UD Truck - Nissan light and medium duty diesel UD trucks, parts & accessories

NDA decided to enter the U.S. market with the Class 7, CP Series because it was well suited to the U.S. Market Research showed that the Class 7 market was growing at that time due to the changing U.S. economy. These changes included a shift from heavy manufacturing to a service base, changing distribution methods and increased importance of "just-in-time" inventory control systems. The CPB12 and CPC12 were the right trucks for the U.S. Class 7 market.

To supplement the Class 7 products, three additional trucks were introduced in 1986 - the Class 5, CMA83; Class 6, CLA83; and Class 7 tractor, CPC12T.

In 1988, Marubeni Corporation, a large Japanese trading company, invested in Nissan Diesel America. Marubeni conducts business in many different markets such as lumber, automobiles, construction equipment, hydroelectric projects and trucks. The partnership of Nissan Diesel Motor Company and Marubeni strengthened the position of Nissan Diesel America in the United States.

For the 1989 model year, the model designations of all UD TRUCKS in the U.S. Were changed. The new nomenclature promotes the "UD" trademark and also identifies the approximate gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). The CMA83 is now the UD1800, with a GVWR of approximately 18,000 pounds. The UD3000, formerly the CPB12, has a GVWR of approximately 30,000 pounds.

In the 1989 model year, Nissan Diesel America also added three new truck models -- two medium-duty trucks, the UD2600 and UD2800, and a light-duty Class 3 chassis, the UD1100.

For the 1990 model year, NDA added another Class 6 chassis -- the UD2300 with a GVWR of 22,500 pounds. Several new wheelbase options were also added. A key improvement on 1990 medium-duty chassis was the inclusion of an air dryer as standard equipment.

The 1992 model year for UD TRUCKS represented the most changes of any prior model year. Models were added including the UD1300 and the UD3000SD, as well as new powertrains. All the medium-duty engines were intercooled providing additional performance. UD TRUCKS for 1992 represented some of the highest horsepower in their classes. The 1992 product line had 10 models that ranging from 13,000 to 32,900 pounds GVWR straight trucks and a 60,000 pound GCWR single axle tractor.

UD TRUCKS were ranked the best cab-over medium-duty trucks in customer satisfaction by J. D. Power & Associates in 1993.

The 1994 model year introduced UD TRUCKS first entry into the Class 4 market, the UD1400. There were major changes, including a completely new cab, for the light-duty UD market. The Class 4 market represented one of the only GVW classifications growing at the time of introduction.

The 1995 model year represented the most drastic changes to the medium-duty product line since UD TRUCKS were introduced to the U.S. Market A totally new cab, which was given the prestigious "Good Design Award" by Japan's Ministry of International Trade and Industry, is the highlight of the 1995 medium-duty product line. Other improvements include increased noise dampening materials, an SOF catalytic converter and self-adjusting brakes. A new model, the UD2300DH is for customers needing the payload capacity of the UD2300 and "dock loading" capability. The 1995MY UD TRUCKS represent the most modern COE products in the U. S.

Nissan Diesel Motor Company continues to provide leading edge technology to customers. A new test facility in Montigue, Japan represents one of the most modern facilities of its kind in the world. Alternative fuel engines and CNG/Diesel hybrids are being tested in Japan today for future use in other markets around the world.

Nissan Diesel Motor Company has a comprehensive product line that includes trucks from Class 3 through heavy-duty Class 8. The product line also includes special vehicles such as crane carriers, buses and off-road equipment.Nissan Diesel America will continue to consider changing markets when planning the UD TRUCKS product line.