Nice ideas but Thresher might be an ill omen choice, given the lost submarine of that name.
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See, this. Exactly this. You have to know all the other things that were named that. Any connotations. Meanings in another language. All of it.
I think Base Camp has a decent chance. But it does imply a "base" vehicle, even though "base camp" doesn't have to be at the "base" of the mountain.
But, to be honest, I'm sure they have people working on this internally, and probably giggling at this thread when they see it.
So at least we've provided them with some levity on a Friday
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I suspect they get a chuckle everyday about one or more things we talk about. But still hoping some day they’ll post a pamphlet that notes all the ideas they took from us and integrated into the vehiclesI think Base Camp has a decent chance. But it does imply a "base" vehicle, even though "base camp" doesn't have to be at the "base" of the mountain.
But, to be honest, I'm sure they have people working on this internally, and probably giggling at this thread when they see it.
So at least we've provided them with some levity on a Friday
What if Scout really leaned into its heritage?
Option 1: Leans into the Scout lifestyle —Adventure, the outdoors, and American craftsmanship.
Homestead – Everyday Scout. Simple, capable.
Outfitter – Adds more comfort, features, and options.
Ranch – Premium trim. Thinking fancier than King Ranch, Sahara, or Outer Banks.
Reaper – High-performance model Raptor etc.
Option 2 (if Scout leans much harder into Scout's IH heritage.
Homestead – The dependable foundation.
Outfitter – More capability, more equipment, and more comfort for longer trips.
Binder – Lux model.
Reaper – More power/attitude.
Either way, no boring trim names. Please.
Option 1: Leans into the Scout lifestyle —Adventure, the outdoors, and American craftsmanship.
Homestead – Everyday Scout. Simple, capable.
Outfitter – Adds more comfort, features, and options.
Ranch – Premium trim. Thinking fancier than King Ranch, Sahara, or Outer Banks.
Reaper – High-performance model Raptor etc.
Option 2 (if Scout leans much harder into Scout's IH heritage.
Homestead – The dependable foundation.
Outfitter – More capability, more equipment, and more comfort for longer trips.
Binder – Lux model.
Reaper – More power/attitude.
Either way, no boring trim names. Please.
I like these names but my hang up is the names are arbitrary other than Reaper which I think everyone associates with Grimm and max power rather than a farming tool. I think the names need to instantly convey a beginner/middle/top level, otherwise it’s just marketing tools. Even with the broncos, I like these park references models but it don’t mean anything and was arbitrary.
Maybe it’s locations based on geographical elevation.
A sea level name, a middle plains name, maybe black rock as lower “mountain” range then top level is tallest mountain peak in US that sounds good
Definitely cool, though Reaper, Scythe, and Harrow all sound kinda dark. They can’t all be black…
I LOVE the Peasant Model . . .
Hmmm.
So, I'm going to go out on a limb and say that you don't want to have the lowest cost model be called "Peasant"? or "Plebian"?
Think of traffic stops. Yes officer, I’m a Peasant Traveller. Please be merciful on us . . .
NiAnd do you by any chance know of a good shrubber?
Ahhh, you are a knight good sir,
merely traveling as a peasant…
I think my thought process is more or less about telling Scout's story. International Harvester built equipment for farmers, ranchers, contractors, et al. The original Scout was a natural extension of that philosophy, a vehicle built for work first and adventure second.
That's why names like Homestead, Outfitter, Binder, and Reaper resonate with me. They're not just marketing terms; they're rooted in the brand's heritage.
Homestead - The people IH originally served.Homestead represents where it all begins. A homestead was built on self-reliance, practicality, and hard work. It fits the entry-level Scout because it's the dependable foundation, the vehicle that simply gets the job done.
Outfitter - The Scout's role as a vehicle that takes people farther. Once you've established the homestead, you need the equipment to go farther, carry more, and do bigger jobs. Outfitters historically supplied the gear, livestock, and provisions that made exploration, ranching, hunting, and long journeys possible. It's a natural fit for a trim with more capability, features, and comfort.
Binder -A wink to longtime IH enthusiasts. An IYKYK nod to IH's history. It is the nickname for IH trucks and Scouts, rooted in the company's grain binder machinery. It turns a piece of IH folklore into a premium badge.
Reaper - A tribute to the innovation that helped create the IH company. Reaper works on two levels. Most people hear an aggressive performance name. IH fans recognize it as a reference to Cyrus McCormick's mechanical reaper, the invention that ultimately led to International Harvester. It's a high-performance trim that also honors the company's origin story.
To me, that's stronger branding than generic trim names or letter combinations. The entire lineup tells a story, from building a Homestead, to being an Outfitter, to celebrating the Binder legacy, to culminating in the Reaper that pays tribute to the machine that started it all.
So...If anyone from Scout is lurking and thinks these names are worth borrowing, I'd gladly accept a discount on my Traveler as my consulting fee.
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Elevations per quick Google in South Carolina; Myrtle (lowest), Columbia (Middle of the state), Sassafras Mountain (High elevation)
Could use Low-country/Midlands and Highlands. Aren’t those all areas of SC?
If it aint Scottish-it sucks (say it with the accent
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I have a little “Gunn” in my family tree. I want to use their tartan in the The Bumble Bee.If it aint Scottish-it sucks (say it with the accent
In case this hasn’t been mentioned, but “Eagle” has to be some kind of option. Get it? Eagle Scout!
As an Eagle Scout, I usually think of Scouts of America (formerly BSA) whenever I think of Scout Motors. At some point Scout Motors should lean into that, would be a cool collab as Scouts embodies a lot of the thing Scout motors is pushing. Adventuring/Exploring etc
As an Eagle Scout, I usually think of Scouts of America (formerly BSA) whenever I think of Scout Motors. At some point Scout Motors should lean into that, would be a cool collab as Scouts embodies a lot of the thing Scout motors is pushing. Adventuring/Exploring etc
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