aren't these the baddest things ever???

[Wayneraintree]

The new 70 series in Australia from here http://www.toyota.com.au/toyota/vehi...9_1612,00.html
4.5 litre V8 turbo diesel engine Variable vane turbocharger with intercooler DOHC (Direct Over Head Camshafts) with 32 valves with common-rail direct injection 151kW power – Over 20% better than the previous Turbo Diesel Fuel economy (L/100Km)* – 11.9L Troop Carrier & Wagon, Cab Chassis 11.5L Class-leading 430Nm of torque Meets strict Euro IV emission standards 5 speed manual transmission with High/Low range Over 1500km range for vehicles fitted with 180L tanks (Cab Chassis and Troop Carrier) Extended 8-model line-up

that troopy is my dream

 

[CJBury]

The new 70 series in Australia from here http://www.toyota.com.au/toyota/vehi...9_1612,00.html
4.5 litre V8 turbo diesel engine Variable vane turbocharger with intercooler DOHC (Direct Over Head Camshafts) with 32 valves with common-rail direct injection 151kW power – Over 20% better than the previous Turbo Diesel Fuel economy (L/100Km)* – 11.9L Troop Carrier & Wagon, Cab Chassis 11.5L Class-leading 430Nm of torque Meets strict Euro IV emission standards 5 speed manual transmission with High/Low range Over 1500km range for vehicles fitted with 180L tanks (Cab Chassis and Troop Carrier) Extended 8-model line-up

that troopy is my dream

I still don't understand why they don't import some of these thing into the US. Makes me nuts.

 

[Straydog]

Yeah, I'd love to get a factory flatbed. The diesel would make it even sweeter.

 

[cruiserhead]

I`d retrofit an `88ish front clip.
David

 

[MadTripper]

They are cool. I'll have to do a little research. Of course $53,000 AU is expensive enough that it is well out of my price range anyways. Great looking vehicle. I did a few conversions and came up with the following:

202.4 Horsepower @ 3400 rpms
317.15 Ftlbs torque @ 1200-3200
19.8 MPG (Cab Chassis 20.4 MPG)
Optional 47.5 gallon tank

Here is a link to the specifications which has a pdf link full of the goodies:
Toyota Australia: LandCruiser 70 - Specification Summary




Tripper

 

[Lugboot]

That's it. I'm moving.

 

[MadTripper]

I checked with my connection and was basically told we'd probably never see them in the states. Between demands and government EPA rules, production is moving to car-based SUV's. He mentioned that even the 4-runners are sitting while the Highlanders are flying off the shelves. He also said there was talk of a smaller (likely less rugged) truck with a hybrid being in the pipe.

So, looks like either you import one or move! Too bad really. They are a gorgeous machine.

Tripper

 

[jamarquardt22]

47Gall of deisel I wouldnt want to fill that one up. probably cost about $225 to fill it!

 

[Wayneraintree]

that's like 1200 miles of range on a tank!

 

[cruise4070]

[QUOTE that troopy is my dream[/QUOTE]
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snorkel, hood scoop, cool color.
Mine too!!

 

[Wayneraintree]

Hey Tom, Let me know when ya get one so I can take a test ride : )

How's the 70 series coming? pics?

 

[cruise4070]

The 70 is progressing SLOWLY!!! I dropped it off in 10/07, and so far the rt dog leg and rocker are repaired.
Still have the wheelwell, 1/4 , lt 1/4 and the doors to go...
But on the bright side its 7 months of free indoor storage!!
I tell Angelo take your time you cant rush quality!

 

[racefanmartin]

Maybe I can trade the FjC...