In regards to the TFL video comparison between the two Defenders and Gladiator, note that they are all modified for this rockhopping adventure. The '94 Deefer had a 3" lift with bigger than stock tyres, ie. usual mods for any live axle vehicle, as was the Gladiator. The new Defender with IFS and IRS is also modded with bigger tyres, but by using Johnson rods to create the lift, which really limit the amount of downward wheel travel when the bags are fully inflated. I think the new Defender would probably make a better showing by doing the same test again without the rods and just putting 35's on it (and eDiff), as it was designed to take 35's at a pinch just in case someone wanted to fit them (although not recommended). Either that or fit the "J Auston Fabrication" lift kits when they become available to allow fitment of bigger tyres, for the really silly stuff.
6inch lift kit avail for D5! 35's Anyone?
Life is just a series of obstacles preventing you from taking a nap.
Wheelbase is an issue in those situations and even tho they said it was a limitation of sorts ..it is an advantage on steep rocky tracks esp with sliders and lift included. Likewise lockers.
Really not a fair comparision at all.
PS many shortie Patrols have been extended to mid wheel base for exactly those reasons which greatly increases stability and traction. We have one here and there's a big improvement with an extra 30cm chassis length esp on tracks like the Burgoynes.
How is this,real Cool
Supercar Blondie - New Land Rover Defender First Edition! | Facebook
i recon this is their target market.
looks like this is Middle East.
Paul
D2,D2,D2a,D4,'09 Defender 110(sons), all moved on.
'56 S1,been in the family since...'56
Comes out of hibernation every few months for a run
TFL Tow test:
Cheers,
Sean
“Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former.” - Albert Einstein
Impressive.
Sort of reminds me of our D4 SC for towing..it just tows beautifully.
3.7 tonne towing in Europe...what is it here..3.5?
If so why?
3.7 would be a big attraction to buy one for modern weighty vans.
Good to see a half decent go off road:
Cheers,
Sean
“Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former.” - Albert Einstein
Tug of war video old vs new.
2016 D4 TDV6 Corris Grey
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2018 D5 TD6 SE Silicon Silver - gone
2011 D4 TDV6 2.7 Indus Silver - gone
IIDTool BT
Everyone’s favorite.... ;-)
DEFENDER REALITY CHECK. How can a 4WD score high on on-road ability but low as an off-roader? - YouTube
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