Toyota HiLux Black Bison is just itching for a fight with the Ford Ranger Raptor...

Toyota is believed to be considering making an even more hardcore version of the Hilux (how would that even be possible - it is already one of the toughest models on the planet...) and that is because the Ford Ranger Raptor is getting a little lonely and needs a rival. Now, while we wait for this to happen, Japanese tuner Wald International has nipped in and kitted out the Toyota Hilux with a range of hardcore upgrades. It looks so tough that it might give the Ford nightmares...

Toyota might have a tough time in matching the deranged work of the Japanese tuner...

Wald's customized Hilux looks extremely menacing what with its wider fenders, new front bumper, and that huge bonnet scoop cover...

You can have 20in Jarret 1PC wheels with the standard fenders but why would you when the options include massive pop-riveted wheel arches and 22in wheels wrapped in off-road rubber?

Wald’s Hilux looks properly dark and menacing. The widebody kit alone adds an extra 55mm in width, while the additional LED lights (including those on the front roof spoiler), add more road presence...

Some of the other notable features include a rear roof wing, custom front bumper, bug guard for the bonnet and a rear tailgate spoiler.

But our favourite feature of this highly customised Hilux has to be the tri-pipe side exhaust system. That just looks wicked!

The tuner does not mention if it has made any modifications to the motor so we assume the Black Bison Edition probably sticks with a 2.8-litre diesel producing just 174 horsepower. Hmm, suddenly this truck isn't as scary as it first appears to be...