Jeep Gladiator Diesel Vs. Big Ass Logs Vs. Yak Gauntlet: Does It BREAK?

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The 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon EcoDiesel promises a fair amount of off-road capability and fuel economy, but we're not testing those here. The Gladiator also needs to work, so can it take on the infamous Yak Gauntlet without breaking? Let's find out!
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#Jeep #Gladiator #YakGauntlet

[@IsaiahNarisma]

Keep the yak gauntlet moving forward this is so cool to watch

[@petergross135]

And it shows a real side of the trucks, not just “wow this thing picks up well when I floor it” or “it’s got a nice interior” because people like this construction guy want to know if their truck can actually do work, not just look good mall crawling. Look at him, he hasn’t upgraded his truck in forever because nothing can actually do work like those old trucks. And his comment at the end made the whole thing. 20:32

[@rkalla]

Damn this is next level production - you are only going to see real world content like this from 1 or maybe 2 other content creators out there - really stands out and fun to watch guys!

[@my92yj]

Hire David to do TFL videos, this guy is great!

[@DavidGarcia-vh3ul]

My thoughts.

[@joeyg283]

I second this

[@nitroxide17]

Yes

[@ec6933]

Fun fact 50 sheets of drywall would weigh appx 2850lbs!!!

[@jimmorrison3715]

Was curious of how much it weighted, thanks

[@theprfesssor]

AKA over 3 times more then the rated payload of this Gladiator

[@GC-ph9mz]

in a promaster city you can carry 1900lbs in italy (europe) the same van is rated for 2200lbs of payload they under rate these truck by A LOT, just to make you bu a bigger toy

[@GC-ph9mz]

for example the ford ranger here is rated for 1290kg -> 2750lbs of payload and rated to tow 7700 lbs in usa is rated 1850lbs and can tow 7500lbs huge difference in payload

[@MichaelArtelle]

@@GC-ph9mz It's also probably due to legal restrictions when it comes to weight ratings as well. Certain classes of driving license forbid people from driving vehicles over certain weight ratings or axle capacity. Then there are the individual state regulations as well. Sometimes it's easier to de-rate a vehicle in order to comply with regulations than it is to certify drivers for higher license classes.

[@doranvee5944]

Finally! Really enjoyed looking at the practicality side of trucks. Do more! The analogy of charging battery to cut tree is very creative!

[@GregsFLXGarage]

The answer is of course the in-cab 400W outlet. I run 2 of my 30 min battery chargers while I drive. I always arrive with fully charged batteries.

[@nkoeppen]

Look what all you can buy if you don't drop huge payments on vehicles your whole life.

[@betweenthepines4000]

“Jeep Gladiator isnt a real truck....just Jeep trying to play in the sandbox”. Jeep- hold my light beer.

[@lamarandson5636]

Ehh, more like hold my Le Croix

[@jonathangarzon2798]

Lol my 3.0 v6 98' ranger can do more than this

[@josiahgarrison647]

Looks like a real truck to me…why isn’t it a “real” truck?

[@xaviermcquiston1604]

Just goes to show, modern power is fine, beefier suspensions and frames are really what is needed.

[@Jtwizzle]

Seems like it. Just seems to keep getting worse as time goes on payload #'s keep dropping at least on mid size trucks. I thought my 2016 tacoma was bad with 1100lbs this jeep with 900 is almost laughable.

[@Atle-k2z]

My 1984 land Rover 110 v8. 9 seats, 1500kg payload and 3500kg towing (not allowed to tow more in norway behind a car. Basic as a old american pickup. Can overhaul the trans when it is mounted in the car!

[@paden501]

@@Jtwizzle The payload on Tommy's Jeep is only that bad because of the options he has on it (Rubicon suspension, etc.). Depending on the trim and options the payload can be up to 1700lbs.

[@Jtwizzle]

Absolute barebone models.. and we all know that adding options drops the payload.. I am just saying 900lbs gives you very little wiggle room on gear and passengers. Pretty much like all mid size trucks with additional equipment.

