Leading Japanese commercial vehicle maker UD Trucks has introduced the heavy-duty Quon GW 6×4 tractor in Japan.
This new truck is powerful yet fuel-efficient, with superior drivability, braking, and comfort. It puts people and cargo first – helping reduce driver fatigue while improving transportation efficiency, UD Trucks wrote in a statement.
The Quon GW 6×4 tractor is positioned as the company’s flagship model. Achieving overwhelming power and torque delivered from the 13-liter engine, the truck is fuel efficient and easy to drive thanks to ESCOT and UD Active Steering technology, the statement noted.
It also boasts a smooth combination of disc brakes and industry-leading auxiliary brakes.
Commenting on the development, UD Trucks president Kouji Maruyama said, “As a truck manufacturer, we always put drivers first and try to stay one step ahead in addressing challenges faced by the industry today.
He said, “We hope that all drivers will find that the new 6×4 Quon is easier to drive and helps reduce fatigue associated with long-haul driving, giving them energy for tomorrow.”
Key features
The new 6×4 Quon runs smoothly on the road, with the next generation ESCOT-VII transmission and raw power delivered by the GH13 engine. In order to realize 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.
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 now has been added to the new GW 6×4 Quon.
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 6×4 Quon achieves superior braking force even when transporting heavy loads downhill.
The trucks are also ideal for transporting precision equipment and even with heavy load items such as steel, the lashing wire fits tight. In addition, the comfortable ride when the vehicle is not towing a load greatly reduces driver fatigue.