Nissan Diesel Condor - a versatile medium-duty truck

• Characteristics
• Reviews
• Features of operation
• Tuning

Nissan Diesel Condor received its name due to the fact that the company of the same name was part of the Nissan corporation, producing power units and the series of trucks in question for it. Cars of modifications 15, 20, 30, Z are aimed at consumers interested in a compact and universal vehicle with a carrying capacity of 1.5 to 8 tons. The standard model is equipped with an engine with power from 105 to 225 horsepower, has an expanded range of applications, and the chassis is designed for a variety of functionality. Since 2007, the company's assets came under the wing of the Volvo holding, after which the name of the car was changed to UD Truck Condor.

Nissan Diesel Condor received its name due to the fact that the company of the same name was part of the Nissan corporation, producing power units and the series of trucks in question for it.

Features of operation

The Nissan Diesel Condor truck is in demand in the field of medium and large businesses, used by organizations transporting diverse cargo, and is also used in construction and business industries. The cars in question are available with a standard, long and extra-long wheelbase. There are modifications with a classic or twin cabin. Models are available with right-hand drive and left-hand drive.

The cars in question are available with standard, long and extra-long wheelbases

A variety of body variations and a load capacity of up to 8 tons make it possible to transport large quantities of goods over long distances with minimal economic costs.

The equipment features of the compact and durable Nissan Diesel Condor include the following:

1. The reliability of the vehicle is due to the fact that the company that produces trucks of this brand is engaged in the development and production of diesel units, which are distinguished by impeccable quality, efficiency and high torque at low speeds;
2. To minimize the toxicity of exhaust gases, the developers used innovative solutions in the exhaust system and the combustion cycle of fuel in the cylinders;
3. Small-tonnage Condors have maneuverability, fuel consumption and dimensions parameters close to those of a passenger car;
4. Good control of the situation on the road and excellent visibility are provided by functional mirrors, modern lighting elements and a wide windshield;
5. The all-metal cabin has an ergonomic design, installed above the power unit using a torsion bar design;
6. The diesel engine has a high operating time before overhaul (at least 300 thousand km);
7. The control panel is equipped with electronic and digital control devices for the main car systems;
8. Control is facilitated by the PGU of the steering unit;
9. Nissan Diesel Condor trucks with light and medium payloads are equipped with a hydraulic brake system, while heavy-duty vehicles are equipped with pneumatic-hydraulic brakes.

A variety of body variations and a load capacity of up to 8 tons make it possible to transport large quantities of goods over long distances with minimal economic costs

High build quality facilitates the operation of the vehicle in question in difficult conditions. The car is supplied to Russia in limited quantities; you can purchase a used Condor at an online auction or directly from the owner

Price

Used cars manufactured in 2001-2006 were sold at the August 2015 Japanese auctions from 2.5 to 4.6 million rubles. On the Russian market, “on the go” vehicles can be purchased from 500 thousand rubles, their price depends on the condition of the truck.

Condor vehicles are among the best in the class of medium-duty trucks. It is not widely used in Russia due to obvious disinterest on the part of the manufacturer. No investors have been found to organize assembly production.

Nissan and Volvo sales and service centers are not active or willing to work with small and medium-tonnage trucks.

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Modifications of Nissan Diesel Condor

The truck in question is equipped with a universal chassis, on the basis of which it is possible to create practical and reliable vehicles for various purposes. The following modifications were created based on the Japanese car:

• A booth for household purposes and transportation of work crews;
• Flatbed truck for transporting bulk and bulky cargo;
• Refka (refrigerator);
• Crane-manipulator with retractable boom;
• Tow trucks of various types;
• Dump truck;
• Special modifications.

The truck in question is equipped with a universal chassis, on the basis of which it is possible to create practical and reliable vehicles for various purposes

Such diverse areas make the car in question indispensable in many areas of the national economy, private entrepreneurship, long-distance transportation and when performing official tasks.

Specifications

The car in question has an all-metal cabin, steering with a PSU from a separate oil pump. Impact with wheels is traditional for trucks. Diesel power units QD 32, 4HG 1, J07E - TC and their modifications comply with Euro 3 standards. The engines can be with or without turbine supercharging and are mounted in-line. There is vacuum support for the units.

The car in question has an all-metal cabin, steering with a PSU from a separate oil pump

Suspension

Variations of the Nissan Condor Hooper are available with half or fully unloaded axles and single or double tires. The frame and rear axle interact using shock absorbers and semi-elliptical springs, there are bump stops and travel limiters.

