Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Series Reiger Suspension System

Dakar-Proven Technology. Engineered for Africa.

Few vehicles have earned a reputation quite like the Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Series.

Across farms, mines, game reserves, construction sites and some of the most remote regions of Africa, the LC79 has become synonymous with toughness, reliability and the ability to keep going when conditions become difficult.

But the capability of any 4x4 ultimately depends on one critical connection:

The four tyres touching the ground.

The Reiger Suspension System for the Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Series has been engineered to improve that connection — delivering exceptional wheel control, ride comfort, stability and confidence across demanding terrain.

Developed from decades of championship-winning motorsport experience and engineered specifically for the characteristics of the LC79, Reiger brings world-class suspension technology to one of Africa's most legendary 4x4s.

This isn't simply a lift kit. It's a complete suspension system engineered to transform the way your Land Cruiser performs.

Why Choose Reiger for Your Land Cruiser 79?

Every Reiger suspension system is built around one fundamental objective:

Keep the tyre in contact with the ground.

Your tyres can only generate grip when they remain connected to the surface beneath them.

Whether you're travelling across corrugations, descending a rocky mountain pass, towing a caravan or carrying a heavily equipped touring setup, controlling wheel movement is critical.

Reiger's sophisticated damping technology manages the movement of both the wheel and vehicle body.

The result is:

Improved ride comfort
Greater vehicle stability
Better steering response
Improved wheel control
Increased driver confidence
Superior off-road capability
Greater stability when towing
Better control with touring loads
Reduced driver fatigue over long distances

Rather than using a generic damper calibration, Reiger develops suspension around the characteristics of each vehicle.

For the LC79, that means engineering the suspension around its unique combination of front coil suspension, rear leaf springs, solid axles, vehicle weight, load-carrying requirements and intended use.

Developed Specifically for the LC79

Not a Universal Shock Absorber

The Land Cruiser 79 presents a unique suspension challenge.

It can be a lightly loaded daily driver one day and a heavily equipped expedition vehicle the next.

Bull bars, winches, replacement trays, canopies, drawer systems, spare wheels, auxiliary fuel tanks, water tanks, roof tents and recovery equipment can dramatically change vehicle weight and weight distribution.

Then add passengers, luggage or a trailer.

The suspension has to manage all of it.

Reiger's LC79 system is developed as a complete vehicle application, with the damping characteristics engineered around how the Land Cruiser actually behaves.

The objective is not simply to make the vehicle firmer.

It is to achieve the correct balance between:

Comfort.

Wheel control.

Body control.

Load management.

Traction.

Suspension travel.

Motorsport Technology for the Real World

Born in Competition

Reiger has built its reputation in some of the world's toughest motorsport environments.

From rally and rally raid to Dakar competition, Reiger suspension technology has been developed where extreme heat, repeated impacts and relentless terrain expose weaknesses very quickly.

Competition teaches engineers how to control:

Extreme suspension movement
Repeated high-energy impacts
Heat build-up
Wheel movement
Vehicle weight transfer
Traction
High-speed terrain
Changing surfaces

The objective isn't to turn your Land Cruiser into a race vehicle.

It's to take the knowledge developed in competition and apply it to a suspension system designed for real-world 4x4 use.

Dakar Technology for the African Continent.

Engineered for African Conditions

Africa can expose a suspension system to an extraordinary variety of conditions.

Hundreds of kilometres of corrugations.

Broken tar.

Rocky mountain tracks.

Deep sand.

Mud.

Washouts.

Potholes.

Fully loaded vehicles.

Heavy trailers.

And long distances between destinations.

The Reiger Land Cruiser 79 Suspension System has been developed for exactly this type of environment.

It is ideally suited to:

Corrugated gravel roads
Remote African travel
Overlanding
Rocky mountain passes
Deep sand
Mud
Washouts
Potholes and broken roads
Long-distance touring
Heavy towing
Loaded expedition vehicles
Farm use
Mining applications
Commercial vehicles
Daily driving

Whether you're crossing the Kalahari, travelling through Namibia, heading into Botswana or simply using your LC79 every day, Reiger is engineered to deliver consistent suspension performance kilometre after kilometre.

Transform the Way Your LC79 Rides

Control Without Unnecessary Harshness

The LC79 is exceptionally capable, but its heavy-duty architecture means ride quality can vary significantly depending on load, road surface and suspension setup.

