KILLERBODY TOYOTA LAND CRUISER LC70 HARDBODY SET KB48601

Overview

They say the devil is in the detail, and with the KillerBody Toyota Land Cruiser LC70 Hard Body Set, that philosophy is abundantly clear. This is heaven for all scale crawler and trail fans in the UK RC hobby community. The LC70 represents one of the most comprehensive hard body shell kits available for 1/10 scale RC crawler builds, delivering authentic scale detail that transforms your chassis into a faithful replica of the legendary Toyota Land Cruiser. Whether you're building your first rock crawler or upgrading an existing Axial SCX10, SCX10 II, or RC4WD TF2 platform, this body set provides the customisation potential and visual impact that serious scale enthusiasts demand.

What sets the KillerBody LC70 apart from other ready-to-customise RC body shells is the sheer level of component separation and detailing. With independent bonnet, doors, bumpers, mirrors, snorkels, windscreen and grilles all supplied as separate pieces, you have unprecedented control over how your finished model looks. This modular approach means you can configure your Land Cruiser LC70 to match any variant of the real vehicle—from a basic working model to a fully kitted expedition rig. The body shell is engineered around a 313mm wheelbase and 197mm width, making it compatible with several popular 1/10 scale crawler chassis platforms.

The construction combines hard plastic components for durability and structural integrity with polycarbonate (lexan) elements for clarity and realism. Chromed accents throughout—including light buckets, radiator grille, oil can, door knob, antenna and badge—add that extra layer of scale authenticity that separates a good crawler from a truly impressive one. Comprehensive decal sheets for both the dashboard and body ensure that your finished model captures the authentic appearance of the full-size vehicle. Optional accessories including cockpit sets, interior details, latches and bonnet hinges are available separately, allowing you to build this project to exactly your specification and budget.

Key Features

• Modular Hard Body Design — The body is supplied with separate bonnet, doors, bumpers, mirrors, snorkels, windscreen and grilles, allowing complete customisation to match any real-world variant of the Toyota Land Cruiser LC70. This level of component separation is exceptional in the 1/10 scale crawler body market and enables builders to create unique, personalised models.
• Dual Material Construction — Hard plastic components provide structural durability and protection for your chassis, whilst polycarbonate (lexan) elements including the windscreen, windows and dashboard offer crystal-clear transparency and authentic visual appearance. This combination delivers both practicality and realism.
• Comprehensive Chromed Detailing — Pre-chromed light buckets for front and rear lights, turn signals and foglights, combined with a chromed radiator grille (top and bottom), chromed oil can, door knob, antenna and badge create stunning scale detail that catches light beautifully on the shelf or during photo shoots.
• 313mm Wheelbase Compatibility — Designed to fit popular 1/10 scale crawler platforms including Axial SCX10, Axial SCX10 II, and RC4WD TF2. Dedicated body mount sets are available for each platform, with a low-mount option specifically engineered for the original SCX10 to optimise weight distribution and handling characteristics.
• Complete Scale Interior Package — Supplied with a detailed steering wheel, interior mirror with metal installation parts, wing mirror, wipers and door grilles for both left and right sides. These components create a fully finished cockpit area that's visible through the clear windscreen and side windows.
• Comprehensive Decal Sheets — Dashboard and body decal sheets are included, allowing you to add authentic graphics and detailing to complete the scale replica appearance. Additional detail upgrades including pedal antiskid plates and other scale accessories are available separately.
• Professional Paint-Ready Option — The body is supplied unpainted and clear, giving you complete freedom to paint in your chosen colour scheme. Whether you prefer factory Toyota colours or custom finishes, you're not locked into any pre-applied livery.
• Optional Cockpit and Interior Sets — Whilst the core body provides excellent detail, optional cockpit sets and interior components are available separately, allowing you to progressively upgrade and enhance your model as your budget allows.
• Separate Truck Bed and Cab — The truck cab and truck bed are supplied as independent components, each with detailed side panels. This separation allows for deep customisation and ensures you can replicate specific variants of the LC70 with accuracy.
• Front Bumper and Air Intake Detail — Pre-formed hard plastic front bumper and air intake components save assembly time and ensure perfect proportions relative to the rest of the body.

