When choosing the best vehicle in Over the Hill, there is more to consider than just engine power. Tyre grip, wheel size, and suspension make a big difference when you drive over rocks, climb steep hills, and tackle rough trails.
The Mammoth and Marshal are the best overall vehicles, while the Blast Wagon and Boar are strong alternatives before you unlock them. Here are all 21 vehicles ranked by their stats, along with their unlock locations and the differences that matter most.
Over the Hill Vehicles Tier List
This tier list focuses on off-road performance, especially tyre grip, wheel radius, and suspension travel. Vehicles with better numbers in these areas generally handle uneven ground more effectively.
| Tier | Vehicles | Why They Rank Here |
|---|---|---|
| S Tier | Mammoth, Marshal | Best tyres, largest wheels, and 70 cm suspension |
| A Tier | Blast Wagon, Boar | Excellent grip and good climbing ability |
| B Tier | Wombat, Protector, Trailrat, Brick, Bull v1, Tinny, Trail Burner, Cumbre | Good balance of grip, suspension, and handling |
| C Tier | Roamer, Ding, Woodman, Grand Woodman, Burro, Timberbox | Smaller wheels, limited suspension, or weaker tyres |
| D Tier | Lynx, Rust Ox | Poorer performance in key off-road areas |
| F Tier | Polyana | Small tyres, tiny wheels, and limited suspension |
Best Vehicles in Over the Hill
S Tier: Mammoth and Marshal
The Mammoth and Marshal are the strongest choices for difficult off-road routes. Both use large tyres with 1.30 forward grip, 0.52 m wheels, and 70 cm of suspension travel.
Their Expedition class also provides the highest torque and strongest winch among the four vehicle classes. The main trade-off is steering: these trucks cannot turn as sharply as the smaller Trail vehicles.
The Mammoth is slightly shorter and has a cargo bed. Otherwise, the two vehicles share the same key performance stats.
- Mammoth unlock: Lower Midgar Trail, Asgard Mountain
- Marshal unlock: Shabah Ascent, Tassili n’Ajjer Desert
A Tier: Blast Wagon and Boar
The Blast Wagon and Boar are the best choices before you unlock the Expedition trucks. Both have 1.30 forward grip, giving them the same tyre-grip advantage as the Mammoth and Marshal.
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Their biggest weakness is suspension travel. Both have just 45 cm compared with the S-tier vehicles’ 70 cm, which makes suspension a clear disadvantage on uneven terrain.
The Boar is almost a metre shorter than the Blast Wagon, making it a better fit for narrow trails. The Blast Wagon has slightly larger wheels and a cargo bed.
- Blast Wagon unlock: Windcall Gorge Trail, Gimli Ridge
- Boar unlock: Tarfa Ascent, Tassili n’Ajjer Desert
B Tier: Balanced Vehicles for General Trails
Most Trail vehicles belong in this tier. They have 1.10 forward grip, 55 cm of suspension on most models, and a lighter 1,600 kg chassis. Their 38-degree steering angle also makes them the easiest class to manoeuvre through tight sections.
The Wombat ranks ahead of the other Trail vehicles because it has larger 0.43 m wheels. The Protector, Trailrat, Brick, Bull v1, and Tinny share the same listed grip, wheel radius, and suspension.
The Trail Burner and Cumbre are also good options. Both belong to the Wagon class, which has a higher top speed and more torque than the Trail class. They also use 0.44 m wheels.
Best picks in this tier:
- Wombat: Larger wheels than most Trail vehicles.
- Protector: A solid starting vehicle with balanced stats.
- Trail Burner: Good wheel size and the Wagon class’s higher speed.
- Cumbre: Similar performance to the Trail Burner.
C Tier: Vehicles With Noticeable Weaknesses
These vehicles can still handle trails, but each has a stat that puts it behind the higher-ranked options.
- Roamer: Has standard 1.10 forward grip and 0.42 m wheels, without a standout advantage over the better-ranked vehicles.
- Ding: Has only 45 cm of suspension, compared with 55 cm on most Trail vehicles.
- Woodman and Grand Woodman: Both have small 0.38 m wheels, making wheel size their main disadvantage.
- Burro and Timberbox: These Workhorse vehicles weigh 2,800 kg and use standard tyres with 45 cm of suspension.
The Burro and Timberbox offer more torque than lighter vehicles, but their tyre grip and suspension do not match the best climbing options.
D Tier: Lynx and Rust Ox
The Lynx has the lowest suspension travel of any vehicle in the list at just 35 cm. Its standard tyres and 0.40 m wheels give it little advantage over other Trail vehicles.
The Rust Ox has a different problem. It offers 60 cm of suspension, but its small tyres provide only 0.95 forward grip and 1.16 sideways grip. It may still be worth trying on rocky routes, but its low grip makes it harder to recommend for general use.
F Tier: Polyana
The Polyana ranks last because it combines the weakest tyre grip with the smallest wheels and limited suspension.
Its 0.95 forward grip, 0.35 m wheel radius, and 40 cm of suspension put it behind most other vehicles when tackling rough terrain. Consider another vehicle if you want a reliable choice for difficult climbs.
All 21 Over the Hill Vehicles: Stats and Unlock Locations
The following table contains the listed tyre grip, wheel radius, suspension travel, and unlock location for every vehicle.