[@ms1406]

Yes n maybe 4x4

[@mahhty4279]

Can only imagine Tommy trying this with the 3.6 Gladiator. Don’t think it would’ve liked it. Nice video TFL!

[@Val_Nikon]

why not?

[@mahhty4279]

@@Val_Nikon Watch their video of the gladiator with the 3.6 doing the ike. I thought the truck was going to blow up. It was not pretty.

[@calebtaracena5804]

@@Val_Nikon 3.6 is sadly really underpowered for jobs like this

[@JamesRussoMillas]

A Cummins swapped GMC? YES PLEASE! haha

[@volvo09]

The sound of a diesel practically idling a heavy load is awesome.

[@thethinkingbyte]

Lol! But hey, Jeep’s are weak, that’s why the diesel practically idled

[@duggydo]

I haven't watched yet, but big ass logs right after giant Thanksgiving dinners does seem appropriate 🤣

[@thethinkingbyte]

This is what other countries don’t understand :)

[@trevorbrown7224]

Between the Ike and this Yak gauntlet, I am getting every question I have about my future purchase answered without scouring Google for hours.

[@trevorbrown7224]

Please do a Super Duty and Powerboost.

[@dalejones4322]

Wow. Sketchy!!!!!!! I would love to know what Roman thought the first time he saw this. Great video. I've watched a lot of truck videos and have never seen a test of the outlet in the back. These series with David are really informative and fun.

[@stephenharrison2031]

This would b a great comparison video for all the mid size trucks...

[@codycasner3732]

We need more of this guy and these types of videos

[@MeliorIlle]

"I have no upper body strength" You don't have strength anywhere dude.

[@Alex_blankspacehere]

Our future: soiboiz

[@josiahgarrison647]

Is there anything in this world you can’t do? I’m sure if you made videos people couple point out your flaws too

[@IssaqAl-Ahmed]

That was awesome. I would love to see this segment become a standard part of the review process. Seriously, who does this sorta thing in their reviews?! Also over the last few weeks especially the quality of the content you all have been putting out has been great. Keep doing what you guys are doing!

[@markradcliffe4483]

Torture? Yes? Or was this a pun on 🔥?

[@DCDLaserCNC]

I thought the same thing. Was this a pun or mistake?

[@vdubster]

@@DCDLaserCNC I see it has been changed now.

[@DCDLaserCNC]

@@vdubster I saw that too. I assume it was a mistake since they changed it.

[@briankinney7022]

$67K for a Jeep? Are they out of their minds?

[@silverstake88]

Jeep fully loaded $66-68K Chevy Silverado loaded $65-75K Dodge 1500 loaded 65-78K Ford F-150 Platinum 59-80K Chevy Suburban $55-87K

[@pinolyzerproductionsinc.1062]

silverstake88 those are full sized vehicles not mid-sized though

[@onebridge7231]

You can get a new Gladiator Rubicon for $49k some are getting even better deals. I don’t think anyone is paying $67k for one.. That’s for the 3.6 Pentestar though. I don’t see the benefit of most people getting the Diesel. Cost is much higher.

[@TheAntinowherelane]

Digging the new test concept. More off road payload testing on all trucks please! Also, out of curiosity, was the Jeep running when you were testing the outlet in back? May impact your results.

[@TFLoffroad]

yes, it was running

[@TheAntinowherelane]

@@TFLoffroad thanks for the info! Looks like the hybrid F150 will be King of the mobile job site tests then lol

[@machfive916]

Hope the TFL staff had a great Thanksgiving day! What a great video. It's Black Friday, everyone is either relaxing or shopping, and TFL cranked out a vide first thing in the morning. Way to keep your loyal fans happy!

[@solen1849]

You guys are like a really hard core vehicle channel and stuff, but you do weird stuff like sound tests at the grill. Kinda silly , but actually a usefull video. Found a lot of value from this thanks guys.

[@robertyoung8289]

Some "wannabe" channels only use barrels in the bed! TFL is the KING of trucks!

[@charlescastle4332]

67k for that? You gotta be kidding you can buy a diesel 4x4 1 ton truck for that or a gasser for 10k less.

[@haroldbeauchamp3770]

Yeah its about 30k overpriced.