Technical Performance

The KillerBody Toyota Land Cruiser LC70 Hard Body Set is engineered for 1/10 scale crawlers and trail trucks, designed around a 313mm wheelbase platform. The body shell measures 197mm in width, making it compatible with the most popular contemporary 1/10 scale chassis available in the UK market today. The construction methodology combines lightweight yet durable hard plastic for the primary structural elements—including the truck cab, truck bed, truck bed sides, front bumper and air intake—with specialist polycarbonate (lexan) materials for optical elements. This hybrid approach optimises both strength and transparency; polycarbonate is significantly more impact-resistant than conventional clear plastic whilst maintaining superior optical clarity for the windscreen, side windows and dashboard viewing areas. The hard polycarbonate light lenses are pre-painted and pre-fitted into chromed light buckets, eliminating the need for separate light installation and ensuring consistent, professional finish. The radiator grille is supplied in two pieces (top and bottom) with authentic chromed plating, providing two distinct visual tiers that replicate the real vehicle's front end treatment. Metal installation parts are included for the interior mirror, ensuring robust mounting that will survive repeated handling and on-trail impacts. The body achieves authenticity through meticulous proportion and detail work: the roof line, window openings, body contours and panel lines all faithfully replicate the legendary Land Cruiser LC70 proportions. The modular design—with separate bonnet, doors, bumpers and mirrors—means you can strip back and reconfigure your model to match specific real-world variations, from basic workhorse configurations to fully expedition-equipped variants.

What's in the Box

• Truck Cab (hard plastic)
• Truck Bed (hard plastic)
• Truck Bed Sides (hard plastic)
• Front Bumper (hard plastic)
• Air Intake (hard plastic)
• Steering Wheel (hard plastic)
• Wing Mirror (hard plastic)
• Interior Mirror with metal installation parts (hard plastic)
• Wiper (hard plastic)
• Door Grille Left (hard plastic)
• Door Grille Right (hard plastic)
• Front Wheel Arch Left (hard plastic)
• Front Wheel Arch Right (hard plastic)
• Chromed Light Bucket Front (hard plastic)
• Chromed Light Bucket Rear (hard plastic)
• Chromed Turn Light Bucket (hard plastic)
• Chromed Foglight Bucket (hard plastic)
• Chromed Radiator Grille Top (hard plastic)
• Chromed Radiator Grille Bottom (hard plastic)
• Chromed Oil Can (hard plastic)
• Chromed Door Knob (hard plastic)
• Chromed Antenna (hard plastic)
• Chromed Badge (hard plastic)
• Polycarbonate Transparent Window Windshield
• Polycarbonate Dashboard
• Polycarbonate Painted Light Lenses (hard polycarbonate)
• Dashboard Decal Sheet
• Body Decal Sheet
• Silver Mirror Decal for both mirrors
• Parts Bag (hardware and small components)

