Meet the Mitsubishi Triton Halo AT35 prototype, which was unveiled at Nampo 2023 and previews the most extreme version of the Japanese firm’s bakkie yet…

The Mitsubishi Triton Halo AT35 prototype has been revealed at Nampo 2023 in the Free State, previewing what the Japanese firm’s South African division describes as the “ultimate iteration” of its double-cab bakkie.

Right now, details are frustratingly thin on the ground. For instance, it’s not yet clear when the production version will hit the market in South Africa, nor how much it will cost. In addition, Mitsubishi Motors SA made no mention of the powertrain and shared only a single photograph of the prototype.

So, what do we know? Well, like the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 displayed at the same event outside Bothaville, the Triton Halo AT35 was developed in conjunction with Icelandic off-road specialist, Arctic Trucks. For the record, the company’s Russian division unwrapped an AT35 version of the L200 (another badge used on the Triton in some markets) back in 2021.

But back to the SA-spec model. The Japanese firm promises the production model will be an “extremely capable vehicle that is well engineered and backed by Mitsubishi’s factory warranty”.

Mitsubishi says the AT35 is “based on the flagship Triton double-cab 4×4”, so it will surely slot in well above the Triton Heritage (R749990) and Triton Xtreme (R778990). We’re guessing it will use the same 2.4-litre turbodiesel engine, which delivers 133 kW and 430 Nm to all 4 wheels via a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The Russian branch of Arctic Trucks revealed the L200 AT35 back in 2021.

The Triton Halo AT35 scores a 4×4 Iron Man suspension lift and 17-inch BFGoodrich off-road tyres wrapped round Arctic Truck alloy wheels. As a result, it features a wider track and a ride height increased by “approximately 35 mm” (which, by our maths, boosts ground clearance to 255 mm).

In addition, the bodywork has been “comprehensively modified” and now includes a new front bumper, extended wheel-arches and wider fender liners. Additional accessories come in the form of a snorkel and a roof rack, with the latter housing further items such as a high-lift jack and a spade.

The Triton AT35 on display also features various Ralliart accessories, including special floormats, mudflaps and decals. A rubberised load bin has been fitted, too, along with a Keko sports bar and a Keko tonneau cover. Inside, Mitsubishi has “upgraded” the infotainment to a 7-inch Sony Display Audio system and added “bespoke stitching” to the leather seats.

Considering there’s a next-generation Triton (also known as the L200) just around the corner, this new AT35 iteration may well serve as something of a swansong for the outgoing model. We’ll keep our eyes open for more information (including launch timing and pricing) as well as fresh images…

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