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The Four Wheel Drive as a Sportsman's Vehicle with a Brief History of the Lightweight Four Wheel Drive in Japan
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Abstract
The prewar and wartime history of the lightweight four wheel drive in Japan and the postwar development originated since the Korean War are briefly explained. The features of the Japanese four wheel drive Toyota Land Cruiser as a sportsman's vehicle are discussed. The items discussed are mainly concerning mobility over rough terrain, namely, power, weight, and size. Such comfort and convenience items as riding, handling, and enclosure are described.