HMMWV Boarding Ladder Options?

[Wire Fox]

I had seen an image posted up here a few months back of a fellow that had setup a boarding ladder to more conveniently climb into the bed of his HMMWV. I tried doing a search, but just couldn't find it. I happen to now need to do the same thing.

As it turns out, my fiancé really loves celebrating the things that are rather unique to us, and my HMMWV is one of those. Completely at her own suggestion, she wants us to drive away from our wedding in my HMMWV [what a girl]! I just happen to know that there's not a chance that her dress can fit in either of the front seats, so that leaves the troop seats in the back. I also don't want to see any big struggles with trying to climb the tailgate in such a dress, so I figure a boarding ladder is our best solution. If anyone can point me to a model that may be the right height to hook onto the lower tailgate, that would be most excellent (and I'll be posting a WTB for one just as soon as I know what I'm looking for).

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[98G]

I speculate that the ladder from an M1082 or M109 may fit the bill.

 

[BLK HMMWV]

I have a folding one but it's pretty tall. It hooks on to the grab rails on my roof.
I think your looking for (I thought it was just going to be the picture but it also had website link )
Beltfed34s website on E--- look under boarding ladders.
If I might also suggest a cheaper alternative might be a 40mm ammo can or similar large ammo can

I took my neighbors kid and his date to the prom in mine many years back .
used a 40mm can as a step.
used another as a cooler in the back for drinks and velcro'd a plate of cheese, crackers, strawberries and grapes and other snacks to the floor between the rear seats.
His dates mother was horrified when I pulled up and he got out. Her dad and little brother thought it was pretty cool.

Best wishes to you and future wife
BH

 

[DCIV]

If it’s leaving a wedding. Why not use something like creates and make steps right up to it. Simple, quick, and prob never be needed again.

 

[Wire Fox]

If it’s leaving a wedding. Why not use something like creates and make steps right up to it. Simple, quick, and prob never be needed again.

How many other great excuses does a man come across to buy more military hardware? I'd love to find the real deal to add it to my collection with a great first use, but I do appreciate these smart, budget conscious ideas

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[DCIV]

How many other great excuses does a man come across to buy more military hardware? I'd love to find the real deal to add it to my collection with a great first use, but I do appreciate these smart, budget conscious ideas

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I drove my wife away in my other love, 3000gt vr4. It was in pieces a month out and I was spending 12 hours days getting it ready so I 100% agree it’s a great excuse. I honestly suggested because I think it would look really cool in pictures, especially some black and white! Just a thought, or back up plan...good luck.

 

[NormB]

Gonna pretty it up for the occasion, too?

I like the suggestion DCIV made. Maybe a simple set of wooden stairs with plywood sides, floral decorations, use once, throw away, or set up next to your trailer someday

Congratulations by the way.

 

[BLK HMMWV]

Ammo cans make nice steps. come in all sizes plus they will help with the kit for the HMMWV.

 

[bikeman]

The only time I have seen a boarding ladder in relation to a HMMWV is the modified ones for parade/pass & review. those are completely modified vehicles and the stairs are welded in.

 

[GUNNUT in Iowa]

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Gonna pretty it up for the occasion, too?

I like the suggestion DCIV made. Maybe a simple set of wooden stairs with plywood sides, floral decorations, use once, throw away, or set up next to your trailer someday

Congratulations by the way.

Camo nets are "floral decorations", right?

 

[DavidB]

How about the ladder from a 250g as used when HUMMER mounted?
DavidB

 

[porkysplace]

Maybe you could adapt this .
https://www.sportsmansguide.com/product/index/us-military-surplus-mrap-boarding-ladder-new?a=2151588

 

[Wire Fox]

Camo nets are "floral decorations", right?

And I just so happen to have a brand new ULCANS in a bag...

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[Wire Fox]

How about the ladder from a 250g as used when HUMMER mounted?
DavidB

Know what that model number is? That might help in searching for one.

Also, the MRAP ladder does seem like a neat idea that I'll keep in mind if I see one for very cheap.

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[GUNNUT in Iowa]

And I just so happen to have a brand new ULCANS in a bag...

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Well . . . there you go - done and done!

You might want to check to make sure that doesn't clash with the "official" colors of the wedding (but I think it will be OK).

 

[Wire Fox]

Well . . . there you go - done and done!

You might want to check to make sure that doesn't clash with the "official" colors of the wedding (but I think it will be OK).

Wedding is going to be in a lovely state park and the colors magnificently clash with everything. Neon orange and green. Safety first. (See my avatar.)

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[desmodromic]

I have seen a lot of MRAP, etc. boarding ladders on GL that would likely fit the bill.

 

[GUNNUT in Iowa]

Wedding is going to be in a lovely state park and the colors magnificently clash with everything. Neon orange and green. Safety first. (See my avatar.)

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"Neon orange and green." Seriously???

It is true. Love is blind.

 

[BLK HMMWV]

Or Maybe it's hunting season .

 

[cruzinz28]

Here is what I found that works great!