Armored Lexus LX with extended wheelbase by TRASCO, front three-quarter view

Armored Lexus LX with extended wheelbase by TRASCO: rear compartment with three rows of seats

Armored Lexus LX with extended wheelbase by TRASCO: partition wall with window and monitor

Armored Lexus LX with extended wheelbase by TRASCO: rear seats with curtains

01 / 03

Wheelbase extended by 30 cm

Armored Lexus LX Extended Wheelbase

Luxury with a longer wheelbase: TRASCO extends the Lexus LX by 30 cm for additional space in the rear and the option of a partition wall between front and rear passengers.

Protection levels VR7 (formerly B6) to VR9 according to VPAM-BRV · up to STANAG 4569, Level 2 · LHD & RHD

Wheelbase: +30 cm Engineered and manufactured by TRASCO in Bremen
Protection: VR7 (formerly B6) Up to STANAG 4569 level 2, VPAM VR7 to VR9
Base vehicle: LX 600 Current generation, LX 570 as proven program
Partition wall: Optional Separation between front and rear compartment
Steering: LHD · RHD Both versions available
Origin: Made in Germany Engineered and armored by TRASCO in Bremen

Protection concept

A fully armored passenger cell

The extended LX uses the proven TRASCO protection architecture: an armoring cage with A, B and C pillars and overlaps integrated into the passenger cell, closed by laminated ballistic glass from European glass manufacturers.

Critical systems are protected as well: self-sealing fuel tank, one or two armored batteries and an armored engine control unit. Door arresters and hinges are reinforced and mounted directly to the armoring cage, and an underbody protection panel against two DM51 hand grenades is available.

Armoring concept of the extended Lexus LX by TRASCO: armoring cage, ballistic glass and protected components

Tap a number on the vehicle for details.

Armoring cage with A, B and C pillars and overlaps integrated in the passenger cell
Special quality laminated safety glass produced by European glass manufacturers
1 or 2 armored batteries
Self-sealing fuel tank
Underbody protection panel against 2× DM51 grenades (optional)
Heavy-duty wheels designed for a load capacity of 1,600 kg
Reinforced door arresters and door hinges, directly mounted to the armoring cage
Gas springs, new door stops
Armored engine control unit

The program

Two generations, one extended program

TRASCO builds the extended-wheelbase Lexus for both generations of the LX. The program continues on the current LX 600, while the proven LX 570 conversion remains in service worldwide.

Current generation

Lexus LX 600, Extended Wheelbase

The extended program is available for the current Lexus LX 600, the new generation of the LX on the GA-F platform, armored by TRASCO in protection levels VR7 (formerly B6) up to STANAG 4569, Level 2. The extended wheelbase guarantees additional space in the rear and provides the opportunity to integrate a partition wall between the front and rear passengers.

Extension: +30 cm wheelbase
Protection: VR7 (formerly B6) up to STANAG 4569, Level 2
Partition wall: Optional

Armored Lexus LX 600

Armored Lexus LX 570 with extended wheelbase by TRASCO

Proven program

Lexus LX 570, Extended Wheelbase

The Lexus LX 570 was developed by TRASCO with a 30 cm extended wheelbase and is available in protection levels VR7 (formerly B6) up to STANAG 4569, Level 2. LX 570 conversions remain fully supported with service and spare parts.

Engine: 5.7 l V8 petrol (URJ-201), 378 hp / 5,600 rpm, 544 Nm / 3,600 rpm
Transmission: Automatic
Seats: 4
Tank capacity: 93 l + 45 l subtank
Steering: Left- and right-hand drive
Armoring level: VR7 (formerly B6)
Empty weight: 4,710 kg
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR): 5,050 kg

Certification

Certified ballistic materials, documented threat levels

The armoring uses ballistic materials tested and certified according to VPAM-PM 2007 by government-approved German VPAM test laboratories. The extended Lexus LX is available in protection levels VR7 (formerly B6) to VR9 according to VPAM-BRV, up to STANAG 4569, Level 2.

VR7 protects against assault rifle ammunition such as 7.62×51 mm and 5.56×45 mm, VR8 adds the 7.62×39 mm armor-piercing incendiary round and a 20 mm fragment simulating projectile, VR9 the 7.62×51 mm armor-piercing round with a hard core. The complete threat table below documents every weapon, caliber and test condition.