What You Need to Complete

• Body Mount Set — Choose between Axial SCX10 mount, Axial SCX10 II mount, or RC4WD TF2 mount (sold separately). A low-mount option is also available for original Axial SCX10 platforms.
• RC Chassis — 1/10 scale crawler chassis with 313mm wheelbase such as Axial SCX10, Axial SCX10 II or RC4WD TF2
• Motor and ESC — Your chosen 1/10 scale platform's drive system
• Battery — Compatible with your selected chassis (typically 2S or 3S LiPo for most 1/10 crawlers)
• RC Radio System — 2.4GHz frequency radio receiver compatible with your chassis
• Tyres and Wheels — Sized appropriately for your chassis platform
• Optional: Cockpit Set and Interior Details — For enhanced cabin detail
• Optional: Bonnet Latches and Bonnet Hinges — For functional bonnet opening
• Optional: LED Light Kit (such as E0094) — For functional headlights and tail lights
• Paint — For finishing the body in your chosen colour scheme (optional if running unpainted)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What chassis platforms is the KillerBody LC70 Hard Body compatible with? — The body is designed specifically for 1/10 scale crawler platforms with a 313mm wheelbase. Dedicated body mount sets are available for Axial SCX10 (including a low-mount variant), Axial SCX10 II, and RC4WD TF2. Some users have reported success fitting the body to Traxxas TRX4 platforms with minor modifications, though this is not officially supported. Always confirm compatibility with your specific chassis before purchasing.
• Is the KillerBody LC70 suitable for beginners? — This is a body shell component rather than a complete ready-to-run vehicle, so it requires an existing 1/10 scale crawler chassis to function. If you already own a compatible crawler platform such as an Axial SCX10, installing this body set is straightforward. However, if you are new to RC crawling, you will need to invest in a complete chassis platform first. The body itself is beginner-friendly once mounted, with no complex electronics or mechanical assembly required—it's purely a visual upgrade and customisation component.
• What do I need to buy separately to complete this body set? — You will need a compatible 1/10 scale crawler chassis (Axial SCX10, SCX10 II or RC4WD TF2), a body mount set designed for your specific platform, paint (unless running unpainted), and potentially optional upgrades such as LED lighting kits, cockpit sets, interior details, bonnet latches and hinges. Check the product compatibility section to identify the correct body mount set for your chassis.
• Can I use LED lights with the KillerBody LC70? — Yes, LED light kits are available separately. The body features pre-chromed light buckets designed to accommodate light installations. The E0094 LED unit set with control box (14 LEDs) has been confirmed compatible with this body. LED installations require careful wiring routing and typically involve routing cables through the body to a battery-powered control module.
• What is the difference between this and other 1/10 scale crawler bodies? — The KillerBody LC70 is distinguished by its exceptional level of component separation and modular design. Whilst other crawler bodies may be single-piece shells, the LC70 provides separate bonnet, doors, bumpers, mirrors, snorkels and grilles. This modular approach enables deep customisation to replicate specific real-world variants of the Toyota Land Cruiser LC70. The combination of hard plastic and polycarbonate materials, extensive chromed detailing and comprehensive decal sheets also set it apart from more basic body options.
• Do I need to paint the body, or can I run it unpainted? — The body is supplied unpainted and clear, so you can choose to run it as-is or paint it in your preferred colour scheme. Running unpainted allows you to see the detailed interior and mechanical components of your chassis, which many scale enthusiasts prefer. However, if you want a finished appearance, you can paint the hard plastic components in authentic Toyota colours.
• What optional upgrades are available for this body? — KillerBody supplies several optional components to enhance the LC70, including cockpit sets, interior detail packages, bonnet latches, bonnet hinges, scale pedal and antiskid plate details, wheel arch extensions for different tyre sizes, and LED lighting kits. These allow you to progressively upgrade your model according to your budget and customisation preferences.
• How does the modular design benefit me? — The separate bonnet, doors, bumpers, mirrors, snorkels and grilles allow you to configure your body to match any variant of the real Toyota Land Cruiser LC70. You can remove doors for an open-cage look, swap bonnet configurations, or adjust bumper styles to replicate expedition, military or commercial variants. This flexibility is rarely available in other crawler body kits.
• Is the windscreen impact-resistant? — The windscreen and side windows are manufactured from polycarbonate (lexan), which is significantly more impact-resistant than conventional clear plastic. This material is industry-standard for RC vehicles and will withstand typical trail impacts and capsizes that would shatter regular acrylic or polycarbonate alternatives.
• What hardware is included with the body? — The body set includes a parts bag containing all necessary hardware including metal installation parts for the interior mirror. Depending on your chosen body mount set, additional fasteners specific to your chassis platform will be required and are included in the mount kit, not the body shell itself.

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