From my perspective, the lovell gvm upgrade does not reduce the towing capacity, it remains at 3500kg. Torque converter lockup diesel performance tune gold. The solution for owners of toyota landcruiser 200 series for new or preowned used vehicles wagon vehicles, who have a need to carry loads to a gvm of 3800kg up from 3300kg standard gvm, while at the same time meeting the practical and documentary compliance requirements of work safety. The 200 series landcruiser is a large, powerful passenger wagon with extremely good off road and touring capabilities, frequently used for. The solution for ownersmanagers of toyota landcruiser 200 series wagon vehicles who have a need to tow to 4000kg up from 3500kg standard braked towing capacity, while at the same time meeting the practical and documentary compliance requirements of work safety, police licensing. Toyota s landcruiser 200 series and the nissan patrol are two iconic and very effective 4wds with massive reputations as topnotch towing wagons. This process ensures that your vehicle is gvm legal in all states of australia. Thank you for your thoughts on this ever evolving subject. The gvm upgrade with the increase in gcm will actually produce a safer situation with the 200 series toyota provided the van wont exceed 3500kg achieving a heavier weight in the towing vehicle would only go to make a safer towing combination and actually would. Hello guys, anyone able to share what their tare and gvm figures for their 80s are. Transmission lockup kits are available for toyota land cruiser 200 series, toyota prado and toyota hilux. Platinum series shock absorbers are a 46mm bore monotube shock absorber and feature threaded height adjustable front struts. This discussion will probably go on until the 200 series is replaced by toyota. In most 4wds, the majority of the added weight from accessories and load will be in the rear of the vehicle.
Toyota s big landcruiser gets even bigger for 2008, with the highlight of the new 200 series being a superb new 4. Payload, gvm, and what you need to know unsealed 4x4. With the exception of the large american trucks such as the ford f250350 or dodge ram 3500, its almost impossible for a family to tour whilst remaining below the standard gvm, particularly when towing. Unfortunately you cannot increase the maximum towing capacity over the manufacturers specifications just by doing a gvm upgrade, a towing upgrade is currently only available for the toyota 150 series prado and the 200 series landcruiser. Toyota land cruiser 200 series vs y62 nissan patrol 2020. Toyota landcruiser 200 series gvm upgrades federal and state compliance. A gvm upgrade ensures safety and legality, particularly when towing. Nov 04, 2017 only trainspotters will have noticed the minor updates to the toyota landcruiser 200 series along the way, and periodic price rises. Ironman 4x4 has received federal approval for its gvm upgrades increase of 650kg to suit the toyota landcruiser 200 series. Landcruiser 200 series gvm upgrades are now available. If you add the maximum braked towing weight 3500kg and the gvm 3350kg together you get 6850kg. The ironman 4x4 lc200 upgrade provides a massive payload increase of 650kg bringing gvm gross vehicle mass up to 4000kg. Ask your dealer for toyota genuine towbar capacity and availability details. Gvm rating of 3720kgs an increase in payload of 370 kgs.
The solution for ownersmanagers of toyota landcruiser 200 series wagon vehicles, who have a need to carry loads to a gvm of 3800kg up from 3300kg standard gvm, while at the same time meeting the practical and documentary compliance requirements of work safety, police licensing, insurance, lessors and fleet. King shocks 3800kg federally approved land cruiser 200 series gvm upgrade. Toyota landcruiser 200 gvm upgrade 3800kg lovells tjm. Update lovells gvm upgrade for landcruiser 200 series with the lovells gvm upgrade fitted, the rear of the cruiser sits nice and high. The only exception i am aware of if the 200 series toyota landcruiser pre dpf models. The lovells gvm upgrade kit can be fitted to vehicles with or without toyota s kdss kinetic dynamic suspension system. Unladen or kerb weight appears to be more realistic in terms of the vehicle being ready to drive, and often includes an assumed mass of driver. Toyota landcruiser 200 series gvm upgrades federal and state compliance the solution for ownersmanagers of toyota landcruiser 200 series wagon vehicles, who have a need to carry loads to a gvm of 3800kg up from 3300kg standard gvm, while at the same time meeting the practical and documentary compliance requirements of work safety, police licensing, insurance, lessors and fleet. Toyota land cruiser 200 series to get the case study underway, we have chosen two popular 4x4s toyotas 200series land cruiser and.
