Toyota turned five SUVs into tracked vehicles for deep snow

For the SEMA 2026 show, the company prepared special versions of the Tundra, Tacoma, 4Runner, Land Cruiser, and Sequoia

Toyota has unveiled the Snowhunter concept family, created for traveling through deep snow and snow-covered routes off groomed roads. The five vehicles were developed by the American design studio CALTY Design Research. They were showcased ahead of the SEMA 2026 show in Las Vegas.

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All concepts share the same styling: a white camouflage pattern, black decorative accents, auxiliary Rigid lighting, increased ground clearance, and track systems instead of standard wheels. The suspension was upgraded using Toyota Genuine Parts and TRD components. Toyota did not disclose the manufacturer of the track systems.

The largest project in the family is the Tundra Snowhunter pickup truck. It was equipped with the TrailLift Pro expedition cargo system developed by CALTY. The upper section of the structure can adjust its position, making it easier to load bulky gear, including bicycles and kayaks. Reinforced TRD rear suspension arms and auxiliary lighting are also provided.

The Tacoma Snowhunter is designed for narrower trails. It was outfitted with a roof rack, an additional bed rack cargo platform, MOLLE panels for attaching gear, an awning, recovery equipment, and cargo bed lighting.

The 4Runner SUV received rock sliders, a Prinsu roof rack with additional panels, and a Thule Pulse 2 cargo box. The Land Cruiser gained rock sliders, underbody skid plates, a Prinsu roof rack, and a Thule SnowPack ski rack. The largest family SUV, the Sequoia, was equipped with TRD front skid protection, aluminum running boards, a roof rack, and a cargo box.

Toyota has not announced plans for mass production of the Snowhunter in the presented form. The company emphasizes that these are special show prototypes: some of the installed equipment may not be available in the catalog of production accessories, could affect vehicle safety and performance, or preclude operation on public roads.

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