Fuel Tank options for Land Cruiser 250/ GX550

[Robbie]

Hi LandCruiserForum,

This is Robbie.

I wanted to share some information about two fuel tank options I've found for the new generation LC250/GX550. I've already ordered the 28.5-gallon tank, which is currently in transit.

1. 10.5-gallon (40L) tank $1,445 – Installation requires removing and reinstalling the transfer case.
2. 28.5-gallon (107L) tank $1,600(weight around 120Ib) – Installation requires removing the spare tire.

Both tanks are manufactured in China. Unfortunately, the manufacturers don't have a website, and none of their sales team speaks English. I was able to reach them through Chinese social media. They primarily sell to third parties (such as 4WP in the U.S.) and local aftermarket shops in China.

The 28.5-gallon tank costs me $1,600, with standard shipping (120 Ib)around $400 from China to Los Angeles. (My business partners with an international shipping company, which costs a little less.)

I have a detailed installation manual for the 28.5-gallon tank, but it's in Chinese. Unfortunately, the Google Translate version is awful(trust me, it's not "readable" for English speakers ), and I'll need a few days to translate it correctly into English.

I'm currently negotiating with the factory to become their overseas distributor, which may lower the price. However, I won't sell either tank until I've installed mine and ensured there are no issues.

If anyone is interested in these fuel tanks, feel free to leave a comment or DM me on Instagram at @RobbieandCruiser.
I will keep you posted.

Best regards,
Robbie

 

[turbo8]

Try AI to translate.

• First image (top):
  • 副油箱后部固定示意图: Rear Mounting Diagram of the Auxiliary Fuel Tank
• Second image (middle):
  • 副油箱回气管与加油口三通连接: Auxiliary Tank Vent Hose and Fuel Filler Neck Three-way Connection
  • 油泵出油管: Fuel Pump Outlet Pipe
  • 油泵进油管: Fuel Pump Inlet Pipe
  • 油管过滤芯: Fuel Line Filter Core
  • 油管过长需做适当修剪: Fuel Line Needs to Be Trimmed if Too Long
  • 安装副油箱加油管及固定支架: Install Auxiliary Fuel Tank Filler Pipe and Fixing Bracket
• Third image (bottom):
  • 副油箱油泵管路连接图: Auxiliary Fuel Tank Fuel Pump Line Connection Diagram

 

[ryanjl]

Given the switch, I'm guessing these are auxiliary tanks and not replacements for the original?

 

[Robbie]

Given the switch, I'm guessing these are auxiliary tanks and not replacements for the original?

Nope, all vehicles keep their original tanks

 

[LCOceans]

10 extra gallons would be great to have, but what is involved in removing the transfer case? Certainly better than a swap with the 550 for only 2 extra gallons.