Simply fitting stiffer springs and dampers isn't the answer.

Reiger focuses on controlling suspension movement.

The system is engineered to absorb smaller road imperfections while maintaining control over larger vehicle movements and impacts.

The result is a Land Cruiser that feels more composed and predictable.

Less bouncing.

Less pitching.

Better wheel control.

Greater stability.

More confidence behind the wheel.

This becomes particularly noticeable on long stretches of gravel and corrugated roads where poor suspension control can make a vehicle tiring to drive.

A well-controlled suspension allows the vehicle to settle faster after each disturbance rather than continuing to oscillate.

Over hundreds of kilometres, that matters.

Precision Tuning for Your Land Cruiser

Your Vehicle. Your Load. Your Terrain.

There is no such thing as a standard LC79.

One may be almost completely stock.

Another may have a bull bar and winch.

Another might carry a permanently fitted canopy and drawer system.

And another may be a fully equipped expedition vehicle carrying substantial additional weight.

That's why suspension setup matters.

The Reiger Suspension System provides the ability to configure and fine-tune suspension performance around the vehicle and how it is being used.

Depending on the specific Reiger LC79 configuration, adjustment can include:

Ride height
Rebound damping
Compression damping
Low-speed compression
High-speed compression

Instead of forcing every LC79 owner to accept the same compromise, Reiger provides the ability to optimise suspension behaviour around the individual vehicle.

Ride Height & Vehicle Setup

Lift With a Purpose

Raising a Land Cruiser should never simply be about making it taller.

Correct suspension setup needs to consider:

Suspension travel
Vehicle geometry
Steering characteristics
Axle position
Spring selection
Vehicle weight
Accessory weight
Ride height

The Reiger LC79 system allows the vehicle to be set up correctly for its intended use while providing additional ground clearance where appropriate.

Benefits include:

Correct vehicle stance
Additional ground clearance where appropriate
Compensation for additional accessories
Correct suspension operating position
Improved setup for touring applications
Maintaining usable suspension travel

The objective isn't maximum lift. The objective is maximum suspension performance.

Rebound Adjustment

Control What Happens After the Impact

When your Land Cruiser hits a bump, the suspension compresses.

What happens immediately afterwards is critical.

Rebound damping controls how quickly the suspension extends after it has been compressed.

If there isn't enough rebound control, the vehicle can continue bouncing after an impact.

Too much rebound control can prevent the suspension from recovering quickly enough across repeated bumps.

This becomes particularly important on corrugated roads where the suspension is working continuously.

Correct rebound damping helps the tyre follow the terrain while keeping the vehicle body controlled.

Reiger's rebound adjustment allows the suspension response to be refined for:

Corrugated roads
Touring
Daily driving
Heavy loads
Towing
Fast gravel
Changing vehicle configurations

Compression Adjustment

Control How the Suspension Absorbs the Terrain

Compression damping controls resistance as the suspension compresses.

In simple terms, it helps determine how the suspension reacts when the wheel encounters a bump, dip or obstacle.

Correct compression damping allows the suspension to absorb impacts while controlling movement of the vehicle.

On advanced Reiger systems, compression damping can be divided into:

Low-Speed Compression

and

High-Speed Compression

This allows different types of suspension movement to be controlled independently.

Low-Speed Compression

Control the Vehicle Body

The term low-speed compression refers to the speed at which the damper shaft is moving — not the speed you're driving.

Low-speed compression primarily influences slower suspension movements created by:

Braking
Acceleration
Cornering
Body roll
Weight transfer
Long undulations
Changing vehicle loads

This is particularly important on a tall, heavily equipped 4x4.

Additional accessories and touring equipment can significantly change the way an LC79 transfers weight.

Correct low-speed compression damping can help support the vehicle body and improve stability without simply making the entire suspension excessively stiff.

It can be particularly beneficial for:

Highway driving
Heavy touring vehicles
Towing
Vehicles fitted with canopies
Vehicles carrying permanent loads
Mountain passes
Daily driving

The result is a Land Cruiser that feels more planted and predictable.

High-Speed Compression

Control the Big Impacts

High-speed compression deals with rapid damper movement.

This doesn't necessarily mean the vehicle is travelling quickly.

