- By Divanshi Sharma
- Wed, 01 Nov 2023 07:47 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Toyota Motors has introduced a specially curated Land Cruiser for the United Nations. The United Nations is a major user of Toyota Land Cruiser SUVs worldwide as they use various models like the civilian Land Cruiser 200, the Land Cruiser 300 and specially modified variants. The organization also uses the traditional Land Cruiser 70 series of SUVs in different body styles.
The specially designed Land Cruiser model for the United Nations is the Land Cruiser GDJ76 which is based on the Land Cruiser 70 SUV. The Land Cruiser GDJ76 has been manufactured by Toyota Gibraltar Stockholdings (TGS) which is known for customizing Toyota SUVs for special operations. The GDJ76 is set to replace the well-liked Land Cruiser HZJ76 which is based on the pre-facelift LC70 model.
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Land Cruiser GDJ76 - Appearance and Features
The Land Cruiser GDJ76 essentially the basic version of Land Cruiser 70 and is portrayed as a dependable, old-school SUV with a rugged ladder frame chassis, true four-wheel drive capabilities and robust steel wheels. While the Land Cruiser GDJ76 retains the simplicity of the Land Cruiser 70, it also offers some significant features such as power steering, air conditioning and optional heated and power windows. Additionally, the Land Cruiser GDJ76 has a seating capacity of up to 10 occupants, locking hubs and a snorkel for enhanced off-road performance. The Land Cruiser GDJ76 doesn't come equipped with a conventional infotainment system.
Land Cruiser GDJ76 - Engine
In terms of its powertrain, the GDJ76 is equipped with Toyota's 2.8-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine, known as the GD6. This is the same 2.8-liter engine that's used in the Fortuner SUV. This engine produces a power output of 201 bhp and is paired to a six-speed automatic transmission. Toyota claims that this engine is 30 percent more fuel-efficient compared to the inline-six diesel engine used in the previous specially modified Land Cruiser HZJ6. However, Toyota will continue to offer the HZJ6 until existing orders have been fulfilled.
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The Land Cruiser GDJ76 is not curated for individual customers and will be supplied in bulk specifically just to humanitarian agencies. It will be equipped with custom-designed cabins by TGS, tailored to the requirements of the organization placing the order. The options list also includes a made-to-order bulletproof version if necessary.
