Toyota Land Cruiser 70 series

When you want to Ride in Style with the Land Cruiser 70 Series Soft Top and do not want to compromise on the capabilities of off-roading this military spec Landcruiser can be the best bang for the buck.
The Land Cruiser 70 Series Soft Top provides the versatility that most off roaders can not offer. This particular series offers the perfect combination of rugged durability and luxurious design, making it the perfect choice for any adventure.

The 70 series is a fine example of how the requirements of a military use created a new segment that is a true off roader, a fashion statement and provides extreme ruggedness, we all know that Hummer vehicles are also loved for the road presence and immense safety vehicles and the family of hummers also is a a result of a military product that got popular in extreme condition testing’s and loved by public. The 70 series also is thought of belonging to the same military vehicle style and specifications where it is built for easy repairs and quick replacement of parts. Any driver with few years of experience can literally overhaul the vehicle with minimum resources and keep it going in toughest terrains.
But what exactly is the RKR that sets this vehicle apart from the rest? The RKR is a specialized military vehicle that is often associated with the Willys MB or similar models. Land Cruiser BJ70 Series Soft Top that provides maximum protection for your vehicle while off-roading. With the RKR, you can tackle even the toughest terrain with confidence, knowing that your vehicle is built to withstand anything that comes its way.
Please refer to this nomenclature that Toyota has explained quiet well for understanding the real BJ70 Soft top variants.

Toyota model code description

Toyota uses codes to distinguish between different features of its different Land Cruiser models. They are all part of the Toyota Land Cruiser Nomenclature. Each word and each letter has a different meaning.

Engine Family

HZ=1HZ
PZ=1PZ
B=3B, 13B-T
HD=1HD-FTE

Vehicle Type

J=Jeep / Off-road

Series

4=40-series
6=60-series
7=70-series
8=80-series
9=90-series

Wheel Base

0-2=Short Wheel Base or SWB
3-4=Middle Wheel Base such as LJ73
5-9=Long Wheel Base usually single cab like FJ75

Steering Wheel Position

L=Left Hand Drive
R=Right Hand Drive

Body Types

Blank=Soft Top
V=Hard Top, FRP Top
P=Pickup
Z=High Roof (applies only to 60-series)

Transmission Types

K=4-speed Manual – Floor
M=5-speed Manual – Floor
P=4-speed Automatic – Floor

Equipment Types

R=Standard
N=LX / GX
V=VX / RX / TX / ZX
G=TZ / RZ / VZ

Engine Types

Blank=Standard
X=Turbo
U=DOHC, Carburetor
K=DOHC, EFI
E=OHC, EFI

Package Model

Blank=Complete Model
3=Cab & Chassis Model

Region

Blank=General Export
W=Europe
Q=Australia
Y=Japan
K=Canada
A=USA
V=G.C.C.

So from above we can conclude that:

FJ70-R__KR

F=F series gasoline engine
J=Jeep/Off-road
7=70-series
0=SWB
R=Right-Hand-Drive
__ (Blank)=Soft Top
K=4-speed manual
R=Standard Equipment

BJ70-R__MR

B=B-series diesel engine
J=Jeep/Off-road
7=70-series
0=SWB
R=Right-Hand-Drive
__ (Blank)=Soft Top
M=5-speed manual
R=Standard Equipment

Specifically,

RKR=RHD, 4/MT, STD
RMR=RHD, 5/MT, STD

For a clear understanding of Toyota Landcruiser models , you can click here and punch in the chassis code. The system will decode the vehicle identity versions for you. https://www.toyodiy.com/parts/

Family Tree of Land Cruisers

An easy explanation of how the Toyota land cruisers evolved is shown in this family tree. The image has been taken from https://global.toyota/en/The most popular being the 40 series and then later the 70 series. The 70 series is still in production and in some countries the waiting time is in years to acquire a vehicle.

Why the BJ70 is a head turner ?

Toyota CEO had envisioned a new Land Cruiser without sacrificing any of its toughness or rigidity. Therefore the vehicle was outfitted with a strong ladder frame. The presence of rigid leaf springs made it robust and improved the load bearing capabilities. The body plates and panels were thickened by 1.0mm for more strength. What was kept from the 40-series was the theme of externally added fenders. It was also given modern features such as curved glass. There were two body types available, the short BJ70 (soft top and van), and the middle BJ73 (FRP top).

Because of limited options in the new series. The Chief Engineer Masaomi Yoshii introduced a complete overhaul in the design. The new production of the 70-series lead the Land Cruiser with a new generation.
Toyota Land Cruiser BJ70 came with a heavy duty frame and upgraded shackles. The B series diesel engines were mated with 5-speed manual transmission and a 1:2 transfer 4×4 case. The 4×4 had an immense torque output. The versatility of the soft top versions is more because the roof can be removed. The front screen folded down on the bonnet to give a clear view and excitement to over landers.

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Whether you’re exploring the great outdoors or navigating the urban jungle, the Land Cruiser 70 Series Soft Top is sure to turn heads wherever you go. So why settle for anything less? Upgrade to the Land Cruiser 70 Series Soft Top today and experience the thrill of off-roading. Send us a query on our easy to reach WhatsApp no and be in touch with a professional.