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Land Rover DEFENDER 147

Land Rover, long known for its innovation and ability in building 4x4 vehicles, continues this tradition with the introduction of the DEFENDER 147 High Capacity Station Wagon. Responding to customer demand for a specific vehicle tailored to transport up to 13 people. Land Rover Special Vehicles has produced the DEFENDER 147 that addresses this need without sacrificing the legendary qualities of its stablemates. Built to Land Rover's exacting engineering standards, this vehicle carries the same 3 year unlimited mileage warranty as offered on other Land Rover models.

With a choice of seating patterns and a host of optional extras available, the 147 can be tailored to meet the specific needs of the operator; whether it be game lodge owners, tour operators or even families. So whether your application is commercial or recreational, the DEFENDER 147 will prove to be ideal for your situation.

STANDARD SPECS AND FEATURES FOR DEF 147

Standard Specifications and Features
Chassis Heavy duty, anti-corrosion treated
Suspension Front: Live beam axle, dual rate coil springs, telescopic hydraulic dampers, panhard rod
Rear: Live beam axle, single rate coil springs, telescopic hydraulic dampers, A-frame, co-axial helper springs
Wheel & tyres Heavy duty steel 16"; Michelin XZL 750x16(off -road utility)
Brakes Servo assisted front and rear disc brakes
Steering Power assisted, worm and roller (AdwestVaramatic)
Engine 300Tdi 4 cylinder Storm Td5 5 cylinder
2,5 litre turbo diesel 2,5 litre intercooled turbo diesel
mechanical direct injection direct injection
Max power 83kw @ 4000rpm 90kw @ 4200rpm
Max torgue 265Nm @ 1800rpm 300Nm @ 1950rpm
Transmission & Drivetrain Permanent 4x4, 5 speed manual, low range, centre diff lock
Fuel tank 75 litre
Fuel economy 12,7 litres/100km @ 100km/h 11,5 litres/100km @ 100km/h
Vehicle weight Gross: 3500kg; kerb (full tank+75kg driver): 2470kg; Payload: 1030kg
Maximum axle Front: 1580kg: Rear: 2200kg
Towing capacity Unbraked: 750kg; Over-run brakes: 3500kg; Coupled braking: 4000kg
Terrain aspects Turning radius (wall to wall): 9,4m; Ramp break-over angle: 158; Wading depth: 500mm
Seating capacity Luxury: 6 (Bucket Seats); Maximum: 13 (See variations)
Comfort & Convenience Air-conditioner, radio/tape, immobiliser, alarm, rev counter, carpet floor covering, cloth seats, drop plate, towball and electrics
Warranty 3 year unlimited mileage (South African Customs Union)
 
Optional Equipment & Variations
Left hand drive; roof hatch(es); interior loadspace bulkhead; interior spare wheel attachment; additional air-conditioner; dual battery system; approved detachable refrigerator (29 to 39 litre capacity); roof rack; seating variations; canvas seat covers; any Land Rover accessories.

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