Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually Project Truck

Designers at Toyota Motorsports Group are always tinkering and looking for new possibilities, and this truck is the result of one of their visions.

The Tundra Dually was introduced at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in 2007 and demonstrates what could happen if Toyota decided to outfit a truck with a diesel engine and driveline from a Hino commercial truck.

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Front/Side View

Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually front/side view

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About the Tundra Diesel Dually

  • CrewMax Tundra with a 6.5-foot bed on a lengthened frame
  • 8.0L diesel from a 35,000 pound Hino work truck
  • Eaton 5-speed manual transmission
  • Hino rear differential

Toyota Motorsports also modified the truck's bed, adding large external fenders to accommodate the dual rear wheels. A Reese fifth-wheel hitch adds to the Tundra's heavy-duty capabilities.

The truck looks rugged from the outside, but step inside and you'll find the Tundra is built for comfort. Ginger colored leather captain's chairs are installed in front and back, and the back seats are outfitted with individual DVD systems. Navigation gets you where you want to go, and a Kenwood sound system keeps you awake on long drives.

Ginger leather is repeated on the shift knob and wrapped steering wheel. A taupe Ultrasuede headliner hovers above passengers.

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Rear/Side View

Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually rear/side view

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Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually Project Truck

The Tundra is painted with a matte charcoal metallic paint and has brushed nickel trim. A massive Magnaflow exhaust system carries diesel fumes away from the engine. PIAA lights are mounted on top of the cab and LED clearance lights are installed on the truck's front and rear.

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Front View

Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually front view

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Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually Project Truck

Telescoping mirrors enhance visibility when towing. A hefty brush guard helps give the Tundra a more rugged look.

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Rear View

Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually rear view

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Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually Project Truck

The fender extensions and dual rear wheels make this look like a Tundra on steroids.

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Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch

Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually fifth wheel trailer hitch

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Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually Project Truck

The Tundra's diamond plate-lined bed holds a fifth-wheel trailer hitch rated at 24,000 pounds.

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Side View

Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually project truck side view

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Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually Project Truck

Alcoa forged the Tundra's 22.5" custom alloy wheels, and the truck rides on Michelin Energy 295/60/22.5 tires. The truck's power retractable side steps are visible under the doors.