JLR Gathers Royal Land Rover Models in Tribute to HM Queen Elizabeth II
- JLR hosted a parade of historic Royal Land Rover models in honour of the first anniversary of the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II
- The collection included 11 vehicles
- Some of the models were from the Royal fleet and private collectors
In tribute to HM Queen Elizabeth II, JLR completed a spectacular lap of Goodwood Motor Circuit. The parade was arranged to honour HM Queen Elizabeth II, on the first anniversary of her death.
The convoy presented Royal Land Rover vehicles throughout history. The models had been used in the past by the Royal Family to carry out their duties. In total nine vehicles were presented to the audience in the parade. Meanwhile, two early Series models were on display during the day.
This was the first time the unique collection has been brought together for an event. The vehicles were from the Royal fleet, JLR Classic collection as well as from private collectors.
Land Rover models on display
Series I State Review vehicle
First State Review Land Rover, which was used by HM Queen Elizabeth II and HM The Prince Philip on a tour of the Commonweath. The model is equipped with a custom rear platform.
Prototype (HAC 379)
This model is one of the 48 prototypes produced in 1948. The vehicle was used for test and publicity operations, along with its sister R32 model. HM King George VI has been pictured with the vehicle.
1974 Range Rover State Review vehicle
This is the first ceremonial State Review vehicle. The Royal Family first used it in 1975 and retired the model in 2002. The vehicle features foldaway seats along with concealed umbrellas. It is also extremely quiet, with engine noise kept to a minimum.
2015 Range Rover State Review vehicle
The currently used Range Rover State Review model was launched in 2015. The vehicle has a long wheelbase and a diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system. This allows it to run with pure electricity when attending state occasions.
The Chief Commercial Officer of JLR, Lennard Hoornik
“We have never gathered such an extensive collection of Royal vehicles in this way and the commemorative parade was a fitting moment of remembrance.”
The Chief Commercial Officer of JLR, Lennard Hoornik, commented:
“We are proud of our Royal associations, which stretch back to the very origins of the business, and wanted to honour HM Queen Elizabeth II with a fitting tribute on the anniversary of her passing.”
“We have never gathered such an extensive collection of Royal vehicles in this way and the commemorative parade was a fitting moment of remembrance.”