Your Land Cruiser Troopy specification sheet

The Toyota Land Cruiser Troopy is the perfect car for game viewing on safari. This Land Cruiser model has (up to) six window seats and a pop-up roof. These classic safari models are extremely powerful and reliable, and with no electronics, made for the bush. 

Read our specification sheet and know what to expect when renting a car from Roadtrip Africa.

Explore Kenya in your own Land Cruiser

Explore Kenya in your own Land Cruiser

Land Cruiser Troopy specifications

Please note that while our vehicles are well-maintained, they are not new. Features such as the audio system or A/C are not comparable to what you are used to in cars back home or in Southern Africa, where roads are smoother and rental vehicles are typically newer.

New Land Cruisers are not available for hire in Kenya. The classic Land Cruisers you see on safari can be up to twenty years old, but they are extremely powerful and reliable. With simple electronics and a robust design, these vehicles are made for lower travel on rough roads in the bush.

  • Model: Toyota Land Cruiser Hardtop 75/78.
  • Capacity: Six seats. So, if you travel with a driver-guide, your travel group can be a maximum of 5 people. When travelling with camping gear, the car can seat a total of four people. 
  • Gearbox: Manual.
  • Engine: 1HZ 6-cylinder engine.
  • Tank capacity: 2 x 80 litres.
  • Fuel: Diesel.
  • Fuel consumption: 7-8 km /L.
  • 4-Wheel Drive:  Yes. Instructions on engaging 4WD are included in the Driving in Kenya manual supplied with the car.
  • Spare tyres: 2.
  • Tyre pressure: Depending on the number of people and load, 40 PSI in the front and 45 PSI in the back. You don’t need to do anything further with this. The tyre pressure is well-adjusted. On the road, check the tyre pressure when refuelling. 
  • Speed restriction: Traffic police in Kenya are very strict about speed limits. To comply with the law, our Land Cruisers are restricted to 80 km/h.

The interior and tools

  • Pop-up roof: Yes. The pop-up roof can't be used when a rooftop tent is mounted.
  • Inverter: Yes, with a socket and USB ports (type A).
  • Dual battery (for fridge): No. Without a dual battery, the fridge only works when the engine is running.
  • Water tank: No.
  • A/C: No. The reason is that wiring and piping are sensitive and are affected by bumpy roads and dust. The knowledge and equipment to repair A/C are sadly not available in the field. During game drives, the pop-up roof will be open, providing natural airflow and ventilation. Otherwise, drive with your windows open.
  • Audio: Radio with USB and audio port. Bring your own audio cable (mini jack) to play music from your phone.
  • Boot/canopy: The boot is small. We recommend packing your luggage in soft duffel bags, as they are easier to handle than suitcases. If your travel group is six, you will store some bags between the seats inside the car. 
  • Rooftop tent: This vehicle can carry up to 2 rooftop tents and sleep up to 4 people (2 per tent) for an additional fee. Check the camp gear list here.
  • Tools: Wheel spanner, spade, towing rope, jumper cables, high-lift jack.
  • Extras: Roadmap and Driving in Kenya manual. Roadtrippers who book a tour receive a planned route with driving directions and tips along the way.
The interior and tools