Mitsubishi Trucks, Japan

The Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation is a manufacturer of trucks and buses. It is headquartered in Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan. The Fuso word is derived from the ancient Chinese term Fusang, for a sacred tree said to grow at the spot in the East where the sun rises and has been used to refer to Japan itself. The actual Fuso tree is a hibiscus.

Trucks like Canter, known for its easy driving diesel engine, and Fighter, with its well-balanced combination of safety, economic efficiency, and eco-friendly design, are also popular.

History

FUSO is known for trucks and buses that come with trusted quality, economic efficiency, solid and functional design, as well as committed services. Mitsubishi FUSO Truck & Bus Corporation is an integral member of Daimler Trucks, the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer.

In 1941:- Mitsubishi produced its first YB40 2-ton diesel truck.

In 1951:- W11 4-ton tow truck is produced.

In 1955:- T33 8-ton, Japan’s first genuine heavy-duty truck, is produced.

FUSO products are known for their trusted quality, economic efficiency, as well as their solid and functional design. FUSO's passion to deliver the best product, alongside with its committed services. FUSO company slogan “All for you” emphasizes its commitment to the customers, partners, and passengers, and its desire to become their brand of choice. This commitment can be found in the way of design, development, validity, and manufacture of vehicles.

In 1963:- The first Canter (T720) rolled off the production line in March 1963. The name Canter refers to its power and stamina, which are comparable to qualities of a horse.

In 1977:- “FS119S” heavy-duty low bed truck is launched.

In 1978:- "Canter" light duty truck undergoes full model change. wide cab and 3-ton models are added to lineup.

In 1983:- Mitsubishi produced Heavy-duty truck FT/FU/FV series undergo full model change and is given the new name "The Great."

In 1984:- “Fighter”, medium-duty truck, is launched.

In 1996:- Heavy-duty truck undergoes a first model change in 13 years and named “Super Great”.

In 2003:- The Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) was established. DaimlerChrysler, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation and other Mitsubishi companies acquired 43-, 42- and 15-percent shares, respectively, in MFTBC.

In 2005:- Mitsubishi Motors Corporation transferred its MFTBC shares to DaimlerChrysler as part of their compensation agreement for financial damages resulting from quality problems and recalls at MFTBC. DaimlerChrysler and the Mitsubishi companies hold shares of 89 and 11 percent, respectively.

In 2006:- “Canter” light-duty truck undergoes full model change. Wide cab and 3-ton models are added to the lineup.

In 2010:- “Canter” light-duty truck undergoes full model change.

In 2014:- Launched the Super Great V, with its realization of game-changing low-fuel consumption.

In 2016:- The further-evolved “Canter” light-duty truck is launched.

The Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) was made part of the Daimler Group, becoming the international competence centre for the development of light trucks. But there's even more: owing to its experience, collected over decades, in the development of low-emission powertrains, the FUSO headquarters in Kawasaki in Japan is also Daimler's global development centre for hybrid technology.

Facilities

Fuso trucks are developed and built primarily at the following Japanese facilities:

• Kitsuregawa Proving Ground
• Kawasaki Plant and Research and Development Center
• Nakatsu Plant, Aikawa, Kanagawa
• Mitsubishi Fuso Bus Manufacturing Company in Toyama, Toyama

Mitsubishi Fuso Canter work trucks are marketed in Japan and a number of other countries.

Mitsubishi Fuso Lineup

Mitsubishi Canter Truck

The Mitsubishi Fuso Canter is a line of light-duty commercial truck manufactured by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation since 1963. The range is currently marketed in Japan, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, Iran and a number of other Asian countries.
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Mitsubishi Fighter Truck

The Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter is a line of medium-duty commercial truck manufactured by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation since 1984. The range was primarily available in other big-size and mid-size trucks. Most mid-size and big-size models of the truck are distinguishable by a front 'Fighter' badge, but the common Mitsubishi badge is usually used on the rear.
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Mitsubishi Super Great Truck

The Mitsubishi Fuso Super Great is a heavy-duty commercial vehicle manufactured by Mitsubishi Fuso, a former division of Mitsubishi Motors. Launched in 1996 to succeed the Mitsubishi Fuso The Great. The range was primarily available in other big-size trucks. Most big-size models of the truck are distinguishable using a front 'Super Great' badge, but the common badge is usually used on the rear.
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Mitsubishi Canter Eco Hybrid Truck

The Mitsubishi Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid is a hybrid diesel-electric commercial truck made and sold by the Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation in Japan. The vehicle is being produced at the company’s Kawasaki Manufacturing Plant, in Japan.
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