As it bids to drive down emissions, Hino Trucks will introduce new class four and class five cab over engine diesel and diesel electric hybrid models.
The class four market will feature a 155 diesel model and the 155h diesel electric hybrid; each carrying a 14,500lb GVW rating. Meanwhile, the class five market will include the 195 diesel model and the class five diesel electric hybrid, the 195h – each carrying a 19,500lb rating.
Each model will feature a Hino J05E series engine rated at 210hp and 440lb-ft of torque. It will be the first to be packaged with an automatic transmission with the hybrid models to also include a NiMH battery pack. Both models will meet or exceed EPA 2010 emission regulations and an optimised SCR system.
In addition, the trucks will also include a North American standard 33” frame rail width and a standard centre mounted rear fuel tank. There will also be a firm emphasis on aerodynamics and visibility.
Each diesel truck will be available from the start of August, 2011 at dealerships across the US.