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Clutch and gearbox

The car is equipped with a dry single-plate clutch with a hydraulic drive and a vacuum booster. The manual transmission is controlled from the cab using a cable mechanism and provides 5 torque shifts when moving forward and 1 in reverse. The gearbox interacts with the power take-off device. Some truck models are equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

Brake system

The truck series in question uses two braking systems:

• Double circuit drum design equipped with load detector;
• Dual-circuit disc system on the front axle and drum brake on the rear.

The brake unit has a hydraulic drive, a vacuum type booster, a parking brake with a cable structure, and a central block on the secondary shaft of the gearbox. Additional control is provided by a mountain brake with a magnetic valve.

Electrical equipment

The voltage can be 12 or 24 V, the negative terminal of the battery is connected to ground, the generator - 40 or 50 A, the starter with or without a gearbox.

The car is equipped with a dry single-plate clutch with a hydraulic drive and a vacuum booster

Below are the main technical characteristics of the Nissan Diesel Condor FD 42, FD 46, FE 6 truck, which are shown in the table:

Owner reviews

1. Condor is an economical, strong and reliable car. The car is assembled on a universal flexible and durable frame that allows installation of different types of bodies and equipment.
2. Behavior on the highway and in cramped urban conditions satisfies drivers. The car is dynamic, maneuverable and stable. The height of the loading platform allows for mechanized loading operations.
3. High strength parameters of the entire structure, chassis, tires and steel wheels with sufficient margin for permissible load.
4. The parameters of the cabin, controls and controls are modern in functionality and ergonomics.
5. Repairing Condor, like any Japanese vehicle, requires a professional approach. Due to the quality of the product, it is produced infrequently, mainly for cars of early years of production.
6. Excessive load on electronic control and monitoring systems increases the price of the car and complicates the replacement of spare parts.

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Nissan Diesel Condor

The following table shows the dimensions and some other parameters:

Nissan Diesel Condor

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More detailed comparative technical characteristics of Nissan Diesel Condor FE6, FD42, FD46, Hooper and others can be studied in this table.

Updated models and tuning Nissan Diesel Condor

Already under the new name UD Trucks Condor has released an updated series of medium-duty trucks: 4-ton MK and 6-ton LK. The cars are equipped with a modern aerodynamic cabin and power units with maximum fuel consumption using FLENDS technology. Diesels of the fifth series have a volume of 5 liters, power - 215 horsepower and 7 liters with 245 horses. The gearbox has an economy mode that allows you to reduce torque and fuel consumption, if necessary. The modern injection system ensures greater fuel combustion efficiency.

A hybrid truck equipped with a gas engine and an electric storage motor with a capacitor system is being tested. With successful tests and the launch of this car into production, the design of the power unit will reduce fuel consumption by one and a half times, as well as reduce exhaust toxicity by 50%.

Additional tuning of the Nissan Diesel Condor provides the following:

1. Driving and dynamic characteristics are improved;
2. At equal loads, less fuel is consumed;
3. Increases torque at low and medium speeds.

In addition, you can choose the original exterior trim, insulate the interior and strengthen the suspension of the work truck.

You can choose the original exterior trim, insulate the interior and strengthen the suspension of the work truck

User manual

You can find out detailed equipment, placement of components and the possibility of repairing Nissan FD 42, FE 6, FD 46 by studying the operating manual.

Development of models

UD Trucks Corporation has updated its Condor line of medium-duty trucks. The model range consists of 4-ton Condor MK and 6-ton Condor LK machines. They received a new aerodynamic cabin design with increased working space.

Power plants are branded economical GH5 and GH7 engines. The fifth series engines with a displacement of 5 liters operate with a power rating of 215 hp. With. The seven-liter GH7 produces 245 hp. With.

To achieve environmental standards and maximum fuel consumption parameters, the Final Low Emission New Diesel System (FLENDS) technology is used.

An Economy ED mode is integrated into the gearbox, which reduces torque under appropriate conditions and reduces fuel consumption. New injection units increase the efficiency of fuel combustion in the cylinders by increasing the pressure in the fuel supply system.

A gas-fuelled hybrid power unit, coupled with an electric motor and an electricity storage device with a capacitor circuit, is at the testing stage.

In braking mode, the electric motor generates power to the storage device. During acceleration, the energy of the capacitors is used by an electric motor working in tandem with a diesel engine. This scheme reduces fuel costs by 1.5 times. Exhaust toxicity is halved.