Isuzu Forward

The Isuzu Forward (Japanese: いすゞ・フォワード, Isuzu Fowādo) (also known as the Isuzu F-Series) is a line of medium-duty commercial vehicles manufactured by Isuzu since 1970. All F-series trucks are cab over designs and the cabin comes fully built from the factory. Most models come with a diesel engine; but, some markets get CNG derivatives as well. The F-series is available a variety of cab styles, engines, 4WD or 2WD depending on the market it is sold. Most trucks are assembled in Japan; however, they are locally assembled from CKD kits in some countries.

Isuzu Forward
Overview
ManufacturerIsuzu
Also calledIsuzu F-Series
Chevrolet/GMC T-Series (United States 1997-2009)
Isuzu Borneo (Indonesia)
Isuzu Heavy Duty
Isuzu Giga (Indonesia)
Isuzu Deca (Thailand)
Chevrolet F series (Colombia)
Isuzu Tora (Turkey)
UD Condor (2017-)
Huawei FSR/FRR/FTR/FXZ (China 2021-Present)(Forward 3nd 4th and 5th Generation)
Production1966-present
AssemblyJapan
Biñan, Laguna, Philippines (IPC)
Ulyanovsk, Russia (Sollers-Isuzu)
Chongqing, China (Qingling)
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (IVC)
Huechuraba, Chile
Karawang, Indonesia (IAMI)[1]
Lagos, Nigeria (GMNL)
Pekan, Malaysia (Isuzu HICOM)
Karachi, Pakistan (Ghandhara Industries)
Istanbul, Turkey (Anadolu Isuzu)
Baku, Azerbaijan
China ZhenZhen (Huawei.Isuzu Motors Company)
Body and chassis
ClassMedium duty truck
Body styleTruck (standard cab (Worldwide), crew cab (Australia only))
PlatformHINO KM (China)
Powertrain
Engine6BB1, 6BD1, 6BD1T, 6BG1, 6BG1T, 6HH1, 6SD1, 6HK1, CHS 3, 4HK1, 6NX1-TCS VGS Turbo
TransmissionIsuzu (manual/semi-automatic)
Allison (automatic)
Eaton Fuller (manual)

Most mid-size and big-size models of the truck are distinguishable by a front 'Forward' badge; but the common Isuzu badge is usually used on the rear.

The Isuzu Forward is among the commercial grade trucks used by the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force for rear line duties.

In the United States, its principal competitors are Bering MD, Chevrolet W-Series, GMC W-Series, Mitsubishi Fuso FK and the UD 2000/2300. In Japan, its main competitors are Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter, Nissan Diesel/UD Trucks Condor, Hino Ranger.

For the Chilean and Peruvian markets, the trucks were shipped from Japan as CKD kits to Huechuraba, Chile, where up to 2 a day can be assembled by a team of 13 workers. They were badged as Chevrolets, and GMCs until 2009. On June 10, 2008, GM Chile announced its 20,000th Isuzu truck assembled in its Huechuraba plant (including N and F series).

First Generation 1970-1986

The First Generation Forward was launched in April 1970 with two body styles, full cab and short cab (S) and its exclusive only in japan and all are equipped with a D500 diesel engine.

Forward S

  • SBR/SCR (4t)

Forward

  • FBR/FCR/FDR (5t)

Second Generation (SBR/JBR/FBR) 1975-1985
Second Generation Isuzu Forward

The Second Generation Forward was released in August 1975, powered by the new isuzu 6BB1, 6BD1, 6BD1T and 6BF1 engines.

  • JBR/JCR/JDR (6-7t)
  • FTM (10t)

Semi-tractor

  • VDR (4.5t, 5t)

4WD

  • SCS (4t)

Third Generation (FTR/FVR/FSR/FRR/FVZ) 1985-1994
Third Generation Forward with crane

The Third generation forward was launched in June 1985 as the successor to the first and second generation forwards, the design is based on the 810's cab design and it was the first truck to win the Good Design Award.

The FTR, FVR, FSR and FRR are all equipped with naturally aspirated and turbocharged isuzu 6BG1 and 6HE1 engines mated to the six-speed manual or NAVi6 six-speed automatic gearbox with an optional ABS.

Fourth Generation (1994-2007)
Fourth Generation Forward with flatbed

The fourth generation forward was released in february 1994 with all SOHC engines starting with the naturally aspirated or turbocharged 6HE1 until 1999 and replaced with the new 8.2 litre 6HH1 and 7.8 litre 6HK1-TC engines mated to the six-speed manual or Isuzu's 'Smoother F' automatic gearbox, with Power Shift and HSA are standard equipment, only the ABS/ASR are optional.

Models

  • FTR (8 t)
  • FRR (4 t)
  • FSR (5 t, 6.5 t, 7 t)
  • FVR (9 t)
  • FVZ (10 t)
  • FRD (4 t)
  • FSD (5 t, 7 t)

Fifth Generation (2007-Present)
Fifth Generation forward with Tadano Crane

The Fifth Generation Forward was launched in May 2007 when the 6x6 variant was exhibited at 43rd Tokyo Motor Show in 2013, all models are equipped with Isuzu 4H/6H engines

Current lineup

Japan/Worldwide

  • FRR
  • FSR
  • FTR
  • FVR
  • FVM
  • FVZ
  • FSS
  • FTS
  • GSR

Australia
Isuzu FTR as fire engine (Australia)
Isuzu FVR 1000 (Australia)

Isuzu is the market leader in Australia and makes unique models to that market. It includes Crew cabs of popular models with options like 4X4 and PTO. Australia also receives slightly larger versions codenamed FX-series.

  • FRD
  • FSR
  • FSD
  • FTR
  • FVR
  • FVD
  • FVM
  • FVL
  • FVZ
  • GVD
  • FSS
  • FTS
  • FXR
  • FXD
  • FXZ
  • FXY
  • FXL
  • GXD

Discontinued models
  • FRD
  • FSD
  • FRS
  • GSR
  • JCS (SKD assembled in India by Hindustan)

See also

References
  1. https://m.detik.com/finance/industri/d-2880523/pabrik-mobil-isuzu-di-karawang-rp-17-triliun-resmi-beroperasi
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