Grip is shown as forward / sideways. Wheel radius is measured in metres, while suspension travel is measured in centimetres.
| Vehicle | Class | Grip | Wheel Radius | Suspension | Unlock Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mammoth | Expedition | 1.30 / 1.27 | 0.52 m | 70 cm | Lower Midgar Trail — Asgard Mountain |
| Marshal | Expedition | 1.30 / 1.27 | 0.52 m | 70 cm | Shabah Ascent — Tassili n’Ajjer Desert |
| Blast Wagon | Workhorse | 1.30 / 1.27 | 0.48 m | 45 cm | Windcall Gorge Trail — Gimli Ridge |
| Boar | Workhorse | 1.30 / 1.27 | 0.46 m | 45 cm | Tarfa Ascent — Tassili n’Ajjer Desert |
| Wombat | Trail | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.43 m | 55 cm | El Kalaa North Ascent — Tassili n’Ajjer Desert |
| Protector | Trail | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.40 m | 55 cm | Starting vehicle |
| Trailrat | Trail | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.40 m | 55 cm | Starting vehicle |
| Brick | Trail | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.40 m | 55 cm | Bridal Veil Falls Climb — Gimli Ridge |
| Bull v1 | Trail | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.40 m | 55 cm | Blanshard Ridge Trail — Asgard Mountain |
| Tinny | Trail | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.40 m | 55 cm | Ukhtayn Route — Aurès Mountains |
| Trail Burner | Wagon | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.44 m | 50 cm | Windy Joe Trail — Emerald Lake |
| Cumbre | Wagon | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.44 m | 50 cm | Jazira Ascent — Aurès Mountains |
| Roamer | Wagon | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.42 m | 50 cm | Kalaa Ulya Track — Aurès Mountains |
| Ding | Trail | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.40 m | 45 cm | Starting vehicle |
| Woodman | Wagon | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.38 m | 50 cm | El Kalaa South Ascent — Tassili n’Ajjer Desert |
| Grand Woodman | Wagon | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.38 m | 50 cm | Asulkan Lake Highline — Asgard Mountain |
| Burro | Workhorse | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.40 m | 45 cm | Hermit Trail — Emerald Lake |
| Timberbox | Workhorse | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.40 m | 45 cm | Midgar Ascent — Asgard Mountain |
| Lynx | Trail | 1.10 / 1.24 | 0.40 m | 35 cm | Mahrouqa West Track — Aurès Mountains |
| Rust Ox | Workhorse | 0.95 / 1.16 | 0.36 m | 60 cm | Waddington Scree Trail — Gimli Ridge |
| Polyana | Trail | 0.95 / 1.16 | 0.35 m | 40 cm | Elvis Rim Trail — Gimli Ridge |
Vehicle Class Stats: Torque, Speed, and Winch Strength
Every vehicle in the same class shares the class-level stats below. Upgrading the engine changes torque, but it does not change the differences in tyre grip, wheel radius, or suspension that affect these rankings.
| Class | Mass | Torque (Stock / Stage 2 / Stage 3) | Top Speed (Stage 3) | Steering | Winch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail | 1,600 kg | 100 / 106 / 112 Nm | 34 km/h | 38° | 25 kN |
| Wagon | 2,000 kg | 125 / 138 / 151 Nm | 36 km/h | 33° | 32 kN |
| Workhorse | 2,800 kg | 175 / 190 / 207 Nm | 29 km/h | 28° | 44 kN |
| Expedition | 3,200 kg | 200 / 227 / 256 Nm | 27 km/h | 28° | 51 kN |
Which Vehicle Class Should You Choose?
- Trail: Best for tight turns and narrow paths. These vehicles are lighter and have the sharpest steering.
- Wagon: Best if you want a balance of speed and manoeuvrability. This class has the highest Stage 3 top speed at 36 km/h.
- Workhorse: Offers more torque and winch strength than Trail and Wagon vehicles, but weighs more.
- Expedition: Best for difficult terrain thanks to its high torque and 51 kN winch strength. It also has the highest mass and a lower top speed.
What Makes One Vehicle Better Than Another?
Three stats matter most when comparing vehicles for off-road driving.
1. Tyre Grip
Tyres have the biggest impact on these rankings. Large tyres provide 1.30 forward grip, standard tyres provide 1.10, and small tyres provide just 0.95.
That difference matters on loose ground, where extra grip can help you maintain traction instead of struggling to move forward.
2. Wheel Radius
Larger wheels help a vehicle roll over ledges and obstacles. The Mammoth and Marshal have the largest wheels at 0.52 m, while the Polyana has the smallest at 0.35 m.
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Even among vehicles with the same tyre grip, wheel size can make a difference when the trail becomes uneven.
3. Suspension Travel
Suspension helps keep the wheels in contact with the ground as the vehicle moves over bumps and rocks. More suspension travel generally helps on uneven routes.
The Mammoth and Marshal lead with 70 cm, while the Lynx has just 35 cm. The Rust Ox has 60 cm of travel, but its small tyres limit its overall performance.
Do Vehicle Upgrades Change the Tier List?
Upgrades provide the same improvements to every vehicle, so they do not change the relative rankings in this list. A Stage 3 engine gives each class more torque, but it does not fix a vehicle’s weaker tyres or smaller wheels.
Vehicle upgrades also do not carry over when you switch to a new truck. Keep that in mind before spending your Pebbles on a vehicle you plan to replace soon.
The rankings are based on the game’s launch version from October 14, 2026. A future patch could change the results. The Ding, for example, has already received a lower centre of mass, which may reduce its tendency to roll over.
The available stats also do not cover everything that affects driving, including rollover risk and ground clearance. Treat the tier list as a performance comparison rather than a guarantee that every vehicle will handle every route the same way.
