Defender Gets JCB Backhoe Engine Swap for Rugged Reliability
Diesel Pump UK swapped a 4.4-liter JCB backhoe engine into a 1988 Land Rover Defender 110 200TDi to boost reliability while preserving British character, delivering 145 hp and 413 lb-ft torque, with modifications including a custom oil sump, hood clearance work, a stouter R380 5-speed, heavier clutch, charge-air cooler, stainless exhaust, rebuilt axles, and a two-inch suspension lift; the vintage Defender is for sale and could be shipped internationally, potentially aided by a tax deduction.