A pothole, rock or sharp washout can create extremely rapid suspension movement even at relatively low vehicle speed.

High-speed compression becomes important when encountering:

Corrugations
Potholes
Rocks
Washouts
Water bars
Deep ruts
Sharp edges
Larger off-road impacts

Correct high-speed compression damping allows the suspension to absorb these rapid impacts while maintaining control of the wheel.

This helps reduce harshness and gives the tyre a better opportunity to remain connected to the terrain.

The result is greater control when conditions become difficult.

Why Independent Adjustment Matters

One LC79. Many Different Jobs.

A conventional suspension system normally has one fixed damping calibration.

That setting has to work everywhere.

Empty.

Loaded.

Towing.

Highway.

Corrugations.

Off-road.

That's inevitably a compromise.

Reiger takes a different approach.

By allowing key damping characteristics to be adjusted, the suspension can be configured around:

The vehicle.

The load.

The terrain.

The driver.

This becomes particularly valuable on an LC79 because the difference between an unloaded vehicle and a fully equipped expedition vehicle can be substantial.

Reiger allows the suspension to work with your Land Cruiser rather than forcing your Land Cruiser to work around the suspension.

The Rear Suspension Matters

Engineered Around the LC79's Leaf-Spring Rear Axle

The LC79's rear leaf-spring suspension is one of the reasons the vehicle has become such an effective load-carrying platform.

But spring rate and damping need to work together.

The spring supports the vehicle and its load.

The damper controls the movement.

Simply fitting an extremely heavy spring to manage additional weight can create an unnecessarily harsh vehicle when that load isn't present.

The correct approach is to consider the complete vehicle:

Permanent load
Variable load
Towing requirements
Accessories
Intended use
Desired ride height
Spring rate
Damper calibration

The Reiger LC79 suspension package can therefore be configured around the vehicle's real operating weight and intended use.

Correct spring selection combined with sophisticated damping is fundamental to achieving both load capability and ride quality.

Built for Corrugations

Where Great Suspension Becomes Obvious

Few surfaces expose suspension performance as quickly as corrugated gravel.

Each corrugation forces the wheel to accelerate rapidly up and down.

Multiply that by hundreds or thousands of impacts and the suspension has to control continuous wheel movement while simultaneously managing heat.

If the damper loses control, the tyre can begin skipping across the surface.

Grip reduces.

Steering confidence decreases.

The vehicle begins to feel unsettled.

Reiger's high-capacity damping technology and heat-management capability are designed for exactly these demanding operating conditions.

The objective is simple:

Control the wheel. Manage the heat. Maintain the grip.

For an African touring vehicle, this can be one of the most important differences between an ordinary suspension system and a truly high-performance one.

Built for Towing

Caravans, boats, off-road trailers and equipment trailers can significantly influence the dynamics of an LC79.

Additional rear load and trailer forces can increase:

Pitching
Body movement
Weight transfer
Suspension workload

Correctly configured suspension helps control these movements and gives the driver a more stable and predictable platform.

Reiger damping adjustment also provides the ability to refine suspension behaviour when vehicle loads change.

For owners who regularly tow, spring selection and suspension setup should always be matched to the actual vehicle and typical towing configuration.

Factory-Tuned. Driver-Refined.

You don't need to understand damper engineering to enjoy Reiger.

Every Reiger LC79 system is professionally developed with a recommended baseline setup designed to provide an excellent balance of comfort, control and capability.

For most owners, these settings provide exceptional performance straight out of the box.

For drivers wanting to optimise the vehicle further, Reiger's adjustment capability allows the suspension to be refined around:

Vehicle weight
Accessories
Permanent load
Towing
Terrain
Driving preference

Start with Reiger's engineering.

Then refine the suspension around the way you use your Land Cruiser.

Built for Adventure. Built for Work.

The Land Cruiser 79 isn't simply a recreational 4x4.

For many owners, it's a tool.

For others, it's the vehicle they trust to take their families into some of the most remote places on the continent.

Reiger has engineered a suspension system capable of doing both.

The LC79 system is ideally suited to:

Overlanding
African expeditions
Long-distance touring
Towing caravans
Towing boats and trailers
Off-road recreation
Game farms
Agriculture
Mining
Construction
Commercial fleets
Daily driving

Whatever your Land Cruiser does, Reiger helps it do it with greater control.

