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ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 5:33 +0000
by Hilux Max
Was just browsing the artic trucks website and wetting myself in the process and thought Id share this with you all....

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The 6X6 version is similar to the 4X4 version but with double load capacity and greatly improved towing ability. The new drive line of the 6X6 has been designed to keep the exceptional reliability already known. The rear axles are designed to use as much as possible the same components for simpler service. With the 6X6 drive the towing ability is very good. It can carry enourmous loads over hard terrain. It is designed for reliabilty and not speed. For that reason the engine, gearbox transfer case and other parts are similar to the already legendary Hilux AT44. Large fuel capacity (up to 400L in tanks) and carrying capacity give extreme range. It can be outfitted with a trailer. The Hilux is offered in Double, single or X-cab configuration. The length of the cargo space is from 2,3m up to 3,5m for the single cap setup. This gives possibility of fitting the Hilux with all kinds of equipment, cargo box or whatever suitable. It can also be had with flat bed of load. The off-road load capacity of the Hilux AT44 6X6 is up to 3000kg.

Toyota Hilux 6X6 conversion can be offered in AT33, AT35, AT38 and AT44 versions.


# Engine: 3,0L Diesel common rail 126Kw/3600rpm/360Nm
# Filtration: Extra heavy duty fuel and air filtration
# Gearbox: 5 speed automatic or 5 speed manual
# Transfer case: Part time High and low range (2.566:1 in low)
# Crawler gear (2.566:1 in low)
# Differential locks: 100% front and both rear axles
# Brakes front/rear: Disc/drum/drum
# Tyres front/rear: 44x18.50/15
# Rim: Arctic Trucks 15x16 rim
# Suspension front/rear: Coil/coil/coil
# Length: 6.365 mm
# Width: 2.300 mm
# Height: 2.145 mm
# Wheelbase: 3.125mm/1200mm
# Ground clearance: 480mm under belly (min 370mm)
# Fuel tank: 80L, optional 80L (or 250L)
# Compressed air: Large integrated tank volume and waterproof compressor.
# EL: 12V generator 960W
# Power outlets as requested


I find it interesting that they dont mention anything about diff gears....one would assume that you would always be using either the Crawler gears of the factory low range almost all the time!

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Video of 6x6 in action here --> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TV7gq_AiaXA&feature=player_embedded

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Sat, 17 Apr 2010 6:20 +0000
by premier
that looks awesome

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 4:54 +0000
by jamiecracker
wow

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 5:31 +0000
by ultimate
That's impressive. Great find

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 8:43 +0000
by Jack S
comming to AUS when?

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 8:49 +0000
by UAV
found this that i thought was interesting aswell.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZiThu1J ... re=related

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 8:13 +0000
by Triggy03
UAV wrote:found this that i thought was interesting aswell.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZiThu1J ... re=related



I reckon that's how Mmaaxx's garage would look on weekends! :D

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 8:22 +0000
by Beach Lux
This site is killing me...
31's ,a two inch lift and a new air filter, awesome, just doesn't seem to cut it after watching stuff like that.
And I haven't even done those yet...

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Sun, 18 Apr 2010 9:01 +0000
by Hilux Max
Triggy03 wrote:
UAV wrote:found this that i thought was interesting aswell.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZiThu1J ... re=related



I reckon that's how Mmaaxx's garage would look on weekends! :D



Only in my dreams......I wish :cry:

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Sat, 17 Jul 2010 7:35 +0000
by unit_01
I want one! :(

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Sun, 18 Jul 2010 5:43 +0000
by fridgie
Geez :?
You guys will do anything to try and beat a Triton :lol: :lol:

Awesome beast you found there :shock:

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Wed, 23 Mar 2011 5:47 +0000
by channy
Toyota Teams Up With Arctic Trucks In South Africa

http://sacarfan.co.za/tag/arctic-trucks-prado/

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Wed, 23 Mar 2011 9:25 +0000
by Hilux Max
Thanks for the link Channy 8-)

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Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) and Arctic Trucks – the legendary converters of Hilux and other Toyota products – have signed an agreement to convert six South African built Hilux pick-ups for use in Antarctica.

Of these vehicles, two will undergo full AT44 conversions (see specifications below). Another two will be converted to AT44 specification, but with full 6×6 configuration. These four Hilux vehicles will operate as back up vehicles in the gruelling Antarctic Ski Challenge to the south pole, to be held at the end of the year as part of the Extreme World Races series. The fifth Hilux, also to AT44 specification, will be built for the Indian National Centre Antarctic and Ocean Research, while Hilux number six will be built to AT38 specification.


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These Hilux models boast with several world firsts, having driven thousands of kilometres to both poles, not least as part of the BBC’s Top Gear expedition to the magnetic North Pole. An Arctic Trucks Hilux was also the first to drive over the entire ice shelf in Greenland, while many Arctic Trucks Hilux models do thankless service as backup and support vehicles for major scientific, climbing, skiing, hiking and rescue missions. The vehicles have been chosen as back up vehicles for the various Antarctic missions due to its proven durability as the only approved pick-up for use on this continent. Its large tyres offer the same abilities as traditional track driven ice vehicles, but with a CO2 footprint that is a margin of the more traditional modes of ice transport.