Ballistic protection

Tested threat levels

The armoring is tested against defined threat levels. The exact weapons, calibers and test parameters are listed below.

Full test parameters

Ballistic protection levels of the armored SUV
Threat	Test level according to VPAM-APR 2006	Classification by PM 2007 (PM) BRV 2009 (VR)	STANAG 4569 AEP-55 (level)	Comparable to* DIN EN 1063 (BR), DIN EN 1522/23 (FB), BRV 1999 (VR)	Type of Weapon	Caliber	Type of bullet	Test condition
Threat	Test level according to VPAM-APR 2006	Classification by PM 2007 (PM) BRV 2009 (VR)	STANAG 4569 AEP-55 (level)		Type of Weapon	Caliber	Type of bullet	Standoff (m)	Standard Hit Spacing
	7	PM 7 VR 7	Level 1	BR 5 FB 5 VR 5	M16A2/Famas-G2	5.56 × 45 mm	FJ(2)/PB/SCP(1)	10 ± 0.5	3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm
	7	PM 7 VR 7		BR 6 FB 6 VR 6	M80 Ball (M60/M14/FAL-FN)	7.62 × 51 mm	FJ(1)/PB/SC
				(B6+ not classified)	M16A1/Famas-G1 (M193)	5.56 × 45 mm	FJ(2)/PB/SC
	8	PM 8 VR 8	Level 2		BZ-API (AK-47)	7.62 × 39 mm	FJ(1)/PB/HCI(1)	10 ± 0.5	3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm
	8	PM 8 VR 8	Level 2		20 mm FSP	20 mm	Fragment	10 ± 0.5	1 shot in center of panel
	9	PM 9 VR 9		BR 7 FB 7 VR 7	M61-AP (M60/M14/FAL-FN)	7.62 × 51 mm	FJ(2)/PB/HC(1)	10 ± 0.5	3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm

PM 7 · VR 7 M16A2/Famas-G2 · 5.56 × 45 mm

Test level VPAM-APR 2006: 7
Classification PM 2007 (PM) / BRV 2009 (VR): PM 7
VR 7
STANAG 4569 AEP-55 (level): Level 1
Comparable to*: BR 5
FB 5
VR 5
Type of Weapon: M16A2/Famas-G2
Caliber: 5.56 × 45 mm
Type of bullet: FJ(2)/PB/SCP(1)
Standoff (m): 10 ± 0.5
Standard Hit Spacing: 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm

PM 7 · VR 7 M80 Ball (M60/M14/FAL-FN) · 7.62 × 51 mm

Test level VPAM-APR 2006: 7
Classification PM 2007 (PM) / BRV 2009 (VR): PM 7
VR 7
STANAG 4569 AEP-55 (level): Level 1
Comparable to*: BR 6
FB 6
VR 6
Type of Weapon: M80 Ball
(M60/M14/FAL-FN)
Caliber: 7.62 × 51 mm
Type of bullet: FJ(1)/PB/SC
Standoff (m): 10 ± 0.5
Standard Hit Spacing: 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm

M16A1/Famas-G1 (M193) 5.56 × 45 mm

STANAG 4569 AEP-55 (level): Level 1
Comparable to*: (B6+ not classified)
Type of Weapon: M16A1/Famas-G1 (M193)
Caliber: 5.56 × 45 mm
Type of bullet: FJ(2)/PB/SC
Standoff (m): 10 ± 0.5
Standard Hit Spacing: 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm

PM 8 · VR 8 BZ-API (AK-47) · 7.62 × 39 mm

Test level VPAM-APR 2006: 8
Classification PM 2007 (PM) / BRV 2009 (VR): PM 8
VR 8
STANAG 4569 AEP-55 (level): Level 2
Type of Weapon: BZ-API
(AK-47)
Caliber: 7.62 × 39 mm
Type of bullet: FJ(1)/PB/HCI(1)
Standoff (m): 10 ± 0.5
Standard Hit Spacing: 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm

