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History
LandCruisers models are identified by an alphanumeric
code. The code consists of the engine series designation letter(s) and
the frame designation number separated by a the letter "J." The J may be
intended to indicate Japan as the country of production. For example a
2 door with short wheel base and a 2F gasoline engine would be a FJ40.
LandCruiser BJ (Toyota Jeep)
Back in 1950 the American Army contacted the Toyota Motor Corporation
with a request for a 4WD vehicle to be used by the soldiers and military
police stationed in Japan. Toyota took the request seriously. During the
war Toyota had produced a 4WD vehicle named AK10 for the Japanese army.
With that experience in their back pocket Toyota presented, within six
months, in August 1950 the Toyota Jeep Model BJ. It had a two piece windscreen,
a vertically ribbed front and its appearance did not differ much from the
Jeep. The engine was a 6-cylinder gasoline, 3.386 liter and 63 kW. It had
a 4-speed transmission without synchromesh and a single range transfer.
25 Series
In 1958 the Land Cruiser took on the familiar body style. It used
the 3.8 liter 6 cylinder gas "F" engine. It had a slightly different grill
and fenders than later 40's. (This example of the FJ25 was found in a Costa
Rican Auto dealership.)
40 Series
The 40 Series was produced from 1961 to 1984. This is the classic
Land Cruiser. It is a two door with removable hardtop / softop. Early models
had a 3 speed transmission that was replaced in 1974 with a 4 speed, and
in 1983 with a 5 speed. It is was produced with several engine types. FJ40's
with the 3.8 liter 6 cylinder F engine came to North America around 1963.
FJ40's with the 4.2 liter 2F engine started in 1974. BJ40's with the 3.0
liter 4 cylinder B engine came to Canada from '78-'80 but were offered
elsewhere for longer. BJ40's with the 3.4 liter 3B came to Canada from
'81-'84.
45 Series Troop Carrier
This is a longer wheelbase version of the 40. This truck was spotted
in Costa Rica. This style was not generally available in the USA although
some were imported discreetly. Australia got their first FJ45 troopies
in 1976, these were all soft top models with full hard doors. No diesel
models until mid 1979 when the H series 6 cylinder diesel was introduced
and a hard top model designated HJ45 arrived. It had 2 body options, 11
seat capacity or 3 seater, hardtop roof was full length fiberglass. All
hardtops had "ambulance" rear doors, Nippondenso "factory underdash air"
was an option. Around 1981 the HJ47 was released with the 2H diesel, padded
dash and a change of color schemes. The HJ47 model continued until about
late 1984.
45 Series Wagon
The 45 Wagon is quite rare. It is similar to the troop carrier,
but has 5 doors.
45 Series Pickup
The pickup version of the LandCruiser. 45 LBPU Square bed with
tie-down loops on sides, removable hard/soft top. 45 SBPU Rounded bed with
bevel on top rim like a 40. This version had fixed hardtop until approx.
1964 then removable hardtop.
55 Series
This model was available in North America from 1969 to 1980. It
appeared with an F engine, and then was replaced with the 2F version in
1975. It is a station wagon with a narrower appearance than the 40 series.
60 Series
FJ60's were available from 1980 to 1987 and were equipped with
the 2F Gasoline engine in the USA. BJ60's with the 3B Diesel became available
in Canada in 1984, then they were replaced with with the HJ60 with the
6 cylinder Diesel and a 5 speed transmission from '85-'87.
62 Series
This updated version of the 60 series was produced from 1987 to
1989. It can be distinguished from the 60 Series by the 2 pairs of rectangular
headlights. It has the fuel injected 3.9 L 6 cylinder fuel injected 3F
engine and was available only with an automatic transmission in North America.
70 Series
The 70 series started production in 1985. The picture shows the
LX version with chrome wheels, chrome steps and grill, 'air ride' front
seats, and a folding rear bench seat. The 70 Series shares many features
of the late model 40 series except for the body style, the frame and drive-train
very similar. The BJ70 has the 3B 3.4L diesel. This version was not imported
to the United States, and Canada stopped importation of this version in
1987. The 70 series is equipped with power brakes, power steering, and
5 speed transmission. In Europe and Indonesia, the 70LC "Bandera" was produced
which had coil springs instead of the standard leaf springs, and the smaller
2L-T 2.3L turbo diesel engine. The newer models have a redesigned grill
and come with the 6 cylinder HZJ engine.
