Getting to Know Your
H3
18
High Mobility Characteristics
While maintaining a low silhouette and a
low center of gravity, the HUMMER H3
has:
• A 10 inch (25.4 cm) running ground
clearance
• A 9 inch (22.8 cm) axle to ground
clearance
These characteristics are essential to
safety in off-road operation.
The HUMMER H3, depending on
suspension packages, has:
A. An approximate approach angle of
40 degrees
B. An approximate departure angle of
37 degrees
The HUMMER H3 design specifications
provide the ability to traverse a
maximum 60% (31 degree) grade, with
Note:
• Cargo on the load floor piled higher
than the seat can be thrown forward
during sudden stops.
• Unsecured cargo on the load floor
can be tossed about when driving
over rough terrain.
• Heavy loads on the roof raise the
vehicle’s center of gravity, making it
more likely to roll over.
The HUMMER H3 can climb a 16 inch
(40.6 cm) vertical step.
Specifications also enable the HUMMER
H3 to traverse a 40% (22 degree) side
slope, with the vehicle fully loaded, on
high-friction surfaces at 6 mph (9.7 km/h).
• Be sure the load is secured properly
to prevent items from moving during
off-road driving.
passengers and equipment, on high-
friction surfaces at 6 mph (9.7 km/h).
See Section 4 of your Owner Manual.
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