LANDCRUISER 4x4 (HZJ78) 6 seats, diesel LHD hard-top
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LANDCRUISER 4x4 (HZJ78) 6 seats, diesel LHD hard-top
Definition
Multi-purpose, all-terrain diesel vehicle intended for transporting passengers (facing forwards) and goods, for 6 (up to 10) passengers; slightly less versatile than the 78 series (for example no stretcher patients allowed).
- LHD (left-hand drive): steering wheel on the left-hand side for driving on the right, as in continental Europe
- RHD (right-hand drive): steering wheel on the right-hand side for driving on the left, as in the UK
Specifications
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All hardtop Toyota HZJs are sent with the MSF standard modifications described in the KTRAKMOD7HT kit (see Guide of kits).
General specifications
- Maximum payload 800 kg
- Power steering
- 6 forward-facing seats, including the driver (+ 4 inward-facing jump seats at rear, without seat belts)
- 5 doors
- Front headrests
- Hinged rear windows (cargo area)
- White bodywork
Accessories
- Raised air intake (snorkel)
- Lockable fuel cap
- Fire extinguisher 1 kg
- Mono AM radio
- Front towing eye
- Rear towing hook
- Roof-rack on reinforced roof
- Air-conditioned
Maintenance & repairs
- Spare parts catalogue (English, French, Spanish)
- Repair manual (English)
- On-board tool kit and jack
Engine
- Tropicalized diesel (1HZ)
- High altitude compensator
- Fuel pre-filter
- Average fuel consumption: 12 litres/100 km
- Fuel tank 90 l / upgradable to 166 l (for this option consult your technical department)
Transmission
- 5-speed manual gearbox
- 4x2 or 4x4
- Limited slip rear differential
- Full floating rear axle
Suspension
- Front: coil springs
- Rear: leaf springs
Brakes and wheels
- Front: ventilated disc brakes
- Rear: drum brakes
- Tyres: Dunlop Qualifier 750R-16 with tube
Electricity
- Battery: 75 Ah, 12 V
Instructions for use
Supplied with owner's manual and workshop manual.
Vehicles supplied by MSF are provided with a logbook and a folder. If your supplier is not MSF, a logbook and folder should be ordered separately (see "Related Articles" below).
You are recommended to order a maintenance module (10 services) when you order the car, unless it is intended for a locality with an existing workshop and spare parts stock.
Caution
MSF rule = "one locally hired driver per car".
The 4 inward-facing jump seat are intended to be used in emergency situation only. Not meant to transport people in a regular basis.
MSF requirements
Very good quality/price ratio, rugged and easy to maintain.
Increased passenger safety and comfort due to forward-facing seats.
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