73 Series
These are commonly called the Mid Wheel Base (MWB) Cruisers. They
came out with the FRP (Fiber Reinforced Plastic) tops. They are about 12"
longer in the wheel base than the SWB 70's. Powerd by the 3F Gasoline engine,
or the 3B, the 13BT (basically a turbo 3B), and later the 1HZ (4.2L Diesel),
and the 1PZ (a 5 cylinder 3.5L version of the 1HZ). Some of these (gas
only) came with an optional 4 speed Automatic transmission. In Venezuela
this model is available with the 4.5 liter FZ Engine used in the 80 Series!
75 Series Troop Carrier
1985 saw the release of the 75 series Troopie with new body, 2H
diesel and 3F petrol engines, this model continued until 1990 with minor
changes, again and several after market companies provided "pop top" camper
conversions for this body. The main upgrade in 1990 was an increase in
engine performance, in 1993 the "RV" model was introduced with some "luxo"
options like 6 seats, 4 speaker AM/FM stereo cassette, extra sub tank,
cloth insert seats, front door pockets, power rear door lock. The 1HZ diesel
engine continued on and a new 1FZ-FE 4.5 liter petrol engine was introduced,
also 1993. Integrated Air Conditioning was also optional for the 75 series
troopies. The 75 series has been adapted for many roles, recreational,
mining, ambulances, armored money trucks, hire campers, extended custom
bodies for tour operators etc. The Defense Forces also use them extensively.
75 Series Pickup
This is the "pickup" truck version of the 70. The current model
70 series trucks have the 4.2l Six cylinder 1HZ Diesel. (Earlier models
had the 5 cylinder diesel 1PZ) This model is being imported into Canada
in small numbers for use in mines in northern Canada. These versions are
stripped versions with split rims and bench seats, and are not DOT certified
for on road use. They are modified with a crew cab in place of the box
to carry mine workers.
77 Series Wagon
This is an LJ77 light duty Land Cruiser. The light duty version
is known as the Land Cruiser II or in some countries as Bandera. The light
duty truck has coil springs instead of leafs, and is based on the 4-runner
chassis. This truck has the 2LT 2.4 Liter Turbo Diesel engine.
80 Series
Features coil spring suspension, full-time 4 wheel drive with locking
center differential and ABS brakes. First introduced in 1991, it was available
in North America with the 3F-E engine. In 1992 the the engine was replaced
by the 4.5 liter 6 cylinder 1FZ-FE engine, DOHC, 24 valves, and electronic
fuel injection. In South America, Europe and Australia it is available
with several other engine types including the 1HD-FT 4.1 liter Six-cylinder
in-line turbocharged direct-injection SOHC 4-valve turbo diesel engine.
Prado (90 Series)
The Prado (Challenger in Europe) will be a replacement for the
light duty (coil spring) version of the 70 series. The Prado, will be a
luxury model, with factory: full-time 4wd, IFS & rear coils, airbags,
4 discs, 215/80 on R16x6J rims, velour cloth interior, height adjustable
head lights (required in Germany/Belgium anyway). Empty weight 3 door:
1720kg, load 790, towing 2800. Empty weight 5 door: 1840kg, load 860, towing
2800. Two engines: 1-KZ-TE: inline 4cyl 3.0L turbo diesel, 96kW/130hp@3600rpm
& 295Nm@2000rpm (1Nm=1.5ft-lbs). ?: V6 3.4L, gasoline 190hp, the same
as goes into the Tacoma/FunRunner. This model will not be available in
North America.
100 Series
Successor to the 80 Series. This model was released in the 1998.
The USA version will be assembled in Californa, as will the Lexus LX470
with a 4.7L V8. It has also got a revamped 4.5L petrol straight six and
a 4.2L diesel straight six. The turbo diesel and Sahara models have been
dropped.
Lexus LX470
The LX470 is the upmarket luxury version of the 100 Series. It
has independent front suspension as does the 100 Series GXV, and has a
4.7L V8, pulled out and stretched from the LS400. It has such luxury feaures
like a firdge, 10 stack CD player and the list goes on and on.
Mega-Cruiser
4.1 Liter direct-injection intercooled turbo Diesel -- 4-speed
automatic transmission with lock-up clutch -- Full-time 4WD with 2 speed
transfer case -- 4-Wheel independent double wishbone suspension -- Front
& Rear Limited slip differentials with locks -- Axels with hub reduction
gears and 37" tires -- Minimum ground clearance 450 mm -- Counterphase
four wheel steering -- Turning radius 11.8 meters -- Rear tire air pressure
adjuster -- Inboard 4 wheel disc brakes.
Pics of my dad's FJ40
Here are some pics of my
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