Description
For Sale: Authentic 1987 UK MOD Land Rover 110 Tithonus (Right-Hand Drive), £8, 450 ONO
Increasingly rare, ex-Ministry of Defence Land Rover 110 hard top, in good overall condition with low mileage and full service history.
This is a genuine British Army Tithonus model, individually selected and refurbished by the MoD in 2007–2008 under the LEP (Life Extension Programme). Built to last, these vehicles were upgraded to extend their operational life, and this example reflects that attention to detail and durability.
Key Features:
2. 5L Naturally Aspirated Diesel Engine
LT77 5-Speed Gearbox
LT230 Transfer Box with Hi/ Lo Range & Centre Diff Lock
Good chassis and bulkhead
Double rear bench seats + three individual front seats with lap belts
Wolf-style wheels
Fully integrated Wolf-spec roll cage (external front + internal rear hoops)
NATO tow hitch + ball hitch
Three full-size spare wheels
Current mileage: 78, 300 miles (126, 000 km)
Service and Maintenance History:
May 2025
Complete front axle replacement
Transfer box serviced (new springs & pins)
Bulkhead bolts replaced
New rear shock absorbers
New track rod ends
New indicator repeater lights + rear number plate lamp
Full engine service (incl. rocker cover gasket)
October 2024
New rear exhaust
New steering damper
Front linkage service
October 2023
New clutch
Reconditioned gearbox
2021
Removed comms battery system + associated alternator
New tow ball
Heater reconnected
Spot lights added + electrical tidying
New front brake discs
Replacement track rod ends
A Few Honest Bits to Note:
Paint on the bonnet is not in ideal condition—cosmetic only.
Some rust on the driver’s door; still fully functional and not an MOT advisory. 1987: Stored at Ashchurch before assignment.
1988: Used by 103rd Royal Artillery (Volunteers).
1997: Deployed in Germany with 1 YORKS.
1998: Served with 75 Engineer Regiment, then 107 Field Squadron.
2007: Went to DSG Stirling for refurbishment (Tithonus project).
2008: Used by 5 RRF (infantry unit).