Reiger LC79 System Highlights

Vehicle-Specific Engineering

Developed specifically around the Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Series platform, its solid axles, front coil suspension and rear leaf-spring configuration.

Advanced Damping Technology

Precision damping control engineered to manage wheel movement and vehicle body behaviour across dramatically changing terrain.

Adjustable Performance

Available damping adjustment allows suspension behaviour to be refined around load, terrain and driving requirements.

High-Capacity Damper Design

Designed for demanding operating conditions and continuous suspension movement.

Remote Reservoir Technology

Where applicable, remote reservoirs increase fluid capacity and assist with thermal management during prolonged operation.

Exceptional Heat Management

Designed to maintain consistent damping behaviour during sustained operation across demanding terrain.

Premium Construction

Precision-engineered components, high-performance seals and finishes designed for harsh operating environments.

Fully Serviceable

Reiger dampers are designed to be serviced and maintained, helping preserve performance and extend their useful operating life.

More Than a Lift Kit

A lift kit changes the height of your Land Cruiser.

Reiger changes the way your Land Cruiser works.

The objective isn't simply to create a taller LC79.

It's to improve the way the vehicle controls its wheels and body.

You feel that difference:

On the highway.

Under braking.

Through corners.

While towing.

Fully loaded.

Across corrugations.

Through washouts.

And when the road disappears completely.

Reiger isn't about how high your Land Cruiser sits. It's about how well your Land Cruiser performs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reiger suitable for everyday driving?

Yes. The LC79 system is engineered to provide excellent vehicle control and ride comfort during normal road use while maintaining the capability required for demanding off-road conditions.

Will Reiger make my LC79 more comfortable?

Improved ride quality is one of the key objectives of the system. Sophisticated damping helps control the movement created by potholes, corrugations, broken roads and changing surfaces while maintaining body control.

Can I tow with Reiger suspension?

Yes. Reiger is particularly well suited to vehicles used for towing. Spring selection and suspension setup should be matched to the vehicle's normal load and towing requirements.

Is Reiger suitable for a heavily equipped overlanding LC79?

Yes. The system can be configured around accessories and permanent loads such as canopies, drawers, auxiliary tanks, spare wheels, recovery equipment and touring equipment.

Can Reiger handle corrugated roads?

Corrugated roads are precisely the type of demanding environment where sophisticated damping and effective heat management become particularly valuable.

Do I need to adjust the suspension myself?

No.

Your suspension can be professionally set up using Reiger's recommended baseline settings.

Adjustment is available for owners who want to optimise the vehicle further for specific loads, terrain or driving preferences.

What does rebound adjustment do?

Rebound controls how quickly the suspension extends after being compressed. Correct rebound control helps prevent unwanted bouncing while allowing the wheel to follow uneven terrain.

What is low-speed compression?

Low-speed compression primarily manages slower suspension movements associated with braking, acceleration, cornering, body roll and weight transfer.

What is high-speed compression?

High-speed compression manages rapid damper movements created by sharper impacts such as corrugations, rocks, potholes and washouts.

Low-speed and high-speed refer to damper shaft speed — not vehicle speed.

Can the ride height be adjusted?

Where applicable to the specific Reiger LC79 configuration, ride height can be set to suit the vehicle's setup while keeping the suspension within its intended operating range.

Does Reiger replace the rear leaf springs?

The complete LC79 suspension setup should be selected according to the vehicle's weight, accessories and intended use. Correct rear spring selection is an important part of achieving the desired load capacity, ride height and ride quality.

Is Reiger suspension serviceable?

Yes. Reiger dampers are designed to be fully serviceable, supporting long-term performance and ownership.

Experience the Reiger Difference

The Land Cruiser 79 has earned its reputation in some of the toughest environments on earth.

It doesn't need to become something different.

It needs suspension capable of allowing it to perform at its best.

Greater control on the highway.

Greater comfort across corrugations.

Greater stability when towing.

Greater control when fully loaded.

Greater confidence when conditions deteriorate.

And sophisticated suspension technology that can be configured around the way you actually use your vehicle.

Built for the Land Cruiser. Engineered for Africa.

Discover what your Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Series is truly capable of with Reiger Suspension.