Bullet-proof armoured Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series revealed

A Canadian company focused on armoured vehicles and security equipment has taken the bullet-proof reputation of the Toyota LandCruiser to another level.

Joining a number of companies taking advantage of the VIP-status of the latest-generation off-roader, Inkas has developed a LandCruiser 300 Series with BR6 level protection.

This allows it to shield occupants from high-power assault rifles and even explosions from a pair of DM51 hand grenades.

Modifications to the standard LC300 body include; armour reinforcement to the engine bay, better defence for the vehicle battery and engine control module (ECU), strengthened suspension, a set of run-flat tyres, and armour protection for the vehicle’s entire cabin.

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Other adjustments comprise; heavier-duty brakes, emergency lights, a fire suppression system and fire extinguisher, heavy-duty wheels and an external public address (PA) system.

Under the bonnet, the armoured LandCruiser 300 Series includes the choice of three powertrains. These are: the stock naturally-aspirated 4.0-litre petrol V6, producing 202kW of power and 361Nm of torque, the 305kW/650Nm 3.5-litre twin-turbo petrol V6, and now-familiar 227kW/700Nm 3.3-litre twin-turbo diesel V6.

Primarily designed for LC300 examples bound for the Middle East, the armoured version can be added to any market-specific trim level.

Construction takes place in Canada – despite the recent discontinuation of the LandCruiser in the North American market – with final examples exported back to the country of origin.

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Inkas is one of many armoured vehicle companies developing a ballistic-rated LandCruiser 300, with US-based Alpine Armoring currently in the process of developing its own version.

SVI Engineering, a South African company, also revealed an armoured LC300 in September 2021.

Inkas is yet to confirm pricing for the armoured LandCruiser 300 Series, however, its price tag is likely to be as hefty as the shielded equipment it is fitted with.