UD Condor

Short description: Medium-duty commercial vehicle

UD Condor

Fourth generation UD Condor

Overview
Manufacturer| Nissan Diesel (1975–2010)
Hino (1994–2011)
UD Trucks (2011–2017)
Isuzu (2017–present)
Also called|

* Ford MK/LK/PW (AUS)
* International 400-900 series
* Isuzu Forward (2017–present)
* Hino Ranger (1994–2011)
* Nissan Diesel CK87 (IDN)

Production| 1975–present
Body and chassis
Class| Truck
Body style|

* Truck (standard cab)
* Crew cab truck

Related| UD Quester
UD Croner
Isuzu Forward
Hino Ranger
Powertrain
Engine| NE6, NE6T, FE6T, FE6TA, FE6TC, FD6T, ED6, J08E, D16K, D12C, 4HK1, 6NX1, GH7, JO8C EH700, HO7D, EH500, EH300,
Transmission| Nissan (manual), Aisin (automatic)

The UD Condor (kana:UD・コンドル) is a line of cabover medium-duty or heavy-duty commercial vehicles produced by Nissan Diesel introduced in 1975, Compact models sold under the Nissan Diesel Condor brand and rebranded Nissan Atlas.

Most mid-size and larger models of the truck are distinguishable by a front 'Condor' badge, but the common Nissan Diesel or UD badge is usually used on the rear.

In the United States, it is sold as a UD followed by a four-digit numeral indicating its load capacity, Its principal competitors are the Bering MD, Mitsubishi Fuso FM, Chevrolet W-Series, GMC W-Series, and Isuzu F-Series. Its Japanese market competitors are the Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter, Isuzu Forward, and Hino Ranger. In 2011 a new generation Condor MK/LK was introduced, which used the UD name in all markets, rather than Nissan Diesel.

## Contents

* 1 First generation (1975–1983)
* 2 Second generation (1983–1993)
* 3 Third generation (1993–2011)
* 4 Fourth generation (2010–2017)
* 5 Fifth generation (2017–2024)
* 6 Sixth generation (2024–Present)
* 7 Lineup
* 7.1 Japan
* 7.2 US & Canada
* 8 References
* 9 External links

## First generation (1975–1983)

File:Nissan Diesel CM80 in New Zealand.jpgFirst Generation CM80 (1975 model) First Generation Condor GF (1979 model)

The first Condor appeared in 1975. Two types of engine were available: ED6 (a swirl chamber) and FD6T (a direct injection, with turbo). The turbo model is referred to as the "Condor GF"; it is equipped with power steering standard. In 1979 the base engine changed from ED6 to FD6 due to emissions regulations; the cab design was also revised.[1]

## Second generation (1983–1993)

The second generation Condor launched in 1983 following emissions compliance. In 1988, minor changes were made to the grille, the Condor S was added, and in 1989 anti-lock brakes were added.

Engine options available were the 6.9 Liter FE6 Engine offered in turbo and non turbo variants with power ranges from 160–230 PS (158–227 hp).

In the United States, this generation was sold as the UD 1800-3300 but it was also imported by Navistar International and sold as the International Model 400, 500, 600, 700, and 900. The smallest Model 400 was a Class 5 truck with a 17,640 lb (8,000 kg) GVW and Nissan Diesel engines of 160 or 180 hp (119 or 134 kW).[2] The heaviest Model 900, a Class 7 truck, corresponds to the UD 3300.[3]

* UD Condor CM Cargo Crane truck

* Second generation Nissan Diesel Condor in Malaysia

* Nissan Diesel Condor used for transportation of rice grains in the Philippines

Nissan Diesel Condor used for transportation of rice grains in the Philippines

* Nissan Diesel Condor CP200

## Third generation (1993–2011)

* UD Condor fire engine (1993 Facelift)

* UD Condor Fire Apparatus (1997 Facelift)

* UD Condor Semi-Truck Tractor connected to an Flatbed Trailer

UD Condor Semi-Truck Tractor connected to an Flatbed Trailer

* UD Condor MK Closed Van (1999 Facelift)

* UD Condor LK Double Cab with cargo dropside (2002 facelift)

* UD Condor PK Car Carrier (2004 facelift)

## Fourth generation (2010–2017)

Sagawa Express UD Condor Delivery truck

In April 2010 the 8 ton class model PK series was announced, following the name change to UD Trucks in February 2010. It was introduced in Japan, with plans to sell in the US and other markets.

Engine options are the 4.6 L GH5 and the 7.0 L GH7[4]

On 23 August 2010, the 9-ton PK series and 12-ton PW series were introduced while other models continued within the third generation.

UD Condor MK

## Fifth generation (2017–2024)

The fifth generation Condor is a rebadged Isuzu Forward.

On 28 July 2017, as part of its transition from UD Trucks to Isuzu, the fifth generation Condor was introduced. It is now a rebadged version of the Isuzu Forward, with unique front fascia and new cab.[5]

## Sixth generation (2024–Present)

The sixth generation UD Condor was announced to the press on January 24, 2024. The fully redesigned UD Condor went on sale days later.[6] It remains a rebadge of the Isuzu Forward which was updated simultaneously.

File:UD Condor II.jpgThe sixth generation Condor is a rebadged Isuzu Forward

## Lineup

### Japan

* CM
* MK215 hh
* LK
* PK
* PW
* CPB87N
* CMF87L
* SP215NSB

### US & Canada

* UD 1300
* UD 1400
* UD 1800
* UD 2000
* UD 2300, DH, LP
* UD 2600
* UD 2800
* UD 3000
* UD 3300

## References

1. ↑ "1975 | UD Trucks". https://www.udtrucks.com/newzealand/about-us/innovation/product-history/1975.
2. ↑ Mele, Jim (July 1990). "The New Models for 1991: Mid-Range Trucks". Fleet Owner (FM Business Publications) 85 (7): 74.
3. ↑ Dwyer, John J. (July 1990). "The New Models for 1991: Medium Trucks". Fleet Owner (FM Business Publications) 85 (7): 89.
4. ↑ "Press Information: UD Trucks Releases All-New Condor MK/LK series". UD Trucks. 2011-07-11. http://www.udtrucks.com/CORP/NEWSRELEASE/2011/20110711_e.html.
5. ↑ "UD Trucks launches new medium-duty Condor truck". https://www.udtrucks.com/en-int/news-and-media/press-releases/central/2017/20170728-ud-trucks-launches-new-medium-duty-condor-truck.
6. ↑ "Birth of the new "Condor"". https://www.udtrucks.com/japan/news-and-stories/news/20240124/new-condor.

## External links

* Nissan Diesel Condor Homepage

Template:UD vehicles

0.00

(0 votes)

Original source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UD Condor. Read more

|

Retrieved from "https://handwiki.org/wiki/index.php?title=Engineering:UD_Condor&oldid=4556001"