in liner and a bed cover so I’d assume that was factored in.

No, it's the fact that each has a bit different payload based on the weight of the vehicle (and options).
My 2020 had 100 pounds more than my 2022 has.
The Mojave is a heavy Gladiator - the hood, the shocks, etc. - it all adds weight to the vehicle itself.
You can't say "all Mojave will have xxxxx payload" - you can't say "all Sport will have the same payload". It depends. It's not necessarily based on model year unless some changes made the thing heavier. They don't "lose payload".

A Mojave X I was looking at was under 900 pounds for payload - the rock rails, steel bumper, power seats and heavy hood all caused that.

 

[ecidiego]

No, it's the fact that each has a bit different payload based on the weight of the vehicle (and options).
My 2020 had 100 pounds more than my 2022 has.
The Mojave is a heavy Gladiator - the hood, the shocks, etc. - it all adds weight to the vehicle itself.
You can't say "all Mojave will have xxxxx payload" - you can't say "all Sport will have the same payload". It depends. It's not necessarily based on model year unless some changes made the thing heavier. They don't "lose payload".

A Mojave X I was looking at was under 900 pounds for payload - the rock rails, steel bumper, power seats and heavy hood all caused that.

It's too bad they won't mold the hood out of aluminum but it's just a parts bin hood from the 392 Wrangler

 

[CyberHero]

Rubi is 1136 very depressing

 

[legacy_etu]

It's too bad they won't mold the hood out of aluminum but it's just a parts bin hood from the 392 Wrangler

Exactly, I wish the hood was aluminum. For a vehicle that’s targeted at “desert running” you’d think there would have been a focus on removing weight……..you know, since weight and soft sand aren’t really all that compatible.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Rubi is 1136 very depressing

Considering the rubicon is a purpose designed Jeep, that's depressing?
You bought the wrong truck if you were looking for great payload.

.you know, since weight and soft sand aren’t really all that compatible.

Tell that to the vehicles our military uses in the Middle East, and to the Jeep Club of Israel. (sand and rocks, and some of their club videos show them sailing nicely through the sand, zipping around like it was nothing)

These aren't designed and marketed for payload capacity.
If you want that, go get a Sport S with max tow. (or I hear Ford makes some really nice trucks for hauling heavy stuff)
Even then, payload will depend on the equipment you put on it, or factory options.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

It's too bad they won't mold the hood out of aluminum but it's just a parts bin hood from the 392 Wrangler

Thinking about it - how much weight difference would there really be? The aluminum hood also has some steel structure to it, so the difference would be the weight of the steel skin vs. the weight of the aluminum skin - it's not going to make a huge difference on the payload on these.
People want them tall as heck, nimble in the rocks, able to go where others can't, but also want a massive payload? Something has to give to make it a Jeep capable of navigating some of the roughest parts of the country. More payload would also add more to the weight of the vehicle. it would have to be redesigned so the frame and other parts could handle it. You'd lose a lot of what makes these unique in the truck world.

 

[Jaxmax]

Well having a Mojave with steel hood is awesome, living in PA. in the woods my wife's hood is dented pretty good from acorns and hickory nuts and she parks in garage , as is my F-250 work truck, no dents on mojave hood and it is almost fun watching them bounce. Mojave and export Jeeps have steel hoods, there is something to the saying, "Steel is Real".
Mojave and Rubicons when I was looking had similar weights probably because of the standard steel rear bumper and rear skids.........Jack

 

[legacy_etu]

Considering the rubicon is a purpose designed Jeep, that's depressing?
You bought the wrong truck if you were looking for great payload.



Tell that to the vehicles our military uses in the Middle East, and to the Jeep Club of Israel. (sand and rocks, and some of their club videos show them sailing nicely through the sand, zipping around like it was nothing)

These aren't designed and marketed for payload capacity.
If you want that, go get a Sport S with max tow. (or I hear Ford makes some really nice trucks for hauling heavy stuff)
Even then, payload will depend on the equipment you put on it, or factory options.

I’m not saying it won’t work, just that it’s not ideal.

 

[FrankFrqnkFrank]

Depends on the equipment.
The Mojave X will always be a lot lower because of the steel bumpers and the rock rails. Those things weigh a lot.

so what equipment did they add to my Willys to reduce my payload from the advertised 1700 to the actual 961?

did that initial false advertising weigh several hundred pounds?

 

[PuddleJumper]

Bought a Mojave knowing payload was low....all research online indicated 1200lbs. Then I look at my door:

Ack! I need those 114 extra lbs. Haha. I have a pretty low optioned Mojave so it isn't the option sheet that's weighing me down. Is this lower than other people's door jamb stickers? Once I put the 3 kids, wife, Diamondback HD, and BedRug on the truck....can I still pack up a 12 pack of beer?

Time to lose weight and increase my gear carrying ability.....

I know the number isn't a razor's edge or anything, just didn't know it was so variable from what every review says and even Jeep's own spec sheet... 1200lbs. Nearly a 10% reduction.

gotta ditch the hard top man.

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