The trucks HINO races in the Dakar Rally - the "Little Monsters".
Based on the HINO 500 Series trucks that are known for their world-class durability, these mid-sized racing trucks continue to fight fiercely against larger monster camions powered by engines with more than twice the displacement of the 500 Series engine. This is why these trucks, nicknamed "little monsters," have instilled fear and awse in their rivals. These trucks are currently being maximized the potential inherent in HINO trucks so that they will be ready to take on the race.
Race truck specifications
| Car 1 | Car 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle name | HINO500 Series | |
| HINO500 Series GT | 7,300kg | 7,400kg |
| Length | 6,290mm | 6,370mm |
| Width | 2,500mm | |
| Height | 3,150mm | |
| Wheelbase | 3,890mm | 3,970mm |
| Rear body | Tube frame and tarpaulin mounted on mainframe | |
| Engine | ||
| Engine model | A09C-TI (turbo with intercooler) | |
| Engine type | Inline 6-cylinder 4-cycle diesel | |
| Displacement | 8.866L | |
| Maximum outout / rpm | 650PS／2,200rpm | |
| Maximum torque / rpm | 230kgm ／1,200rpm | |
| Fuel injection system | Electronically-controlled fuel injection (common rail) | |
| Fuel tank capacity | 700L | |
| Drive system | ||
| Drive type | Part-time four-wheel drive | Full-time four-wheel drive |
| Clutch | Φ430mm single plate | |
| Transmission | 6-speed forward, 1-speed reverse | |
| Transfer | 2-speed (Hi-Lo) | |
| Axle | Hub reduction axle | |
| Suspension | ||
| Spring | Taper leaf suspension | |
| Shock absorbers | Coil-over twin shock absorbers *One of two shock absorbers equipped on each wheel | |
| Brake | Ventilated disc brake with opposing 4-pot calipers | |
| Tire | Michelin XZL 14.00R20 | |
| Wheel | Forged aluminum wheel | |
| Central Tire Inflation System | 4-wheel independent control | |
| Steering | Ball nut type (integral-type power steering) | |