Land Rover is the world´s leading four-wheel drive specialist and Defender is our most capable off-roader. Admired for its brilliant simplicity, unrivalled strength and legendary ability, it´s an unbeatable combination of Land Rover tradition, proven development and the latest, most dependable technology.
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Full-time four-wheel drive
Permanent four-wheel drive ensures power is sent to all four wheels continuously, whether you´re on-road or off. Because there´s no need to switch between two-wheel and four-wheel drive when conditions change, Defender always remains sure-footed and unstoppable.
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Class-leading approach and departure angles
Defender is capable of tackling a gradient of 45 degrees, an approach angle of up to 50 degrees, a departure angle of 53 degrees and a ramp break-over of up to 155 degrees. And with a wading depth of 500mm (20"), Defender gives its driver both confidence and control. |
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Dual-range transfer box
Whether Defender is towing, climbing or driving off-road, control of engine Torque is provided through a robust dual-range transfer box. This gives drivers more control and the flexibility of ten forward and two reverse gears. |
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Locking centre differential
When confronting difficult off-road driving conditions, the centre differential can be locked, preventing differential action and forcing power to be split equally between each axle. This gives the ultimate Traction over loose ground, mud, ice or snow. |
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Powerful, flexible Td5 diesel engine
At Defender´s heart is the powerful Td5, 2.5 litre diesel engine, specifically tuned for off-road capability. With a Torque of 300Nm at 1950 rpm, it not only performs superbly in its class but actually out-performs many larger capacity diesel engines. |
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Appropriate Throttle Response
Under normal road conditions when instant throttle response is desirable, the Td5 engine uses a Fast Throttle Control (FTC) setting where most of the engine´s power is accessible in the first 30 per cent of pedal travel. When low range is selected, however, the throttle reverts to a long travel setting to allow the gentle application of off-road power. |
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Electronic Traction Control (ETC)
Standard on Defender XS and optional on other models, ETC applies a braking force to any wheel found to be accelerating more quickly than the others. Power is therefore redistributed to the wheels with most Traction, giving improved grip. |
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
If any significant difference between wheel speeds is detected during heavy braking, the four-channel Anti-lock Braking System automatically reduces the braking force applied to that wheel, allowing the driver to retain control. ABS is standard on Defender XS and optional on other models. |
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Long-travel suspension
Defender´s robust, long-travel suspension allows its wheels the articulation needed to negotiate rocks and ruts while maintaining maximum Traction. |
