One of North America’s trusted manufacturers of walk-in step vans, Morgan Olson, has introduced its all-new Kestrel work truck, with production to begin in the spring of 2026.
The Kestrel work truck represents a bold step forward in utility, efficiency, and operator-focused design, expanding Morgan Olson’s product portfolio to meet the evolving needs of work truck fleets across multiple industries. Purpose-built for durability, adaptability, and driver comfort, the Kestrel is engineered to set a new standard for performance in the work truck segment.
Key highlights of the Kestrel work truck include:
- Enhanced ergonomics – Designed with driver safety and comfort as top priorities.
- Optimized cargo capacity – Flexible configurations to meet diverse fleet applications.
- Durable construction – Built with Morgan Olson’s proven commitment to quality and longevity.
- On a Jeep Gladiator chassis – blending durability with off-road prowess: Features include a high-strength steel frame, 3.6L V6 engine, 8-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive for rugged terrain and off-road capability.
- Available in both left and right hand drive – This flexibility makes it ideal for both domestic and international markets, as well as various industries.
- Interior cab features include a six-way adjustable driver seat, Uconnect 5 with touchscreen, navigation, Bluetooth, USB ports, and SiriusXM—offering an enhanced in-cab experience.
- Auxiliary switches – designed to allow for easy, factory-integrated control over aftermarket electrical accessories.
“Morgan Olson put Kestrel on the Jeep Gladiator grit for driver first, upfit ready, and built to go anywhere the job takes you,” said Joe Rudolph, vice president of sales and marketing at Morgan Olson. “We’re proud to bring a product to market that combines the Jeep Gladiator toughness with our tradition of dependability, but also raises the bar for safety, serviceability, and total cost of ownership.”
