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Toyota City — TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION today announced a full model change for the
cab-over LITEACE and TOWN ACE Trucks. The new models were released for nationwide sale
from today.
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Major Features of LITEACE and TOWN ACE Trucks
2. Improved Performance
1) Wider Range of Engines
With the addition of two new types of gasoline engines, the 1.8-liter 4-cylinder Type 2Y
and the 1.5-liter 4-cylinder Type 5K, customers are offered a wider range of choice in
engines. The other engines are: the 1.3-liter Type 4K gasoline, the 1.8-liter Type 1C
diesel, and the 2.0-liter Type 2C diesel.
2) Increased Load Capacity of Long-Deck Models
The reinforced deck floor on the Long-Deck Models has increased their load capacity
from 850kg to one ton.
3) Improved Steering and Brakes
Steering: All LITEACE and TOWN ACE trucks are equipped with rack and pinion
steering. In addition, power
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steering is now available in more models than before. Brakes: All LITEACE and TOWN
ACE trucks are equipped with ventilated disk brakes in the front. The Load Sensing
Proportioning & Bypass Valve (LSP&BV) for the rear allows more precise braking
control to complement load changes.
4) Stronger Chassis and Deck
To improve its strength, the side-frames of the chassis are of box-frame construction. In
addition, the double-Y construction in the front end reinforces the chassis.
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Main Specifications: LITEACE and TOWN ACE Truck
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