[@thethinkingbyte]

There’s no way in hell I’m spending that much money on a JEEP

[@josiahrasmussen1248]

Yep

[@larrybe2900]

I just wonder if the platform can stand up to the rigors a diesel can offer.

[@dedalliance1]

Paid 41,150 out the door for my 2018 GMC Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab Long Bed SLE 4x4 6.0l gasser.

[@amprg]

Perfect answer to Tommy by the gentleman: if I wanna go to the the town for dinner, then Gladiator 😂😂😂 Still I don't understand why Tommy is trying to justify using Jeep for something that it isn't built for 🤔

[@martiniv8924]

At least the jeep Glad made it to the Ranch, unlike the Defender 😆... should send them to us 🇬🇧 Pricings crazy though🙈

[@TheHezzii]

This would b a great comparison video for all the mid size trucks...

[@Stuka87]

For the AC power port, I use it to charge stuff while driving. Really comes in handy for that.

[@jasonmoore6448]

Great video. I’d love to see the same test in a Colorado baby Duramax!

[@CrimeVid]

Thank you David, I have been saying 8’ bed only, for years, the same with vans, you have to be able to get 8” boards completely inside, either on edge or flat. A heavy bolster on an 8’ bed can be pretty useful if you only have a truck. You’d pull the body on that Gladiator to bits in a month ! seriously a notatruck !!

[@robinrousseau1087]

long beds are the way to go.

[@Kevintherubiconjeep]

The best version of this video would be the simultaneous reaction of the FCA execs :)

[@mikefoehr235]

Just in case you are interested....P=EI...P is power in watts....E is electromotive force in Volts and I is current in Amps. P=I(squared) R. R is Resistance in Ohms and I is Amps squared. Those diesels are torquey motors.

[@monzav8]

This is awesome. Love the real world test of stuff like test of the hand tools. Thanks fellas.

[@curtis1951]

I remember when you could get a small truck with an 8 foot bed. The S10's had a Long bed option. I think the Jeep Comanche and Toyotas had options too but I'm not sure.

[@willrector9716]

That diesel is crazy loud! I could never live with that thing! Thx for some real world testing guys...... that's what I've been waiting for. .

[@aiden7694]

This kinda stuff is what I love to see. Vehicles actually being tested with stuff like this, stuff I do. I really like the eco diesel, my grandmas truck is one, a 2014 that didn’t go in for the emissions recall and was fully deleted by my gramps, and she’s got this 15’ coal trailer that when my gramps was around usually got towed by the eco diesel.

[@toddgibbs1321]

I am spending the same money for a 2021 2500 Laramie mega cab with the 6.4 Hemi and almost every option. Jeep really likes their vehicles.

[@petermorales695]

We need to see more video on the cummins swap GMC 😍💯

[@CliffWarren]

Hey, I haul giant pumpkins in my Ridgeline. My sticker on the door says 1480, way better than that wimpy Gladiator!

[@slick.adventures]

So I own a 2021 Jeep Wrangler ecodiesel, I love it. But a word of advice I'd like to give to anyone interested in it or the gladiator with the ecodiesel. I recently found out that an old change (which I have yet to personally do) will cost upwards of $450 in Canadian per change. It's not the end of the world, but I'll be honest that I didn't know that prior to purchasing the vehicle. This is my first diesel engine vehicle and I love it. But it pays to know everything going into it :)

[@RJB]

David is awesome hope to see him in more videos.

[@DRCrimeCircle]

the amount of torque you get from a diesel is amazing

[@shmac96]

The EcoDiesel sounds great! Thanks for doing such a good job on the sound quality.

[@dvillalba3d]

Great video Tommy! You guys should give the Raptor and the TRX the same treatment. In fact, you should do it with all trucks. It seems these days they all have a lot of tech... but are can they really handle a day's worth of work on the farm? In fact Tommy, you should make that a new test for all trucks. Can they handle work? Or something catchier...

[@484465]

Nice to see an authentic truck user on the channel! Between this video and the commentary on the “7,000 amps” that come out of the new Ford.... Tommy’s really highlighting his experience :-P I’d tune in to a series following Tommy as he works in construction for a month.

