Nissan’s entry into the New Zealand truck market was with the 6TW12 Jumbo, which was a revelation in the 1960’s as it boasted a tandem drive, 236hp from a two-stroke Uniflow diesel engine, a solid six-road suspension package and unheard durability for the era.
Once the two-stroke engines had seen their day, and Nissan’s four-strokes appeared on the scene and the TW50 V8s arrived, this truck more than any other established the brand in New Zealand, and in particular Southland and Otago.
Firstly with Melhops, who were instrumental in establishing Nissan Diesel into the country, and then with CVC, the brand became legendary in the South.
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