1982 HJ47RV
Toyota
Vehicle History
Australian Norforce (North-West Mobile Force) HJ47 Troopy - This vehicle represents the original vehicle of choice for the Australian Norforce (North-West Mobile Force) and is one of 215 built. The Norforce is an infantry regiment of the Australian Army Reserve. Formed in 1981, the regiment is one of three Regional Force Surveillance Units (RFSUs) employed in surveillance and reconnaissance of the remote areas of Northern Australia. It consists of a regimental headquarters, four surveillance squadrons, and an operational support squadron and training squadron.
History
After achieving an international reputation with the J2/J3, Toyota embarked on a redesign process that resulted in an iconic look that would define Land Cruiser for the next two decades. Initially, the J4 offered a slightly different wheelbase than the previous production model.
By the end of the production run, the J4 models boasted four different wheelbase lengths. There was a “short” length, similar to the original model and typically sporting a soft top. The “medium” model was used for a short-lived station wagon model that was replaced by a different model after a few years. The “long” wheelbase model also had a short life as it was supplanted by the wildly popular “super long” wheelbase. The “super long” started out as a troop transport, but became popular in rural areas throughout Africa, Australia, the Americas and Asia, where they were used for camping, public transportation, and more. Most people who fell in love with the Land Cruiser fell in love with a J4.
Specs
Year: 1982
Model: HJ47RV-KCQ
VIN: HJ47022500
Color: CAMOUFLAGE
Transmission: 4F
Odometer: 245,853 km
Production Date: NOV-82
Market: AUS
Condition: MILITARY CONVERSION
Gallery
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