Unsealed 4x4 ironman 4x4 toyota landcruiser 200 series gvm. Ive been doing a bit of research and i see that the figures seem to vary a bit between models and markets and just random variations. Our gvm kit complies with dotars and australian regulations. Toyota 200 series 3800kg gvm upgrade west coast suspensions. One of the first options we had fitted to the landcruiser was the lovells gvm upgrade. Toyota landcruiser 200 series certified gvm rating of 3720 kgs. Apr 21, 2016 sadley the 100 series landcruiser is not in this equation. We are pleased to announce that we have received federal approval for gvm upgrades to suit toyota landcruiser 200 series. Gvm upgrade solutions for toyota landcruiser 200 series 09. Gvm upgrade solutions for toyota landcruiser 200 series 092007. We ensure that the increase in a vehicles gvm following the fitment of a complete suspension system meets the minimum adr safety requirements. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Thanks, piers it seems tare is literally the vehicle weight with no fluids, spare wheels etc.
Also the older and newer 80s have different values, i guess related to. The basic package remains the same, which is why the cruiser continues to sell strongly around 12,000 in australia in 2016. Additional basic optional equipment and two or three adult male occupants will bring the vehicle close to its legal maximum weight gvm in many cases. Toyota 200 series gvm uprade ape springs ape suspension. Now theres no denying the 200 series is a large, heavy vehicle and when installing equipment and accessories for dedicated longterm travel, the kegs soon add up. The usable payload of many 4x4 vehicles today is minimal. Toyota landcruiser 200 series if you own a toyota landcrusier 200 series and carry or tow loads for work or pleasure, then pedders has a gvm upgrade solution for you. We have a bullbar and drawers and by the time we added our weight, recovery gear, water, fridge and tools etc and then the towball weight we were over the limit. We have a 2004 100 series landcruiser which has a payload of only 605 kg and this has to include the ball weight of the van. Upgrade your land cruiser gvm from factory 3300kg to 3800kg or 4000kg with the platinum series. Prior to having the lovell gvm upgrade to our 2011 landcruiser, i too did a lot of research. The solution for ownersmanagers of toyota landcruiser 200 series wagon vehicles who have a need to tow to 4000kg up from 3500kg standard braked towing capacity, while at the same time meeting the practical and documentary compliance requirements of work safety, police licensing, insurance.
Toyota landcruiser lc200 wagon 1107 on build datebtc upgrades federal and state compliance the solution for ownersmanagers of toyota landcruiser 200 series wagon vehicles who have a need to tow to 4000kg up from 3500kg standard braked towing capacity, while at the same time meeting the pra. Feb 15, 2017 in this video we share steps of a lovells gvm upgrade fitted by our accessory department all four x 4 offroad. The factory braked tow capacity on the 200 series landcruiser can be upgraded from 3500kg to 4000kg. Starting with a standard 200 series landcruiser wagon, dmw create the complete vehicle package. Compare prices of all toyota land cruisers sold on carsguide over the last 6 months. All 200 series 3800kg gvm kits will be supplied with certification and instructions on how to implement your gvm upgrade approval. Update lovells gvm upgrade for landcruiser 200 series. But you pay for the privilege, and by the time you get to the vx and sahara, youre looking at seriously expensive machines. We have 245 toyota land cruiser vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 155 1owner cars, and 225 personal use cars. As is the case with many other large wagons, andrew anticipated his vehicle, fullyequipped and ready to travel, would be over its gvm. Lovells suspension for the ride of your life company. Gvm land cruiser 200 series diesel performance tune gold. Landcruiser 200 series dual cab ute conversion by dmw. Lovells gvm suspension upgrades by the experts at tjm.
Apr 01, 2020 ironman 4x4 has received federal approval for its gvm upgrades increase of 650kg to suit the toyota landcruiser 200 series. The solution for ownersmanagers of toyota landcruiser 200 series wagon vehicles, who have a need to carry loads to a gvm of 3800kg up from 3300kg standard gvm, while at the same time meeting the practical and documentary compliance requirements of work safety, police licensing, insurance, lessors and fleet managers. Use our free online car valuation tool to find out exactly how much your car is worth today. Landcruiser 200 series dual cab ute conversion by dmw industries. Dont forget to grab a new gasketwasher for the sump plug.
