UK-based NP Aerospace has launched an upgraded version of the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 (LC300) tailored to meet NATO’s ballistic and blast protection standards. The new armored SUV combines rugged mobility with next-level protection, making it suitable for both military and peacekeeping missions in high-threat environments.
The revamped LC300 is the first armored vehicle proven to survive a two-meter side blast while still retaining its third-row passenger configuration—a significant breakthrough in armored vehicle safety. It successfully passed an extensive testing phase using life-size crash-test dummies, ensuring that the SUV provides exceptional occupant survivability under explosive and ballistic impacts.
Built for durability and ease of maintenance, the LC300 features a bolt-in armor design that enables faster assembly and upgrades, along with modular electrical systems to support long-term serviceability. The 4×4 vehicle, stretching five meters in length, can carry up to seven passengers and is powered by either a diesel or gasoline engine producing up to 415 horsepower. With a 10-speed gearbox, it reaches a top speed of 210 km/h and has a range exceeding 1,200 kilometers.
Beyond this model, NP Aerospace and Toyota’s Land Cruiser family have been adapted for a wide range of defense applications, including mine-resistant transport, special operations, armored troop movement, and counter-drone missions. The new LC300 reinforces NP Aerospace’s reputation as a global leader in armored vehicle innovation for NATO and allied forces.
