The Land Rover Series / Defender is globally revered as a definitive milestone in automotive history. Featuring a 2.25L - 3.5L Rover V8 / Diesel delivering 70 - 134 HP, it achieved an illustrious legacy of the indomitable go-anywhere explorer.

Technical Specifications

Key Highlights

• Lightweight rustproof Birmabright aluminum body
• Used by humanitarian, military and safari teams globally
• Continuous 68-year production run of continuous ruggedness

Development History & Cultural Legacy

The development of the Land Rover Series / Defender (1948 - 2016) represents a watershed moment for Land Rover and the automotive industry. Engineered in United Kingdom during the 1900-1940s, this machine pushed the boundaries of speed, styling, and engineering. Its 2.25L - 3.5L Rover V8 / Diesel paired with a 5-speed manual with Low-Range allowed it to reach 130 km/h with breathtaking acceleration (16.0s 0-100 km/h). Over the decades, it won countless accolades, inspired generations of drivers, and permanently cemented its reputation as a world-renowned icon.