[@teop7887]

To people whining about Jeep's prices... 1) there are cheaper trim models 2) a fully optioned Jeep Sahara nearly tipped at $24,000 in 1998 (dealership markup)... Which is roughly $38,000+ today. A 2020 Sahara starts at $28,000, with basic equipment you could only dream of in 1998. Wise up.

[@Wrangzilla]

I think you meant the Sahara starts at 38k. But your right, people are complaining on the price but a cheaply built Kia Sorento starts off at about 30k. A Kia suv isn’t even in the same ball park as a Wrangler...

[@teop7887]

@@Wrangzilla Yup, Thank you for the correction, haha ...and that's a 4 door too! One notch down in 2 door configuration is the Sport S @ $32k. A 2 door Rubicon starts at $38k.

[@connorjohnston4459]

Please do more of these tests, this is where the true trucks shine

[@kevinvoyer5053]

That’s funny you guys mentioned plywood sheets. When helping a friend build an addition on him home, I loaded 25 sheets of drywall in my Avalanche I had at the time. Luckily I had added HD Coil Springs in the rear, so even with all that weight the truck sat level.

[@MikeJohnson-nr4yo]

First real truck test on the show, very well done!

[@jasonwheeler8996]

At that price I don’t see these Jeep’s being made for long.

[@teop7887]

... people have been saying that for the last 15 years

[@jasonwheeler8996]

@@teop7887 I highly doubt the Gladiator will last 15 years.

[@jasonwheeler8996]

@@shitloveaduck I’m not saying the truck itself won’t make 15 years I really don’t think it’ll be in production for 15 years.

[@teop7887]

@@jasonwheeler8996 That logic can apply to any modern, computerized vehicle. People bitched about Ford's then-new Ecoboost, and today you see plenty of 100k+ miles motors still running, and the latest gen has fixed most of the early issues. If you want absolute mechanical simplicity and reliability get a pre-1970 Jeep, before ECU's came to market

[@alienation-i1g]

@@teop7887 I agree. Everyone made fun of Ford, for Eco-Boost V6, now Toyota is going to copy it in next Tundra. Everyone made fun of Ford switching to aluminum body panels, now almost all new 1/2 ton pickups in the US are made with at least some aluminum body panels. For 2021, Ford is now the first 1/2 ton full-hybrid pickup. Ford is the leader in pickup innovation, which is why they are also the leader in sales for 42 years running. Their slogan should be "Ford: Follow The Leader"

[@rickashcroft8226]

For the bed outlet: 400w/115v=3.47Amps. Call it 3.5 - that's the most current that outlet can support...

[@bigmrfnB]

I wonder if the Honda Ridgeline would do about the same?

[@KevAlberta]

Only if it has vtec

[@MiguelAngel-oh1ub]

Non-sense. We all know they aren’t trucks. 😉

[@DownHillgamer]

Oh you already know

[@dadgarage7966]

The Ridgeline is pretty heavy. With some chunky tires, it may surprise.

[@dadgarage7966]

@@guyontheinternet8891 Why would I troll with my real name? "Unibody" is a GM marketing term born in the '60s for its cheap, half-frame compact cars like the Nova. The Ridgeline is almost two-and-a-half-tons of completely welded vehicle. I've never owned a Honda. I don't plan on owning one soon. But send your opinions to the Honda engineers and designers and tell them this.

[@jerryclleung]

Not only does he have construction worker strength... he has FARMER STRENGTH!!! 💪💪💪💪💪💪

[@dtlusk24]

This is just fun and good stuff!Dave rocks and adds a lot to these series

[@MrEcksDeah]

this is one of your best vids in a while, cool content

[@brandonsjeffers]

This was an awesome production! Looking forward to seeing more from the Yak Gauntlet!

[@jeffrentsch4318]

My 1998 s10 has a larger payload. Then again I have hauled logs that size or larger in a Toro Workman.

[@ryanreimer201]

Pretty pathetic that a Toro GTX has a higher payload rating than a Jeep Gladiator.

