The Quon represents a full model change for UD Trucks’ heavy-duty flagship.
The new Quon is easier and smoother to support the driver. The cockpit has been redesigned around the way it feels to use it, with operability and visibility ergonomically reengineered from the ground up. The new ESCOT-VI electronically controlled automatic transmission adopts a simple, easy-to-use straight shift pattern and enhances its ability to navigate snowy and muddy conditions. All models feature disc brakes as standard.
It uses a fuel-efficient, powerful and clean 11-liter GH11 engine which complies with Japanese 2016 exhaust gas regulations, and all models achieve at least 5% improvements over the 2015 fuel economy standards for heavy vehicles in Japan. The engine generates powerful torque from low revs up through a wide RPM range. To further support fuel-efficient driving, the Quon also features the ESCOT-VI’s Foretrack anticipatory solutions that use GPS to look ahead, as well as the Fuel Coach, a system that displays driving advice to help drivers achieve further improvement in fuel economy.
Safety is well catered for through the UD Trucks Traffic Eye Brake system (collision mitigation braking), which uses high-precision radar and a cabin-mounted camera for dual-monitoring of the road ahead, as well as advanced driver assistance systems including Driver Alert Support. The new flagship is also fitted with disc brakes that have good heat-release properties for anti-fade performance. In combination, these advanced systems deliver enhancements on both active and passive safety.
Every component has been refined to realize an overall lighter vehicle, while achieving gains in load-carrying capacity of up to 200kg depending on the model. Improved ease of loading, bodybuilding efficiency and smoothness at creeping speed for approaching loading docks also increase productivity. The Quon offers a highly productive range of vehicles optimised for customers with different business needs. It is easier to maintain, with a reduced number of parts requiring regular replacement and longer service intervals on genuine parts. Moreover, comprehensive UD Extra Mile Support including UD Genuine Parts and Service, the UD Trust service agreement, and UD Information Service utilizing the latest in connectivity - keeps customers’ vehicles in the best possible condition to maximize uptime. Source