It’s been 60 years since the first Land Rover Defender launched in 1948, after going through some name changes and having numerous incarnations and special editions. This is why Land Rover is releasing a special limited-edition Defender SVX to commemorate the milestone.

Only 1,800 units of the Defender SVX will be assembled, and each will bear its respective number. Within the SVX beats a 2.4-liter common rail four-cylinder turbo diesel engine capable of 120 horsepower at 2000 rpm. The transmission is a standard 6-speed manual.

To highlight the diamond anniversary, the SVX has 16-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels, black body decals, a sunroof, and a front under-shield protector made from aluminum. Other features include traction control, ventilated brake discs, anti-lock brakes, remote locking, power windows, leather steering wheel, mud flaps, rear LED lights, a first aid kit, and perimeter alarm. There is also a standard mp3-synched audio system.

Land Rover also released a ‘Heritage’ special edition back in 1998, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the long-running off-road vehicle. Australia, one of Land Rover’s notable markets, is already getting 82 units out of the limited run.

Source: Go Auto