[@jeffrentsch4318]

@@ryanreimer201 Oh no the Toro was way over it's rated weight limit. I was on not public land, off road. Owner of machine and land my boss said "run it if it kills the frame, or anything else, it is so old it already paid for itself " I would not over load anything like that on a public road (just so I wouldn't risk hurting bystander). Also wouldn't suggest going 4x over weight limit if you like the vehicle.

[@HoosierDaddy_]

Only TFL would do this! At least you guys are actually using these trucks!

[@shkotayd9749]

What are you torching?

[@tylermitchell4407]

awesome video guys

[@ScoobyFermentation]

This video is amazingly useful. I can’t wait for you to take the new F150 with the inverter to this guy’s ranch. Thanks.

[@lamarandson5636]

We’ve put 7000+ pounds of concrete rubble in the bed of a 1999 f250 7.3 with air bags and towed. It handled it like a champ, didn’t even squat. Steering was light at times though and with a nearly 1000lbs engine in the front is kinda alarming.

[@dirtroadsailing6418]

899 pounds worth of payload? You couldn't get 4 guys and their golf clubs in it without exceeding the payload capacity on this "truck".

[@dustintunis9347]

4 guys my size would put it over.

[@spartanchirho]

Excellent review gentlemen!! Excellent real world!! The engine is limited only by the suspension.

[@WW-wf8tu]

This should be part of ALL your truck tests in the future. Those Raptors and TRX .. everything. As for the length of material, most people that have ever done that know, some proper weight on top of the portion in the bed and 5 foot is not a problem. I had an 86 Nissan Hardbody that I maxed out in the same way doing the same things here and it shocked me just how tough it was for ranch work. "Gladiator for going out to dinner". LMAO Nice one Dave. But consider this, it is not comfy for long drives. lol

[@mcwendel8066]

Not that anyone is going to buy a gladiator to load it with plywood all the time but if you do, you cut a 2 x 4 and it goes across the wheel well and then you cut two more 2x4s and they go in the slot behind the wheel well and it makes a shelf for the plywood that is perfectly level with the tailgate when you latch the cables up halfway

[@bradbaraniuk4085]

ill take the cummins sounds better and will last longer than the fiat diesel

[@yepitsme431]

the engine in itself is not bad, the problem its how much emission crap they must install in order to keep the EPA happy and nail the CAFE standars.. they choke the engine real bad

[@Mixwell1983]

I really like these series with David and the Yak ranch 👍and I love that 5.9 in that GMC.

[@mannymotta2174]

3.5 amps is max boys. W=VxA. . My Tacoma has the same thing. Pretty much useless. The truck needs to be running for max output if it’s like Toyota’s system.. Great content.

[@joelsmithers6887]

Nice vid, payload is low bc the diesel is so heavy.

[@djp1234]

This guy needs a Ram ECODIESEL. Gladiator is not a construction vehicle. Jeep needs to put the Wrangler on the Gladiator chassis so that it can tow more. Truck beds are for construction workers and farmers.

[@kurtb3606]

His sound meter needs a particulate filter on it when measuring the Cummin's

[@richfarfugnuven6308]

FCA gets their Gladiator back= "why is the transmission fried and the frame bent?"

[@asaleemeadows]

Just think, this Jeep will be for sale in a year. I don’t think I’d want it after knowingly exceeding payload.

[@dedalliance1]

@@asaleemeadows It's not that bad, they're underated for a reason. Payload is just lawyer speak for 'It definitely shouldn't break under this weight limit'

[@silverstake88]

LOL - You're trying to compare apples/oranges. Dave's truck is a 3/4 ton long bed. 2 totally different applications.

[@dustintunis9347]

I'm sure they know that. It's probably more for the entertainment value.

[@rickysafer2895]

Enjoyed the video , the power outlet in the bed is not worth the price of having one. Glad to see a video of what one will do. I'm in the process of purchasing a Jeep Gladiator Mojave and it does not have the bed outlet but just about everything else on it. Thanks for the video guys.

[@yorkchris10]

That Cummins is in a lot of off-highway equipment - like skidders. Used a sheet of plywood for bed protector .

