As a typical model of medium and large SUVs, Toyota Land Cruiser has always been loved by consumers, especially those with off-road feelings. From the original Jeep to the Land Cruiser that appeared on the auto market today, it has always been known for its solidity and durability. If the prototype is counted, the Land Cruiser has a history of 68 years. There are many off-road vehicles of different ages. Everyone is willing to empty their wallets for it. Some people say that looking at a thing, first understanding its history can naturally explain its present, so now let’s take a look at the past and present of this model. Today we will talk about the LC55 series of the fourth-generation model of Rand Cruiser.
Fourth-generation models: LC50, 55 series
The listing cycle of FJ50 and 55 series is from 1967 to 1980. A member of the Land Cruiser family is the “Long Wheelbase Model”. The independence of this car was the “50 Models” that was born in 1967. I believe most people are familiar with this iconic body. It appears quite frequently in early Hollywood films. The body is mainly modified on the basis of LC40. Considering the practicality of space, LC50 has lengthened the tail box and adopted a design of 4 doors and 5 seats.
The “FJ55V”, which was originally developed on the basis of the 40 models, began to develop into the “F56V” with a 2F inline 6-cylinder 4230cc engine and a 4-stage gearbox in 1975, increasing its capacity. FJ55 is a fully enclosed 4-door model (Station Wagon, station wagon). The transmission system is based on FJ40, replacing the same 4-door FJ45V(I), with a longer wheelbase of 2700mm.
It is mainly designed for the American and Australian markets, and has the reputation of “Moose” in the United States. All such models sold in the U.S. do not have a tailgate, only electrically retractable tail windows. The significance of the FJ55 is that it is a real station wagon and opened up a branch of the Land Cruiser product line.
At that time, the Land Cruiser Series 55 was nicknamed “Banlu” by the Japanese, implying majesty, strength and incomparable sturdiness. The Japanese royal family is familiar with the study of nature. At that time, the royal villa in Nasu also purchased 55 series for the royal family to collect specimens in the wild. At the same time, the personalized body appearance is also one of its important features.
