4x4 Magazine Australia

SUPER TROOPER

VICTORIAN Scott Round wanted something different for his 70 Series LandCruiser build and forwent the common LC79 ute for a Troop Carrier with the works. In doing so, he created the first LC78 to be fitted with Marks 4WD portal axles, but that’s not all there is to his unique Troopy.

The venerable Troop Carrier is the 4x4 vehicle of choice for so many adventurous travellers due to it’s outback-proven heavy duty platform and the ability to accommodate a couple for selfsufficient remote-area touring. The Troopy body hasn’t changed much in 35 years, so there are a host of modifications and equipment you can get for them with some clever camper conversions done professionally and by enthusiasts.

The Troopy is also popular with surfers and it was this that attracted Scott to the

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