Toyota History
A curated timeline of Land Cruiser evolution, the milestones that shaped it, and the stories worth revisiting.
Quick Facts
- •The BJ series launched in the early 1950s as Toyota's first 4x4.
- •The 40 series cemented the rugged reputation with a simple, durable platform.
- •The 80 series introduced full-time 4WD and a more refined cabin.
- •Later generations leaned into long-distance touring and luxury.
What You'll Find Here
Video walkthroughs, generation highlights, and hand-picked links to specs, timelines, and owner resources. This is the starting line for a deeper archive of Cruiser lore.
TimelinesGenerationsSpecsStories
Videos & Guides
Updated regularlyLand Cruiser Origins
VideoA quick look at the early BJ series and how the platform evolved.