Gvm is the total permissible combined weight of the vehicle, including occupants, fuel and cargo. Aug 08, 2016 update lovells gvm upgrade for landcruiser 200 series with the lovells gvm upgrade fitted, the rear of the cruiser sits nice and high. That particular vehicles gcm is taken to be gvm or gross vehicle mass plus maximum towing capacity. Toyota landcruiser 200 series braked towing upgrade to 4000kg. Not only can the gvm be increased on the toyota landcruiser 200 series, but the braked towing capacity can also be increased from 3500kg to 4000kg. A full oil and oil filter change in the landcruiser 200 requires 9. Gvm upgrade 200 series landcruiser with lovells suspension. From the toyota factory, the 200 series only has a payload of 610kgs. Lc200 gvm upgrade 3800kg 7300kg gcm lovells carrum. Our new vehicle gvm upgrades are only granted by the federal department of infrastructure and transport after detailed tests have been carried out by old man emu engineers. They have a gvm from the factory of 3,350kg and a curb weight of 2,705kg vx turbodiesel model, leaving a payload of 645kg. In the case of the land cruiser 200, toyota has specified a front axle load of 1630kg and a rear axle load of 1950kg, giving a total of 3580kg.
View toyota land cruiser 200 specifications, including dimensions and weight, engine range and performance, fuel consumption etc. I dont want to tow 4000kg, i just want the buffer zone of 100 or so. This is 230kg over the land cruisers gvm of 3350kg, so it allows a little uneven loading of the axles without exceeding the gvm. Our community has been around for many years and pride ourselves on offering unbiased, critical discussion among people of. Toyota land cruiser 200 series gvm upgrade overview lovells ssm federal compliance. Once the approved suspension system and gvm upgrade compliance plate has been fitted to your vehicle by an authorised old man emu installer, it can be registered according to its new, increased gvm. May 31, 2016 lets take a 200 series landcruiser as an example. Toyota landcruiser 200 series v8 torque lockup kit. Every vehicle that comes into this country will have a gcm figure on its compliance plate. Gvm and gcm upgrades whether youre tackling corrugated roads, rough terrain, or planning to tow a caravan across the country, you cant go past tjm 4. Indeed the 200 series remains a mighty machine and one that continues to deliver supreme onroad refinement and comfort as well as excellent offroad capability. Gvm land cruiser 200 series diesel performance tune. Yes this is certainly the case, and the braked towing capacity increase is ssm approved.
If you own a 200 series land cruiser prado or hilux. But how do they fare, each towing almost three tonnes, in a oneonone faceoff on the road and off of it. In the case of the toyota 200series, theres an additional 300kg with a full 180litre longrange diesel tank, twinwheel carrier and drawers. Landcruiser 200 king off the road toyota australia. There are links below to buy each oil on ebay, or they are available at any decent supplier such as supercheap, autobarn or repco. Ironman 4x4 toyota landcruiser 200 series gvm upgrade. The gvm upgrade with the increase in gcm will actually produce a safer situation with the 200 series toyota provided the van wont exceed 3500kg achieving a heavier weight in the towing vehicle would only go to make a safer towing combination and actually would be the opposite to your tail wagging the dog situation.
Landcruiser 200 series lovells 4000kg towing upgrade. Additional basic optional equipment and two or three. Does increasing my gvm also increase my gcm or my towing capacity. Find the best toyota land cruiser for sale near you. Based on thousands of real life sales we can give you the most accurate valuation of your vehicle. Landcruiser 200 series dual cab conversion the ultimate dual cab 4x4 ute. The platinum series come with a 4 year 100,000km warranty. This enables the operator to legally carry 450kg over the factory stipulated gvm. Toyota landcruiser 200 series gvm upgrade ironman 4x4. Land cruiser 200 series oe gvm 3300kg 3350kg btc 3500kg gcm 6000kg. Read more about the toyota landcruiser 200 series braked towing capacity upgrade here.
Used toyota land cruiser for sale with photos carfax. Gvm upgrade toyota 200 series landcruiser statewide 4x4. Toyota landcruiser 200 series gvm upgrade the solution for owners of toyota landcruiser 200 series for new or preowned used vehicles. The solution for owners of toyota landcruiser 200 series for new or preowned used vehicles wagon vehicles, who have a need to carry loads to a gvm of 3800kg up from 3300kg standard gvm, while at the same time meeting the. Unsealed 4x4 payload, gvm, and what you need to know. I found food bazaar supermarkets on old olivette road buncombe asheville.
Being a 200 series owner, with a lovells gvm upgrade, i can hardly wait for the towing capacity to be upgraded. My nephew seven year marcelo and leslie they actually adore play, what makes it all forum members we transmit news about toyota landcruiser 200 gvm. Toyota landcruiser lc200 wagon 1107 on build date btc upgrades federal and state compliance. Toyota landcruiser cars for sale in australia carsales. And thats without a single can or bottle of your favourite tipple. Increase the loadcarrying capability of your 4wd with a tjm gvm plus upgrade. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. If you have a lovells 3800kg gvm upgrade fitted you are eligible to increase your braked towing capacity. Lovells gvm 3800kg upgrade lovells gvm 4000kg upgrade platinum series.