Rescue: 2022 Ford Bronco Wildtrak 600 Miles Stuck In 3 Feet Of Snow

[BroncoWTFAN]

Snow rescue by Robby Layton passed up by MORR due to distance.

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[KillerPenz]

Aw man, the new Wildcat. When did that come out?

 

[Min_Ahn]

Wildcat?

 

[BostonSasquatch]

I wonder if the new owner of that new Wild("Cat")Trak knew about his lockers. I'm guessing he was very new to this and had excessive confidence in 4L and "snow" on his G.O.A.T. dial, thinking that this was the only tool in his toolbox. That, and overconfidence in the Bronco = his (in)decision not to turn around.

Note to self: Turn around before you've bottomed out in something viscous.

 

[Vandy]

Being towed out with front and rear lockers engaged? I dunno....

 

[BroncoWTFAN]

Wildcat?

Utah folks maybe?

It’s a secret edition called the wildcat for the winter mountains. I just put my order in as my “dealership said I’m first inline”. I’m staying pumped folks!

 

[DryYourTears]

I love me that Branco Wildcat - Automatically comes with the Sasparilla package stuff! What a deal!

 

[Fly]

I love me that Branco Wildcat - Automatically comes with the Sasparilla package stuff! What a deal!

I was gonna go with the Sasparilla package but didn’t think it was worth it for front and rear locking doors.

 

[TheShark]

My father had a 1967 Buick Wildcat.

 

[LowerSlowerDelaware]

You want to play in deep, deep snow then you better be into chains, tire chains that is….they work great in deep, gooey mud too.

You would think an Old Boomer would have had better common sense and known better running solo vehicle in the backcountry and probably on a closed trail due to the heavy deep snowfall this winter.

Army FM 20-22 is a great source to begin your vehicle recovery education.

 

[Todd308]

Chains are an interesting thing these days, seems the vast majority of manuals for off-road vehicles now recommend against chains. Not enough clearance from suspension/brake/driveline components. I've noticed this recently on most 1/2 ton pickups as well, even those with off-road specific packages, manual states no chains.


Direct from the bronco manual:

Only use snow chains on rear wheels. Install snow chains in pairs. Do not use self-tensioning snow chains.
Only use snow chains on the following specified tire sizes:

• 255/70R16Only install chains that are 15 mm or less.
• 255/75R17Only install chains that are 15 mm or less.

We recommend you use steel wheels of the same size and specification if snow chains are required because chains may chip aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and traction devices:

• If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
• Purchase snow chains from a manufacturer that clearly labels body to tire dimension restrictions.
• When driving with snow chains do not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h) or the maximum speed recommended by the chain manufacturer, whichever is less.
• Drive cautiously. If you hear the snow chains rub or bang against the vehicle, stop and tighten them. If this does not work, remove the snow chains to prevent vehicle damage.
• Remove the snow chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use snow chains on dry roads.
• If a temporary spare wheel is mounted on your vehicle, do not use snow chains on the axle with the temporary spare wheel.

 

[Natethegreat1979]

You want to play in deep, deep snow then you better be into chains, tire chains that is….they work great in deep, gooey mud too.

You would think an Old Boomer would have had better common sense and known better running solo vehicle in the backcountry and probably on a closed trail due to the heavy deep snowfall this winter.

Army FM 20-22 is a great source to begin your vehicle recovery education.

He did NOT inspect his vehicle to Army T-20 standards...

 

[LowerSlowerDelaware]

He did NOT inspect his vehicle to Army T-20 standards...

Not sure what you’re talking about “Army T-20 standards” but the old Army FM 20-22 Vehicle Recovery Operations 1962-10-31 "This manual contains formulas for use in field recovery operations and, in some instances, brief background material on which the formulas are based. It covers the application of rigging and safety precautions to be observed in vehicle recovery, expedient repairs, and operation of general and special purpose vehicles and equipment used to keep vehicles operational”

This was the “Bible” for Soldiers in how to get wheeled and tracked vehicles unstuck after being mired or bogged down in snow or mud.

 

[mcinfantry]

Not sure what you’re talking about “Army T-20 standards” but the old Army FM 20-22 Vehicle Recovery Operations 1962-10-31 "This manual contains formulas for use in field recovery operations and, in some instances, brief background material on which the formulas are based. It covers the application of rigging and safety precautions to be observed in vehicle recovery, expedient repairs, and operation of general and special purpose vehicles and equipment used to keep vehicles operational”

This was the “Bible” for Soldiers in how to get wheeled and tracked vehicles unstuck after being mired or bogged down in snow or mud.

I think I have it still in PDF

 

[Natethegreat1979]

Not sure what you’re talking about “Army T-20 standards” but the old Army FM 20-22 Vehicle Recovery Operations 1962-10-31 "This manual contains formulas for use in field recovery operations and, in some instances, brief background material on which the formulas are based. It covers the application of rigging and safety precautions to be observed in vehicle recovery, expedient repairs, and operation of general and special purpose vehicles and equipment used to keep vehicles operational”

This was the “Bible” for Soldiers in how to get wheeled and tracked vehicles unstuck after being mired or bogged down in snow or mud.

Relax gatekeeper, I know what FM 20-22 is. T-20 is a new TRADOC directives for upper level vehicle maintenance. Things have changed since that old manual was created battle.....no I'm not some young buck that doesn't know what you're talking about and needs some hip pocket training. Thanks for the attempt tho. Have a great day hoah

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