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Forward Control

Series IIA / IIB Forward Control

A cab-over-engine conversion of the 109" chassis giving a 30 cwt payload. The IIB of 1966 gained a 110" wheelbase, a wider track and the 2.6 litre six as standard.

Released
1962
Ended
1972
Based onSeries IIA
Series IIA / IIB Forward Control Land Rover

Full technical specification

Figures are typical for the model range and vary by year, engine, body style and market.

Engine

Type
2.25 L petrol (IIA), 2.6 L 6-cylinder petrol (IIB), 2.25 L diesel
Power
67 bhp (2.25), 85 bhp (2.6)
Torque
116 lb ft (2.25), 132 lb ft (2.6)
Position
Under cab, forward control

Transmission & drive

Gearbox
4-speed manual
Transfer box
2-speed, high and low range
4WD system
Selectable 4WD
Axles
ENV heavy duty axles (IIB)

Chassis & running gear

Frame
Reinforced 109" chassis with sub-frame
Suspension
Leaf springs, anti-roll bar on IIB
Brakes
Servo assisted hydraulic drums
Steering
Recirculating ball

Dimensions & capacities

Wheelbase
109 in (IIA), 110 in (IIB)
Length
193 in (4,902 mm)
Width
75 in (1,905 mm)
Payload
1.5 tons (30 cwt)
Tyres
9.00 x 16

Production

Built at
Solihull, England
Units
Approx. 2,300 IIA FC, 2,300 IIB FC
Body styles
Drop-side, Box van, Tipper, Fire appliance, Specialist