This Veterans Day, Fox Factory Vehicles isn’t just saying “thank you for your service”—they’re handing out keys. The company best known for its off-road suspension systems has unveiled the Jeep Wrangler Commando, a turn-key trail machine based on the Rubicon 392, built exclusively for veterans and active-duty military personnel.
A Wrangler with a Mission
Fox Factory’s Commando starts with the Wrangler Rubicon 392—already the rowdiest, V8-powered Wrangler you can buy—and cranks the rugged meter to 11. From the outside, the Commando looks like a proper salute to military heritage: the body and high-top fenders are finished in ’41 Green, a color nodding to the original World War II–era Willys Jeep. Steel bumpers, tubular doors, and a grille guard give it that battlefield bravado, while a Bimini top and Commando hood decals add some flair to the functionality.
For those who plan to get seriously stuck (and let’s face it, someone will), Fox offers a 12,000-pound Warn winch for $3,395—because no one likes waiting for recovery duty.
Built Fox Tough
Fox’s own hardware is front and center, as expected. The Commando rides on a 3.5-inch JKS lift kit paired with Fox 3.0 internal bypass shocks featuring remote reservoirs. A Fox ATS steering stabilizer keeps the front end tight, while 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels wearing 37-inch Nitto Ridge Grapplers provide the kind of ground clearance that makes small boulders look like speed bumps.
This setup isn’t just cosmetic; it’s purpose-built for real off-road use. Expect smoother damping over whoops and ruts, better body control at speed, and enough articulation to make a mountain goat jealous.
Inside the Lines
Open those tubular doors, and you’re greeted with a surprisingly refined interior. Tan leather seats embroidered with Commando logos strike a balance between luxury and legacy, while a dash-mounted accessory rail gives space for trail gadgets—GPS units, cameras, or that all-important GoPro.
A digital rearview mirror modernizes the view out back, which you’ll need since the spare tire has been relocated to the cargo area. (Yes, it eats into your gear space, but it also improves rear visibility and weight balance.)
The Heart of the Beast
Under the hood sits the familiar 6.4-liter Hemi V8, producing 470 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic and full-time four-wheel drive. It’s the same brawny setup that makes the Rubicon 392 such a joyously excessive machine.
But if that’s somehow not enough grunt, Fox will gladly install a Whipple supercharger for an additional $11,495, boosting output to 705 hp and 655 lb-ft of torque. Pair that with the optional Magnaflow exhaust ($3,395), and the Commando’s bark will match its bite—loudly.
Exclusivity, with a Purpose
The Commando is limited to just 250 units, and there’s a catch: it’s available only to veterans and active-duty personnel, who must apply and share their story for consideration. Pricing starts at $69,995, though Fox hasn’t confirmed whether that’s before or after the cost of the base Rubicon 392 itself. Either way, it’s a collector’s piece with real meaning—a rolling tribute to those who’ve served, built by a company that knows how to engineer respect into metal.
Final Thoughts
The Jeep Wrangler Commando isn’t just another special edition—it’s a blend of heritage, horsepower, and honor. It’s the kind of build that looks just as comfortable rolling through Moab as it does in a Veterans Day parade.
In a market full of “appearance packages,” Fox Factory’s Commando feels refreshingly authentic. It’s not a sticker job—it’s a purpose-built off-roader with real hardware, real power, and real gratitude behind it.
If you’re one of the few eligible to get one, consider it both a badge of honor and a ticket to the wild.
Source: Fox Factory