Capital Equipment News November 2023

differ greatly between driving with a fully loaded trailer and an empty one. However, with UD Active Steering, the ease of steering greatly reduces driver fatigue and contributes to safety. Stopping The combination of industry-leading auxiliary brakes, engine brakes, and disc brakes provides reliable, smooth and powerful braking. The large-capacity hydraulic retarder used in the new 6x4 Quon achieves superior braking force even when transporting heavy loads downhill. By combining the engine brake with the disc brakes, which are only employed by UD Trucks among the Japan commercial vehicle manufacturers, reliable and excellent braking is ensured. Even on longer descents, the vehicle speed can be maintained and controlled with a minimal amount of foot brake. Connecting The Quon GW 6x4 air suspension is ideal for both the cargo and the driver, whether the vehicle is fully loaded or empty. The 16-ton and 18-ton class 5th wheel is the first among Japanese manufacturers to be equipped with rear air suspension. The trucks are also ideal for transporting precision equipment and even with heavy load items such as steel, the lashing wire fits tightly. In addition, the comfortable ride when the vehicle is not towing a load greatly reduces driver fatigue. Interior and exterior In its positioning as a flagship model, the Quon GW 6x4 features an exclusive interior and exterior. The exterior features a special dark chrome-plated grill, silver plated hexagon grille and three bars, and a special emblem. The interior features black seats and a black leather steering wheel. Addressing new challenges Goods moving by truck account for 90% of freight transported in Japan and the industry is facing serious issues such as driver shortages and soaring fuel prices. In particular, the upper limit on overtime hours for drivers in Japan will be capped to 960 hours a year from bad break, 1 April, 2024. The development of this flagship model emphasizes a safer and more comfortable ride for drivers, aiming to improve transportation efficiency and driver productivity. Many of Japan’s challenges are faced in South Africa, which is why it is heartening to see the model’s availability locally. In the country , the Quon GW 6x4 has the following application options: Reefer, semi trailer, tanker and tautliner. b

The Quon GW 6X4 is known for its power, fuel efficiency, and superior braking system.

The truck boasts a 13-litre engine delivering significant power and torque while maintaining fuel efficiency

This is facilitated by the next-generation ESCOT-VII transmission and UD Active Steering technology.

UD Trucks President Kouji Maruyama emphasised the truck’s ease of driving and reduced driver fatigue.

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Isuzu Group (which includes UD Trucks) is promoting various initiatives so that drivers will find it a rewarding profession.” The new Quon 6x4 addresses many challenges, and he directed the audience to the fact that the model is easy to drive, and that it puts people and cargo first. On the road The new Quon GW 6x4 runs smoothly on the road, with the next-generation ESCOT VII transmission and raw power delivered by the GH13 engine. In order to realise a gross vehicle weight (GCW) of 60 tons or

more, the engine outputs 530 horsepower. In addition, the 12-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission has evolved beyond ESCOT-VI, with the new ESCOT-VII enabling quicker and smoother shifting. Turning UD Active Steering reduces driver fatigue and contributes to safety. Since its launch in 2021, UD Active Steering has been highly praised by drivers and has now been added to the new Quon GW 6x4. The heaviness of the steering wheel can

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