After a year on the road, the first-ever MeatEater Inc. and RealTruck heavily modified 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 Crew Cab will go up on auction at Mecum Auctions in Kansas City, Missouri, rolling off the block on Friday, Dec. 6.
Donated by RealTruck, 100%of the hammer price will go directly to benefit the non-profit Folds of Honor, an organization that provides life-changing educational scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen or disabled U.S. service members and first responders.
“We are pleased to be supporting Folds of Honor with the sale of this vehicle,” said Lee Riser, RealTruck Inc. vice president of marketing. “This one-of-a-kind build that we proudly showcased at last year’s SEMA Show has been ‘MeatEater-tested’ throughout the year, conquering every challenge the MeatEater crew threw its way. Rest assured, the lucky bidder is going to get a truck unlike any other.”
RealTruck Inc., a global aftermarket product and accessory brand, and popular outdoors lifestyle company MeatEater Inc., collaborated on the refined hunting rig, which features a number of backwoods-centric RealTruck products made for the outdoor adventurer who hunts, fishes, cooks wild food and values the bond between humans and nature, according to the companies.
The truck is reminiscent of an off-road and overland build and sports a camouflage wrap, striking high-visibility orange accents, and rugged exterior mods that tie to MeatEater’s hands-on connection with the natural world. Premium parts and accessories from RealTruck include a RealTruck Bak Revolver X4s hard roll-up tonneau cover, RealTruck Go Rhino BR20 rear bumper, Rugged Ridge traction recovery kit, RealTruck AMP Research BedStep and more.
“Folds of Honor is grateful for this gracious donation from RealTruck that will directly benefit our recipients,” said Col. Nick Nichols, president of Folds of Honor. “Folds of Honor is committed and active in the outdoor space and we are thankful to have patriotic partners who understand the importance of an education.”
From its inception in 2007, Folds of Honor has awarded nearly 62,000 scholarships totaling about $290 million. Minority recipients represent 45% of all scholarships awarded. In 2022, the organization expanded its mission to America’s first responders, including police, fire, EMTs, and paramedics.
“At Mecum Auctions, we are excited to have the MeatEater and RealTruck adventure hunting rig roll across the auction block in Kansas City,” said Breeann Poland, Mecum Auctions director of marketing and communications. “This vehicle represents adventure and a commitment to honoring our heroes, and we invite bidders to join us in making a meaningful impact for the families of fallen and disabled service members.”
