The UD Trade-mark was owned by Nissan until 2007, when it -- and Nissan Diesel, its source society -- were bought outside by the Volvo category. UD initially stood for uniflow scavenging diesel engine on the other hand -- finished some intelligent rebranding -- was changed to the else romantic, Eventual Dependability. The UD Trade-mark focused primarily on diesel-engined trucks and buses.
Engine and Transmission Specs
The Nissan UD 1800 was powered by a 225 HP, six cylinder engine. The engine was turbocharged, which meant the air flowing into the engine is compressed and thence yet denser. This increases the efficacy output of the engine. The Nissan UD 1800 had a six-speed transmission and a 33 gallon fuel receptacle.
Brakes, Tires and Steering
The vehicle was fitted with air over hydraulic brakes, which meant a combination of compressed air and hydraulic power was used in the braking action. An exhaust brake was further installed on the vehicle, which used compressed exhaust gases in the exhaust manifold to slow the engine down. The UD 1800's tires were 215/75R 17/5 radial tires mounted on 6-hole steel CD wheels, and the vehicle was equipped with power steering.
Body Specs
The 2000 UD 1800 included a Jerr-Dann ponderous profession steel rollback. The rollback had detachable sides, a cloudless bar, hydraulic turn lift, dual Bedstead controls, air PTO and frame mounted storage box. The Bedstead of the rollback was 19 feet elongated.
The rollback version had an extended cab for three man seating and a center seat that folded out into a desk or console. The UD 1800 also used an air brake as a parking brake.
