Toyota has highlighted the short-wheelbase (SWB) version of its iconic Land Cruiser 70 Series in a new video, featuring a convertible variant with a windshield that folds flat over the hood.
The feature is designed for ranchers, allowing farmhands to throw lassos directly from the vehicle while moving, according to Land Cruiser Chief Engineer Masaya Uchiyama.
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Three SWB Variants Showcased
The video, hosted by Toyota Racing driver Takamoto Miura and Uchiyama, presents three examples of the 70 Series SWB.
The first is a black narrow-body hardtop aimed at commercial use, riding on steel wheels with manual windows and basic vinyl trim.
The second is a wide-body hardtop in sand-toned paint, equipped with fender extensions, power windows, and a suede/leather interior with an infotainment screen.
The highlight is a soft-top convertible with a fold-down windshield.
It includes a roll-over protection structure and side bench seats in the rear, accommodating up to six or seven passengers.
Compact Dimensions and Off-Road DNA
The SWB model sits on a 2,310 mm (90.9 in) wheelbase, which is 120 mm shorter than Toyota's smallest European car, the Aygo X, and only 60 mm longer than the Suzuki Jimny's wheelbase.
Overall length is 4,235 mm (166.7 inches).
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Like other 70 Series models, the SWB uses a heavy-duty ladder-frame chassis with rigid live axles front and rear, coil springs up front, and leaf springs at the rear.
