Nissan Patrol V1.0 -
From these humble 1950s beginnings, the Patrol evolved into a global icon, particularly in regions where reliability is a matter of survival.
The Nissan Patrol "v1.0" or 4W60 series, launched in 1951, is the definitive origin story of one of the world's most enduring off-road legends. Born from a post-war requirement for a rugged, military-grade utility vehicle in Japan, it drew heavy inspiration from the Willys Jeep but quickly established its own identity for toughness. The Genesis of a Legend Nissan Patrol v1.0
The 4W60 series was Nissan's first true 4x4. While it looked like a Jeep, it was physically larger and more powerful. From these humble 1950s beginnings, the Patrol evolved
