Toyota has long been the brand of choice for missions where absolute reliability is critical. From overlanders to frontline agencies, militaries, and rebels alike, a Toyota pickup is always close at hand. Whether it’s a brand new third-gen Tundra or a dilapidated Hilux from the 80s, you can trust these vehicles to not only traverse the world’s most inhospitable locations, but crucially get you home again. Launched in 1995, the Tacoma is one such legendary mid-size truck and a figurehead of the North American overlanding community. For many, the third generation remains best of the breed and is the best-selling and most proven to date. Executive Publisher Scott Brady states, “As travelers, we ask a lot from our 4WDs, expecting durability, capability, comfort, and capacity, all while hoping for a great value and even some rugged good looks thrown in. The Tacoma is all of that and more, and it’s become an icon for North American overlanders.” It’s for these reasons, and more, that third-gen Tacomas have played a pivotal role in completing XOverland expeditions around the world (check out the adventures of Atigun and Raven on YouTube). Cue today’s 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Offroad (122,000 miles), which boasts a plethora of aftermarket upgrades and is topped with a fully equipped Alu-Cab Canopy Camper. If this rig looks familiar, then you may have seen it featured in The Best Toyotas of Overland Expo West 2023. The Tacoma that underpins this package has been reimagined from the ground up with a lifted and uprated suspension, armor, winch, auxiliary lighting, and more. This pinnacle platform is topped with an Alu-Cab Canopy camper that’s equipped with a lithium battery system, 13 gallons of freshwater, a compressor fridge, 270-degree awning, Geyser shower system, and generous interior storage. At $44,000, this package represents impressive value at a fraction of what it would cost to replicate, and is available now with no lead time.
From the Seller:
“This is a fully built, adventure-ready 2018 Tacoma TRD Off-Road Double Cab with the 5-foot bed, 4WD, and a 6-speed automatic transmission. Powered by the 3.5-liter V6 and equipped with the factory electronic locking rear differential, Multi-Terrain Select, and Crawl Control. The truck currently has 122,000 miles and recently received a service, including new 4WD and transfer-case actuators. I built this rig specifically for a planned overland journey from the Arctic to Argentina. It is paired with a 2022 Alu-Cab Canopy camper and a carefully selected set of upgrades focused on capability, recovery, electrical independence, and comfortable long-distance, off-the-beaten-path living. I also have the factory rear seats and tailgate included. Selling because there are now two of us traveling full-time and we need something a bit larger as we split our time between our sailboat and an expedition rig.”
2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road, Double Cab, 5-foot Bed
The Tacoma is fitted with a 3.5-liter motor that delivers 278 horsepower, 265 pound-feet of torque, and returns a combined 18 mpg. A long-lived engine is mated with class-leading capability thanks to a body-on-frame architecture, 4WD, high and low range, armor, a rear locking differential, winch, an uprated and lifted suspension, Safari snorkel, and intelligent onboard assists such as Crawl Control and Multi-Terrain Select. Inside, these rugged credentials are balanced with driver comforts that include:
- Parking sensors and rear backup camera
- Infotainment system with navigation and premium audio
- Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert
- Air-conditioning
- Power steering, windows, locks, and mirrors
- Cruise control
- Keyless entry
- Auto headlamps
- Center console with cupholders
- USB and 12-volt outlets
- Powered and heated leather seats
- Bartact MOLLE seat covers with pouches
- Raingler ceiling attic net system
- Fahrt System rear seat delete
- Expedition Essentials USB-powered accessory dash mount with Ram mounts
Distinguishing Features
- Alu-Cab Canopy camper (2022) with rear exterior MOLLE racks, rear door spare tire carrier, and rear and side door screens (side screens included but not installed)
- Elka 2.0 IFP shocks with Dobinsons upper control arms and rear leaf packs
- BFGoodrich KO2 and KO3 tires
- C4 Fabrication front stump bumper and rock sliders
- Smittybilt X20 12,000-pound winch with synthetic cable, Factor 55 Hawse fairlead and Flatlink shackle, and wired remote (Bluetooth not functional)
- Expedition Essentials MaxTrax mounts with MaxTrax extraction boards (4)
- Rotopax fuel containers, 2-gallon (2)
- Baja Designs ditch lights, light bar, and in-bumper fog lights, which are controlled via Switch-Pros RCA Touch 8 light panel
- Prinsu roof rack and Roam rooftop storage box
- GP Factor rear door drop-down table and MOLLE panels
- ARB Elements 63-quart fridge/freezer
- Alu-Cab bulkhead water tank (13-gallon) and water tank canvas bag kit
- Geyser shower system and Dometic 12-volt shower pump with hose and hand nozzle
- House power system with Renogy LiFePO4 100-amp-hour battery, 220 watts of solar, Victron charging system with shunt and Bluetooth, and Blue Sea 12-volt DC panel
- Alu-Cab 270-degree awning and Shower Cube
- Alu-Cab slide-out table and Lagun swivel table
This 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road with a 2022 Alu-Cab Canopy camper is listed for $44,000 OBO and is currently located in Houston, Texas. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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