Hino Australia has unveiled what it calls “one of the most significant products in its 50 year history,” the new Hino 500 Series Wide Cab.
Hino Australia chairman and chief executive, Steve Lotter, says the company has invested significantly in the 500 Series Wide Cab product to enhance safety, vehicle application and performance, and reduce environmental impact.
“These trucks are a gamer-changer for us and we now offer the broadest range of trucks in these important segments that straddle Australia’s competitive medium and heavy duty markets,” he says.
“By increasing the model range and giving our customers more than 50 models to select from, it provides us with an opportunity to engage in different applications which previously hasn’t been possible.”
Development of the new 500 Series began back in 2009. In an Australian-first for this class, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) is now fitted as standard across the new Wide Cab range.
Another active safety feature is the standard inclusion of a microphone equipped and night vision enabled reverse camera.
The Hino safety package also includes ABS, Anti Slip Regulator (ASR), UN ECE R29-rated cab strength, a driver SRS airbag, ADR84/00 Front Underrun Protection System (FUPS), Easy Start, Cruise Control and Fog Lamps.
A number of upgrades have been made to the J08E and A09C engines to enhance output and lower emissions.
The vehicles will offer the latest engine technology and are Euro-5 ADR 80/03 emission compliant.
Engine upgrades include new Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) engine emissions control, stop and start technology, increased RPM and compression ratios, and improved cooling.
Transmission options include six speed automatic transmissions available across the range, or a six or nine speed synchromesh manual dependent upon the model selected.
The 500 Series Wide Cab also adds features inside the cab to assist driver comfort and reduce driver fatigue, including tilt and telescopic adjustable steering wheel, pendulum style pedals, cruise control, and a new instrument panel.
On the exterior there is a new front, new staircase design entry/exit steps, and a range of suspension options.
The new range of models include the FG, GH, FL and FM and are now available at Hino dealerships nationwide.
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