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Land Rover Defender 90 Lug Nut Torque

The Land Rover Defender 90 lug nut torque is 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) for 2021–2026 and 95 ft-lbs (129 N·m) for 1994–1997.

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Land Rover Defender 90 · 1994–2026

The spec changed over the years. Pick your year above, or find it here:
2021–2026100 ft-lbs · 136 N·m
1994–199795 ft-lbs · 129 N·m
  • ✓ Tighten in a star pattern, in two passes, with a torque wrench (not an impact gun)
  • ✓ Re-check the torque after the first 50–100 miles
  • ✓ Confirm against your owner’s manual; aftermarket wheels can differ

Source: TreadCompass vehicle fitment database. Page updated November 2026. Specs can vary with aftermarket wheels and lug hardware, so always confirm with your owner’s manual.

Factory tire sizes for the Land Rover Defender 90

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255/60R202021–2026 · Compare prices →275/45R222021–2026 · Compare prices →255/65R192021–2025 · Compare prices →255/70R182021–2024 · Compare prices →265/75R161994–1997 · Compare prices →205/80R161994–1996 · Compare prices →

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Land Rover Defender 90 lug nut torque FAQ

What is the lug nut torque for a Land Rover Defender 90?

The Land Rover Defender 90 lug nut torque is 100 ft-lbs (136 N·m) for 2021–2026 and 95 ft-lbs (129 N·m) for 1994–1997. Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after the first 50–100 miles.

Do all Defender 90 trims use the same lug nut torque?

Yes. Every Defender 90 trim in our database uses the same lug nut torque for a given model year.

Has the Land Rover Defender 90 lug nut torque changed over the years?

Yes. It is 100 ft-lbs for 2021–2026 and 95 ft-lbs for 1994–1997. Pick your year above to see the exact spec.

What size tires come on the Land Rover Defender 90?

Factory tire sizes include 255/60R20 (2021–2026), 275/45R22 (2021–2026), 255/65R19 (2021–2025), 255/70R18 (2021–2024), 265/75R16 (1994–1997) and 205/80R16 (1994–1996). Check the sidewall of your current tires to confirm yours, then compare prices for that size above.

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