01
Technical DrawingBlueprint archive
R202
Forge Overkiller
Forge Overkiller takes a 2016 Sportage and drags it into proper outback-safari territory: wide-track, armor-backed, and built around tire clearance first. The whole silhouette is industrial and honest—bolt-on steel flares with visible bracing, a vented steel hood that looks like it was made to be leaned on, and a rear hatch extension that reads like a mobile pit cart for the desert.
It’s not a “lift kit and lights” cosplay. The 2000mm track, 350mm ride height, and 39s demand real geometry, real bump control, and real cooling—so the bodywork is shaped around airflow, heat rejection, and service access. The vibe is Speedhunters editorial in red dust: hard-used, overbuilt, and unapologetically heavy-duty.
Release Image Studies
Image studies from every angle.
Comparison Shots
Blueprint / Collector Archive
Engineering Artifacts
The technical study and collectible interpretation of one build, preserved together.
02
Forge Overkiller Collector EditionCollector artifact
A presentation-grade collector artifact created for this release and preserved as part of the Widebody Syndicate archive.
Technical Dossier
▧
Platform
2016 Kia Sportage
The 2016 Kia Sportage stands as a versatile compact SUV platform that blends practical everyday usability with confident styling and a well-engineered chassis. Known for its balanced ride, composed handling, and a spacious, thoughtfully designed interior, the Sportage provides a solid base for modifications without losing its approachable, street-ready character. Its robust body-on-frame construction and well-proportioned dimensions make it a compelling choice for those seeking a platform that can adapt from daily driver duties to more ambitious customization projects.
⌘
Aero Package
Roof-integrated dust-management spoiler/splitter to stabilize flow off the hatch
Functional hood venting and ducting to reduce underhood pressure and temps
Rear outlet venting to pull heat out of the engine bay/cooling stack at low speed
Flat skid/undertray sections to keep airflow predictable around the front armor
⟡
Chassis
The stance and geometry aim for desert stability: wide, tall, and composed when the surface turns to corrugations and ruts. It’s tuned to carry payload and fuel without collapsing into the bump stops, with dual-rate springing to keep it controlled both empty and loaded.
◎
Wheels & Tires
18x11 Black Rhino Warlord wheels
high-load off-road spec
39x13.50R18 Toyo Open Country M/T II tires for sidewall and bite in loose terrain
Reinforced hubs/studs and high-clearance brake package to suit 39-inch rotating mass
▤
Powertrain
3.5L twin-turbo V6 concept tuned for low-end torque and sustained heat tolerance
Large front-mount intercooler with sealed ducting from hood scoops/forward openings
Conservative boost
robust filtration
and oil cooling focused on desert duty cycles
ECU calibration prioritizing torque management and drivability in deep sand
△
Fabrication Notes
Widebody mounts tied into reinforced structure to prevent flare fatigue and cracking
Suspension geometry corrected for track width and lift: steering
scrub radius
and bump steer addressed
Armor integrated with jack points and recovery points
not just cosmetic skid plates
Service access designed in: removable panels around cooling
belts
and charge piping
×
Design Philosophy
Forge Overkiller takes a 2016 Sportage and drags it into proper outback-safari territory: wide-track, armor-backed, and built around tire clearance first. The whole silhouette is industrial and honest—bolt-on steel flares with visible bracing, a vented steel hood that looks like it was made to be leaned on, and a rear hatch extension that reads like a mobile pit cart for the desert.
It’s not a “lift kit and lights” cosplay. The 2000mm track, 350mm ride height, and 39s demand real geometry, real bump control, and real cooling—so the bodywork is shaped around airflow, heat rejection, and service access. The vibe is Speedhunters editorial in red dust: hard-used, overbuilt, and unapologetically heavy-duty.
▧Platform+
2016 Kia Sportage
The 2016 Kia Sportage stands as a versatile compact SUV platform that blends practical everyday usability with confident styling and a well-engineered chassis. Known for its balanced ride, composed handling, and a spacious, thoughtfully designed interior, the Sportage provides a solid base for modifications without losing its approachable, street-ready character. Its robust body-on-frame construction and well-proportioned dimensions make it a compelling choice for those seeking a platform that can adapt from daily driver duties to more ambitious customization projects.
⌘Aero Package+
Roof-integrated dust-management spoiler/splitter to stabilize flow off the hatch
Functional hood venting and ducting to reduce underhood pressure and temps
Rear outlet venting to pull heat out of the engine bay/cooling stack at low speed
Flat skid/undertray sections to keep airflow predictable around the front armor
⟡Chassis+
The stance and geometry aim for desert stability: wide, tall, and composed when the surface turns to corrugations and ruts. It’s tuned to carry payload and fuel without collapsing into the bump stops, with dual-rate springing to keep it controlled both empty and loaded.
◎Wheels & Tires+
18x11 Black Rhino Warlord wheels
high-load off-road spec
39x13.50R18 Toyo Open Country M/T II tires for sidewall and bite in loose terrain
Reinforced hubs/studs and high-clearance brake package to suit 39-inch rotating mass
▤Powertrain+
3.5L twin-turbo V6 concept tuned for low-end torque and sustained heat tolerance
Large front-mount intercooler with sealed ducting from hood scoops/forward openings
Conservative boost
robust filtration
and oil cooling focused on desert duty cycles
ECU calibration prioritizing torque management and drivability in deep sand
△Fabrication Notes+
Widebody mounts tied into reinforced structure to prevent flare fatigue and cracking
Suspension geometry corrected for track width and lift: steering
scrub radius
and bump steer addressed
Armor integrated with jack points and recovery points
not just cosmetic skid plates
Service access designed in: removable panels around cooling
belts
and charge piping
×Design Philosophy+
Forge Overkiller takes a 2016 Sportage and drags it into proper outback-safari territory: wide-track, armor-backed, and built around tire clearance first. The whole silhouette is industrial and honest—bolt-on steel flares with visible bracing, a vented steel hood that looks like it was made to be leaned on, and a rear hatch extension that reads like a mobile pit cart for the desert.
It’s not a “lift kit and lights” cosplay. The 2000mm track, 350mm ride height, and 39s demand real geometry, real bump control, and real cooling—so the bodywork is shaped around airflow, heat rejection, and service access. The vibe is Speedhunters editorial in red dust: hard-used, overbuilt, and unapologetically heavy-duty.
Part of
Wave 34
Rally Everything: Vol. 2
We’re diving headfirst into the wild world where luxury sedans and quirky wagons don battle gear for the unforgiving sands and rocky trails of rally lore. Our garage here just completed a jaw-dropping lineup where British posh meets Baja grit, mid-2000s icon wagons get Dakar-level treatment, and even the Pontiac G6 gets a farmyard makeover fit for dirt conquest.
Explore Wave 34 → 6 BuildsMore builds in this series
More builds in this category
▱
Keep Exploring
The archive is always growing. New releases, waves, and blueprints added regularly.