Few automotive events carry the kind of reverence that the Easter Jeep Safari commands. Since 1967, the annual pilgrimage to Moab, Utah has served as the holy land for off-road enthusiasts. For the 60th iteration of the event, running March 28 to April 5, Jeep has gone bigger than ever, rolling out six all-new concept vehicles that span the brand’s full spectrum: from military-inspired overlanders and chopped-top trail rigs to a lovingly preserved restomod from 1986.
As it does each year, Jeep tapped its in-house design team and the Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) crew to build out one-off concepts that double as a preview of what’s possible. Alongside these concepts is also a rig purpose-built for the Red Rock 4-Wheelers, the Moab-based club that has kept the EJS running since 1982. Here’s a full rundown of all six builds.
Jeep Wrangler Anvil 715 Concept
The Anvil 715 is the unquestioned centerpiece of this year’s lineup. As an overland-focused build based on a Wrangler Rubicon 392, the concept takes its design cues from the Kaiser Jeep M715 military truck of the 1960s, specifically that rhino-style front grille. The nose sits about four inches further forward than a standard Wrangler, giving the build a longer, more forward-leaning profile that inspired the “Anvil” name. It’s a fresh take that feels different while staying unmistakably Jeep.
The other standout is the custom, non-removable raised roof, which opens up the interior with roughly four extra inches of headroom and four skylights. It gives the whole thing a strong safari-wagon energy. Underneath the hood, Jeep kept the 6.4-liter V-8 from the Rubicon 392, rated at 470hp. Steel bumpers front and rear, rock rails, and 37-inch BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain KM3 tires on 17-inch wheels round out the go-anywhere hardware. An integrated onboard air system handles inflation and deflation at the trailhead, while forward- and rear-facing auxiliary lights give you light in the dark.
Inside, you’ll find a tactical green interior and a large driver-facing tablet running Trails Offroad maps in place of the standard infotainment screen. Bed-lined floors add durability and make cleanup easy. Notably, the design team kept exterior cargo solutions and a rooftop tent off the build, presenting it as a “blank canvas” that gives enthusiasts room to personalize.
Jeep Wrangler BUZZCUT Concept
If you’ve ever wondered what a Wrangler would look like if it took a trip to a hot rod shop, the BUZZCUT is your answer. This two-door concept had two inches lopped off its roofline, then the windshield was laid back and the rear glass sloped to create a sportier, more aggressive silhouette. A matching 2-inch JPP lift kit brings the ride height back to near-normal, while 37-inch BFGoodrich tires on 17-inch beadlock wheels give it a properly chunky stance. The flat fenders, wide rock rails, and steel front bumper lean hard into that bulldog aesthetic, all wrapped in a Vitamin C metallic orange.
Powering the Buzzcut is the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder paired with the eight-speed automatic. A Warn winch and steel front bumper make it trail-ready, while a Rhino-Rack Pioneer platform on the roof ( accessed via a fold-out Amp Research step and grab handle) adds serious cargo capacity. Rear seats have been pulled entirely in favor of Diabolical Inc.’s Slipstream lockable security enclosure, turning the back end into a proper adventure locker.
The JPP crew went deep on the parts catalog here: tailgate table, air compressor, door sill guards, pedal covers, fuel-door cover, all-weather floormats, and a cold-air intake for the turbo four are all dealer-orderable items. Up front, the driver and passenger get bucket seats from the Dodge Charger, reupholstered in Katzkin leather and suede. A snorkel rounds out the exterior.
Jeep Grand Wagoneer Commander Concept
Not every EJS concept is a stripped-down trail vehicle, and the Grand Wagoneer Commander is proof that you can build a compelling concept that’s also quite subtle. Jeep’s vision here is a tow rig. The body-side graphics catch your eye with topographic contour lines lifted from a map of Canyonlands National Park, a modern twist on the classic wood-paneled Wagoneer from the ’60s through the ’80s. The same pattern is repeated on the panoramic sunroof.
Under the skin, Rock Krawler gave it the suspension lift to accommodate the 20-inch custom wheels and 35-inch Nitto Recon Grappler A/T tires. Custom skid plates protect the underbelly, and a custom roof rack carries seven Baja Designs sPod lights. Custom olive-hued tow hooks add a nice utilitarian element, while the interior remains untouched. Jeep’s designers apparently took one look at the Grand Wagoneer’s already-lavish cabin and decided not to mess with it.
