Commentary
“ELF”, a full cab-over 2-ton light-duty truck was launched in 1959 for the first time in Japan.
It looked smaller than a bonnet truck but was capable of carrying much more load.
The original model was installed with a 1.5L gasoline engine. In the following year, a diesel model with a 2L DL200 (52HP) was released.
It was the Japan’s first light-duty diesel truck with superior loading capacity, fuel efficiency and drivability. Thanks to its high market reputation, it truly established itself as the best-selling truck brand.
DL201 an upgraded engine was later released. Further improvements were made to the radiator grill and side mirrors.
Specification
| Engine model | DL201 |
|---|---|
| Type | 4-cylinder, water-cooled, in-line |
| Displacement | 1,991 cc |
| Maximum output | 55 PS (40 kW) |
| Fuel | Diesel fuel |
| Overal length | 4,690 mm |
|---|---|
| Overal width | 1,690 mm |
| Overall height | 1,990 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,460 mm |
| Complete vehicle curb weight | 1,540 kg |
| Maximum load | 2,000 kg |
| Riding capacity | 3 people |
Award
"The best 240 automotive technologies of Japan", Society of Automotive Engineers of Japan, Inc. (1960 Model TL151)
Origin of a name
ELF, meaning a mischievous sprite, denotes agile performance and street-smart features.
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