PM 8 · VR 8 20 mm FSP · 20 mm

Test level VPAM-APR 2006: 8
Classification PM 2007 (PM) / BRV 2009 (VR): PM 8
VR 8
STANAG 4569 AEP-55 (level): Level 2
Type of Weapon: 20 mm FSP
Caliber: 20 mm
Type of bullet: Fragment
Standoff (m): 10 ± 0.5
Standard Hit Spacing: 1 shot in center of panel

PM 9 · VR 9 M61-AP (M60/M14/FAL-FN) · 7.62 × 51 mm

Test level VPAM-APR 2006: 9
Classification PM 2007 (PM) / BRV 2009 (VR): PM 9
VR 9
Comparable to*: BR 7
FB 7
VR 7
Type of Weapon: M61-AP
(M60/M14/FAL-FN)
Caliber: 7.62 × 51 mm
Type of bullet: FJ(2)/PB/HC(1)
Standoff (m): 10 ± 0.5
Standard Hit Spacing: 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm

TRASCO Engineering

Re-engineered in Bremen

An armored, extended luxury SUV must still ride like a Lexus. Every extended LX is re-engineered in Bremen: suspension, brakes, wheels and body structure are matched to the armored weight without giving up comfort.

Armored Lexus LX with extended wheelbase by TRASCO, side view

Upgraded suspension

Heavy-duty shock absorbers, springs and sway bars keep the automatic height control working. Reinforced body mounts between body and chassis provide additional driving stability.

Heavy-duty brake disc and pad kit for the armored Lexus LX

Modified brake system

Specially manufactured heavy-duty discs, calipers and pads keep the brake performance and reduce fading, for safe deceleration at all times despite the increased weight of the armored vehicle.

Armored Lexus LX with extended wheelbase by TRASCO with heavy-duty wheels

Tires, rims & run-flat

Special tires with a load index of up to 1,550 kg and full on- and off-road capability, on rims with proven load capacity. The run-flat system allows emergency driving for up to 15 km at 50 km/h after a puncture.

Armored Lexus LX with extended wheelbase by TRASCO: enlarged rear door opening

Extended body structure

The wheelbase extension is engineered as part of the armoring concept: armoring cage, door geometry and body structure are designed as one system.

Options

Options for your armored SUV

Further equipment is available on request. Every vehicle is configured individually with our engineering team.

Interior & configuration

Partition wall between front and rear compartment
Individual rear-compartment configurations

Protection upgrades

Underbody protection panel against 2× DM51 hand grenades
Protection levels up to STANAG 4569 level 2

Gallery

The armored SUV in production and on duty

Missions

Who relies on the armored SUV

VIP & private clients

The extended rear compartment turns the LX into a chauffeured luxury vehicle, with discreet protection that does not announce itself.

Governments & delegations

Representation and protection in one vehicle: additional legroom, optional partition wall and protection levels up to STANAG 4569 level 2.

Corporate fleets

A luxury SUV for executive protection duty, with the reliability of the Land Cruiser platform underneath and worldwide Lexus service.

FAQ

Questions about the armored SUV

Your question is not listed? Our team will be glad to help.

How much longer is the extended Lexus LX?

TRASCO extends the wheelbase by 30 cm. The additional length benefits the rear compartment: more legroom and the option of a partition wall.

Is the extended version available for the current LX 600?

Yes. The extended-wheelbase program continues on the current Lexus LX 600, in protection levels VR7 (formerly B6) up to STANAG 4569, Level 2.

Is the LX available with right-hand drive?

Yes. The armored LX program covers both left- and right-hand-drive vehicles.

Which protection levels are available?

The extended LX is available in protection levels VR7 (formerly B6) up to STANAG 4569, Level 2, with an optional underbody protection panel against two DM51 hand grenades.

Where is the vehicle built and how is it serviced?

The conversion is engineered and built in-house at TRASCO in Bremen, Germany. Service is available in four levels: in your own workshop, at trained local service partners, by the mobile TRASCO Flying Doctor team, or at the Bremen plant, supported by 24/7 hotlines and genuine spare parts including ballistic glass.

Service & spare parts →

Inquiry

Your armored SUV

Our team advises governments, organizations and private clients worldwide, from protection level to delivery.

Request a quotation

Or directly: Show phone number · Show e-mail address

Related vehicles

Explore further models

All 12 armored SUVs →