Jeep Wrangler Laredo Concept
For those who think modern off-roaders have gotten a little too reliant on computers to do the work, the Laredo Concept is a love letter to simpler times. Starting with a Wrangler Willys (not the full-fat Rubicon) and pairing it with the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 and a six-speed manual transmission, Jeep stripped the formula down to its essentials. The Laredo trim first debuted on the CJ-7 in 1982, bringing chrome wheels and a chrome grille to a no-frills platform. This build runs with custom 17-inch slotted mag wheels with retro CJ center caps, a chrome grille, and an ’80s-style graphics package tie it visually to the classic SUV.
A 2-inch JPP lift kit and 37-inch BFGoodrich KM3 tires ride underneath, while half doors and a sliding canvas section on the hardtop are manually operated, because the One-Touch Power feature was deleted. The real standout, though, is the interior upholstery. The seats have been retrimmed in Southwestern-style horse blanket fabric, a nod to the Texas roots of the Laredo name. It also gets vinyl floors to complete the throwback.
Jeep XJ Pioneer Concept
Without question, the XJ Pioneer is the among the most compelling concept Jeep has brought to Easter Safari in years. The original Cherokee XJ debuted in 1984 as a truly groundbreaking vehicle. It as a compact, car-like unibody SUV with solid axles and 4WD, and the platform maintained a devoted following long after production ended in 2001. For this build, Jeep’s designers hunted for the right donor car and landed on a 1986 two-door from Reno, Nevada, originally purchased for $16,487. It arrived at the design facility with 80,000 miles, a meticulous fuel log recorded in a notebook inside the glovebox, and a rare, completely original factory paint in Champagne Gold Metallic.
The original 2.8-liter V-6 was left in place, but the fenders were trimmed and fitted with carbon fiber flares to swallow the 33-inch BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A K02 tires. Off-road capability is in part thanks to a 2-inch ARB coil-spring lift and a disconnecting anti-roll bar. Custom color-matched rock rails round out the exterior mods, and the whole thing sits on 17-inch wheels modeled after the originals.
The interior is a legitimate time capsule. The original dash and upholstery are fully intact, complemented by wooden bead seat covers over the Honey bucket seats, a Moonies window cling, and a Labyrinth lunchbox tossed into the cargo area. An Apple Macintosh Plus box has been converted into a custom cooler. Jeep says there are additional Easter eggs scattered throughout.
Jeep Gladiator Red Rock Concept
The Red Rock 4-Wheelers have been the organizing force behind Easter Jeep Safari since they took it over in 1982. Built on the 2026 Gladiator Rubicon, the Red Rock concept is a workhorse, purpose-engineered to help the non-profit organization mark and maintain trails and preserve access to public lands. Jeep will actually donate this rig to the club when the event wraps.
For the build, a Rock Krawler Suspension Overland X Pro 3-inch lift kit accommodates 37-inch BFGoodrich KM3 mud tires on 17-inch JPP beadlock wheels. Up front, a JPP steel bumper houses a Warn winch and triple-hoop grille guard with 7-inch TYRI lights. More TYRI lights live on the A-pillars. A Leitner Designs cargo rack in the bed features GearPod storage containers for trail tools and recovery gear, and there’s a Bedslide cargo tray on the bed floor.
Inside, grab handles and Armorlite flooring have been installed, making it easy to hose out after a long day on the trails. Custom graphics combine the Red Rock 4-Wheelers’ legacy with JPP branding.
Where to See Them
The 60th Annual Easter Jeep Safari runs March 28 through April 5 in Moab, Utah, with all six concepts on display at Walker Drug in downtown Moab from March 30 to April 3. As always, these are strictly one-offs meant for the event, but look closely and you’ll spot ideas that could absolutely trickle into future models.
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60th Jeep Easter Safari Concepts
Jeep is bringing six one-off concept vehicles to the 60th Easter Jeep Safari in Moab this year, ranging from a military-inspired Wrangler overlander and a chopped-top trail rig to a surprisingly intact 1986 Cherokee restomod. It’s the brand’s biggest and most varied EJS lineup in recent memory.
