With construction beginning in 2007, TIV 2 is the replacement for TIV 1, with the goal of solving various things the original was lacking, namely ground clearance, power, and traction. To solve these issues, TIV 2 originally featured 3 driven axles (although this proved problematic and was later removed), a much more powerful engines, and sliding frontal armor panels, allowing for much more ground clearance. After Storm Chasers ended, the TIV 2 fell into disrepair and sat until 2019 before being sold to storm chasing team Storm of Passion for $35,000. It has since been restored and is seeing use. Specs: Base vehicle: 2007 Ram 3500 Engine: 6.7L Cummins B-series I6 (625 hp) Transmission: N/A Drivetrain layout: Front engines, 4-wheel drive (previously 6-wheel drive) Weight: ~14,300 lbs (6486 kg) [previously ~16,500 lbs (7484 kg)] Armor: 1/8" plate steel, some areas covered with aluminum and kevlar to reduce weight Lowering system: Flaps Anchoring system: Angled spiked hydraulic rams x4 Build cost: ? Total intercepts: 25* First intercept: ? Notable intercepts: May 27, 2013, Lebanon, Kansas
