The Fuso Canter has a lot going for it, at the centre of the dashboard is a large screen that’s easy to use and large enough to display all of the different systems available.
It can show up to five camera views as well as the image from the main reversing camera, prioritising driver safety.
Once out on the road the performance of the engine and transmission come into their own. The three litre diesel has proved its worth over the years and this latest Euro 6 version is no different.
Although there is a five speed manual gearbox available, the six speed Duonic AMT is now showing some maturity and makes seamless changes, reacting swiftly to the pressure – or lack of – from the driver’s right foot.
Driver experience is the focus with this kind of truck, giving them the confidence to concentrate on the actual job in hand, navigating from A to B without incident in the safest and most timely manner.
That paired with the excellent visibility around the cabin, afforded by the low set windows and you have a driver able to keep an eye out for any issues, knowing full well that the truck is capable of looking after itself, if there is one.
Driver comfort is also enhanced by using an independent front suspension system on the narrow and low variants. This finally dispels past memories of short parabolic springs on the front axles of Japanese trucks and their bone jarring ride.
These latest models show a poise and balance which was unimaginable 25 years ago on a small urban distribution truck.
Sorry with thanks to TradeTrucks Online Magazine