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Hilux and other Toyota vehicles with the hallowed AT-name soon proved popular with adventurers, scientists, overland enthusiasts and even companies that operate in harsh conditions for its ability to go virtually anywhere and, more importantly, endure trip after trip without the need for major mechanical overhauls.

One can easily identify an AT Hilux by the ride height, flared wheel arches and large tyres, with the tyre size being the cue for the different model names. AT conversions are done on all Hilux versions, including the double, single and extended cab versions. All AT Hilux models are fitted with running boards and brackets, a fire extinguisher, torque wrench and a first aid kit.



AT35
Sporting 35-inch tyres, flared wheel arches and a suspension raised by 40 mm, the AT35 is a popular choice amongst hunters, 4×4 enthusiasts, farmers and park rangers across the world. The 35 x 12.5 R15 tyres are fitted to 15 x 10 wheel rims and are key to greater off road capabilities, a softer ride, higher seating and, thanks to the tyres that can be deflated for soft sand or snow, better traction off the beaten track.



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AT38
This is the version that transported the BBC Top Gear team to the magnetic North Pole and took some beating at the hands of Jeremy Clarkson. Fitted with Toyota’s 3.0 D-4D diesel engine with a power rating of 126 kW and 360 Nm, the AT38 Hilux rides on 38 x 15.5 R15 tyres and 15 x 12.5 rims. The AT38 can be ordered with either an automatic or manual gearbox, and can be fitted with a heavy duty suspension. Heavy duty differential locks on both axles can be ordered, while the fuel tank can be expanded by 55 litres (for a combined 110 litres) or to 160 litres (two 80 litre fuel tanks). Other added extras include a compressed air tank with waterproof compressor, an extra heavy duty dual air filtration system, a 24V generator and more power outlets, as requested. Ground clearance is 420 mm under the vehicle’s belly (minimum of 300 mm).



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AT44
The grand daddy designed for the harshest conditions is the AT44. This is the vehicle that drove from the Novo airbase on Antarctica to the South Pole and back in 2008/09. The AT44 rides on 15 x 16 rims with massive 44 x 18.5 R15 tyres. These large wheels can be deflated to allow the AT44, with 1.5 ton carrying capacity, to traverse ultra-soft ground surfaces. The vehicle can be ordered with manual or automatic gearbox, while the transfer case is fitted with a trawler gear offering a 5.132:1 ratio in low range. The AT44 can be fitted with two 80 litre fuel tanks or with a combination of 135-litre and 55-litre tanks for a total capacity of 190-litres. An Arctic Truck trailer can be fitted that will offer as much as 1 350-litres of fuel to be carried with the vehicle. Ground clearance is a cavernous 480 mm under the vehicle’s belly (minimum of 360 mm). The AT44 is fitted with 100% differential locks on both axles and a heavy duty suspension. As with the AT38 the AT44 offers a compressed air tank with waterproof compressor, an extra heavy duty dual air filtration system, as well as a 24V generator.



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6×6
This specialist machine offers the same features as any of the AT-models, but with a much longer load bay, especially when ordered as single cab. Off road carrying capacity is 3 tonnes and the fuel capacity can be stretched to 400-litres. The 6×6 can be ordered with any of the AT-conversions and is powered by the same 3.0 D-4D. Rear brakes are drums on both axles and coil spring suspension is used on all wheels. The 6×6 is 6.365 mm long and offers 100% differential locks on all axles


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Heres an image care of DUTE of a South African Hilux that no doubt has some of the Artic Truck Influence in it-
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Thanks Pete.

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Wed, 23 Mar 2011 11:52 +0000
by UAV
OMFG ^^^^

Where do i sign

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:00 +0000
by Jack S
That TJM lux certainly does look awesome!! :twisted:

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Wed, 23 Mar 2011 5:20 +0000
by helmut79
UAV wrote:OMFG ^^^^

Where do i sign


x 2

Seen the light mate :lol: :lol: :lol:

ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Wed, 23 Mar 2011 5:38 +0000
by KTM525EXC
Awesome!! I wonder what the price tag would be

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Wed, 23 Mar 2011 5:51 +0000
by helmut79
KTM525EXC wrote:Awesome!! I wonder what the price tag would be


Most of your vital organs, your left nut plus your first born and 15% of your earning for the rest of your life........... :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Wed, 23 Mar 2011 6:15 +0000
by KTM525EXC
helmut79 wrote:
KTM525EXC wrote:Awesome!! I wonder what the price tag would be


Most of your vital organs, your left nut plus your first born and 15% of your earning for the rest of your life........... :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:


:lol: yep that's what I thought :lol: so in other words not in my lifetime..... I wonder if the GF wouldn't mind living in a lux ;)

Re: ARTIC HILUX 6x6

PostPosted: Wed, 23 Mar 2011 6:24 +0000
by helmut79
I wonder if the GF wouldn't mind living in a lux


Ask her I dare you............ :lol: :lol: :lol: