Reinforced suspension
Heavy-duty shock absorbers, springs and sway bars matched to the armored weight. Reinforced body mounts between body and chassis provide more driving stability.
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Luxury SUV with full armoring
Armored Lexus LX 600
The luxury SUV in high-level protection from VR7 up to VR9, built by TRASCO in Bremen, Germany: full armoring with the comfort and presence of the Lexus flagship.
VPAM VR7 to VR9 · STANAG 4569 up to level 2 · Built in Bremen since 2004
- Armoring level
- VR7 Assault rifle ammunition 7.62×51 mm and 5.56×45 mm
- Up to
- VR9 Armor-piercing 7.62×51 mm AP
- STANAG 4569
- Level 2 Incl. 7.62×39 mm API and 20 mm fragment (VR8)
- Blast protection
- VR7 package Mine, hand grenades and side blast, to the design of the certified Land Cruiser 300
- Heritage
- Since 2004 Built by TRASCO since the LX 470
- Origin
- Made in Germany Engineered and armored by TRASCO in Bremen
Technical details
- Base vehicle
- New Lexus LX 600 with 5 seats, supplied by the customer or offered separately
- Engine
- 3.4 l V6 twin-turbo, 3,445 cm³, 415 hp at 5,200 rpm, 650 Nm at 2,000–3,600 rpm
- Drivetrain
- 10-speed automatic, four-wheel drive
- Ballistic glass
- 43 mm multi-layer, curved, multi-hit and anti-spall, UV protection film · 3-year warranty against delamination
- Glass testing
- VPAM-APR 2006 PM 7, additionally in a 70 mm three-shot triangle · roof against 90-degree attack
- Blast standards in detail
- VPAM-ERV Edition 3 (floor, roof and side blast) · STANAG 4569: 12.5 kg PETN (15 kg TNT equivalent) at 2 m
- Heavy-duty wheels
- Designed for a load capacity of 1,600 kg
Protection concept
A fully armored passenger cell
The complete passenger cabin is armored in VR7: sidewalls, doors, pillars, roof, floor, front bulkhead and tailgate. An armoring cage with A, B and C pillars is integrated into the passenger cell, with overlaps at every joint, and all passenger doors use a 100 % overlap system. The transparent armor uses special quality laminated safety glass produced by European glass manufacturers, 43 mm thick; the side windows behind the rear doors are backed by ballistic steel and tinted.
Critical components are protected as well: one or two armored batteries, a self-sealing fuel tank and an armored engine control unit. Door arresters and hinges are reinforced and mounted directly to the armoring cage. The VR7 version is built to the protection design of the certified Toyota Land Cruiser 300, including blast protection: DM31 mine and HG85 hand grenades under the floor, HG85 and DM51 hand grenades on the roof, and side blast with 12.5 kg PETN (15 kg TNT equivalent) at 4 m and at 2 m.
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- 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
- Blast protection under the floor against DM31 mine and HG85 hand grenades
- Heavy-duty wheels designed for a load capacity of 1,600 kg
- Body frame connection adapted
- Reinforced door arresters and door hinges, directly mounted to the armoring cage
- Armored engine control unit
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 Lexus LX 600 is available from VR7 up to VR9, and up to STANAG 4569 level 2 according to the current ballistic guidelines. The VR7 version is built to the protection design of the certified Toyota Land Cruiser 300, which was tested as a complete vehicle at the official German proof house in Mellrichstadt.
VR8 adds protection against the 7.62×39 mm armor-piercing incendiary round of the AK-47 and a 20 mm fragment simulating projectile; VR9 against 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
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standoff (m) | Standard Hit Spacing | ||||||||
 | 7 | PM 7 VR 7 | Level 1 | BR 5 FB 5 VR 5 | M16A2/ | 5.56 × 45 mm | FJ(2)/ | 10 ± 0.5 | 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm |
 | BR 6 FB 6 VR 6 | M80 Ball (M60/ | 7.62 × 51 mm | FJ(1)/ | |||||
 | (B6+ not classified) | M16A1/ | 5.56 × 45 mm | FJ(2)/ | |||||
 | 8 | PM 8 VR 8 | Level 2 | BZ-API (AK-47) | 7.62 × 39 mm | FJ(1)/ | 10 ± 0.5 | 3 shots on the vertices of a triangle @ 120 ± 10 mm | |
 | 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/ | 7.62 × 51 mm | FJ(2)/ | 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
Full armoring adds considerable weight to a luxury SUV. TRASCO re-engineers suspension, brakes, wheels and doors in-house, so the armored Lexus keeps its driving stability, braking performance and everyday comfort.
Heavy-duty brakes
Specially manufactured heavy-duty discs, calipers and pads keep the braking performance and reduce fading, for safe deceleration at all times despite the increased weight.
Wheels and run-flat
Heavy-duty wheels designed for a load capacity of 1,600 kg, special tires with a higher load index and on- and off-road capability, and a run-flat system for emergency driving after a puncture: up to 15 km at 50 km/h.
Doors and hinges
Self-engineered heavy-duty hinges are bolted directly to the armor of the A- and B-pillars, and the door check straps are redesigned, so the heavy armored doors open and close safely every day.
Ballistic glass
Curved, multi-hit ballistic glass of 43 mm with anti-spall layer and UV protection film, produced by European glass manufacturers, tested to VPAM-APR 2006 PM 7 and additionally in a 70 mm three-shot triangle. Integrated flush into the armored door frames with overlaps at every edge, with a three-year warranty against delamination.
Luxury interior
The luxury interior of the Lexus flagship is retained, with leather in the color of your choice and, on request, rear seat entertainment with two monitors.
Since 2004
Two decades of armored Lexus LX
TRASCO started armoring the Lexus LX with the LX 470 in 2004 and has built this high-end SUV for individual clients all over the world ever since, generation after generation up to the current LX 600.
The armored Lexus shares its proven body-on-frame architecture with the Toyota Land Cruiser, a platform TRASCO has armored for more than 25 years.
Options
Options for your armored Lexus LX 600
Further equipment is available on request. Every vehicle is configured individually with our engineering team.
Protection
- Upgrade to VPAM VR8 or VR9
- Automatic engine fire suppression system
- Spare wheel
Comfort & signaling
- Leather interior in the color of your choice
- Rear seat entertainment with two monitors
- Front left window lowerable by approx. 10 cm for document transfer
- Intercom system
- Flag pole on the right
- Battery charger in the trunk
- 3-tone siren, 112 dB
- Blue or red LED strobe lights in the grille
Gallery
The armored Lexus LX 600 in production and on duty
Missions
Who relies on the armored Lexus LX 600
Heads of state & ministries
High-level protection up to VR9 and STANAG 4569 level 2 in a representative luxury SUV for official duties.
Executive & family protection
Full armoring for private clients and business leaders, with the luxury interior and comfort of the Lexus flagship.
Worldwide operation
A proven body-on-frame platform with on- and off-road capability, built for individual clients all over the world.
FAQ
Questions about the armored Lexus LX 600
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Which protection levels are available?
The armored Lexus LX 600 is available from VPAM VR7 up to VR9 and up to STANAG 4569 level 2. VR7 protects against assault rifle ammunition such as 7.62×51 mm and 5.56×45 mm, VR8 against the 7.62×39 mm armor-piercing incendiary round and a 20 mm fragment, VR9 against the 7.62×51 mm armor-piercing round with a hard core.
What does VPAM mean?
VPAM is the Vereinigung der Prüfstellen für angriffshemmende Materialien und Konstruktionen, an association of independent official test centers from several European countries, including the German proof houses in Mellrichstadt, Munich and Ulm. Its test guidelines (VPAM-APR 2006, VPAM-PM 2007, VPAM-BRV 2009) define real test firings for each protection level.
Is the underbody protected against explosives?
Yes. The VR7 version is built to the protection design of the certified Toyota Land Cruiser 300: the floor is protected against the DM31 mine and HG85 hand grenades, the roof against HG85 and DM51 hand grenades, and the vehicle against side blast.
How does the armored Lexus handle the additional weight?
TRASCO fits heavy-duty shock absorbers, springs and sway bars, reinforced body mounts, heavy-duty brakes, and heavy-duty wheels designed for a load capacity of 1,600 kg with special tires of a higher load index.
What happens after a puncture?
A run-flat system allows emergency driving after a puncture for up to 15 km at 50 km/h.
Is the luxury interior retained?
Yes. The Lexus interior is retained and can be configured individually, for example with leather in the color of your choice and rear seat entertainment with two monitors.
Can TRASCO armor a base vehicle that I supply?
Yes. The base vehicle can be supplied either by the customer or by TRASCO. The conversion is carried out completely at our facility in Bremen, Germany.
How long has TRASCO armored the Lexus LX?
Since 2004, starting with the LX 470. TRASCO has built this high-end SUV for individual clients all over the world ever since.
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.
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