[@AldapesExpress]

Definitely my favorite video from all the one y’all ever made!!

[@rossbowman202]

I love the stuff with David. Great job gentlemen.

[@dmegahan]

“Brilliant”is never missed in a video by Tommy.

[@halftanuki]

The real problem I see here is the trim level; if you want to work it like a truck get a Maxtow. Mine has over 1600lbs. payload and, according to Jeep, over 8000lbs. towng capacity all while still being very capable off-road with a couple modifications.

[@haydenf1353]

I just checked online in my area and $67k can also get you a VERY well equipped Ram 2500, F250 or Chevy/GMC 2500 with lots and lots of bells and whistles.

[@OzPhilRandall]

Awesome as always. To answer Tommy's question "who does this kind of stuff" with the logs. My father in-law, with his 1982 Nissan Patrol!

[@4WDisLife]

do this for all trucks you review and you are gold

[@gvsskier5011]

Seriously, this kind of farm/country chores are exactly what I use my Gladiator to do. I installed the Magnuson SC to get diesel torque and the all in price probably is pretty close at end of day.

[@MrEcksDeah]

my man also deservced a bigger shoutout to his channel instead of the last 1 second of the video thats messed up lol

[@adan30marquezam]

For real 😂😂 literally one second

[@skywalker9265]

Please do this with the Gladiator Gas also and the competition... This was great!

[@vdubster]

I hope that was meant to be a play on words and not actually a misspelling of torture.

[@bobvedder2451]

I did get another jeep. She's got the wrangler unlimited rubicon, and i have the gladiator rubicon. We love our jeeps!

[@RaceGasSmellsGood]

What kinda MPG’s are you averaging overall? And let’s see a max tow test!! Love the 3.0 diesel Jeeps!

[@Kingswood7189]

Given that it is a JEEP, I wouldnt be surprised with its limited payload, especially with a diesel in the engine bay. That said, I think the gladiator did a pretty good job taking on its given tasks. I certainly wouldnt use ANY truck that has less than a 6 foot bed for farm/ranch work. Its a pretty capable truck, but I feel it would be too urban, imho.

[@EM-fi2qg]

5:36 PLEASE, don't ever do this! You transfer 3 times the weight right to your lower back, while lifting from that angle. I crushed 3 discs in my spine doing that very same lift. Spinal cord compression, and I'll never be the same.

[@dustintunis9347]

Yep, he definitely picked it up wrong. I'm certainly guilty of lifting incorrectly occasionally too though.

[@jonscott7686]

He just said it the GMC is way more capable and the jeep is literally good for nothing but every day driving

[@aeagleera]

Next time divide the total watts by the voltage. That will give you how many amps you can run. I this particular application you can only run a little over 3 amps in the bed plug.

[@coltonworkman9535]

Man I love this test it was so cool eco diesel not scared

[@jimmysgarage9068]

440 lb-ft is a lot of torque for a mid sized truck. Full sized trucks from the early 90’s had barely 250! Trucks have come a long way.

[@lanceoa]

Rear sag was minimal considering big ass log probable weight…. Stock suspension?

[@standingtall712]

That was fun. Great job

[@zelenizub2036]

I don't know if this "truck" has enough payload to transport 50 pizzas...

[@Welcometofacsistube]

Or your mom

[@officialyasir]

50 large pizzas weigh around 100 lbs max

[@thethinkingbyte]

@@officialyasir r/whooosh He’s tryna say that the gladiator sucks big cheeks lmao

[@officialyasir]

@@thethinkingbyte haha, I know, just having some fun. His/her comment made me curious how much would 100 pizzas weigh. Damn it, now I am in the mood for pizza! 😂

[@thethinkingbyte]

@@officialyasir oh I’m sorry! You just got me into the mood for pizza too 😂

[@Kevin-sr8yx]

The Slow Lane Truck.

[@kaseyemd8504]

Awesome video as usual fellas! That ECODIESEL is definitely a great engine

[@the1doubledeuce]

I don't mean to be mean or rude, but in 1999, I had a 1996 Tacoma, and it did the very same things. It had somewhere around 1500# of payload to boot.