The Chinese automobile industry is today one of the world leaders in the production of various cars. If we consider the middle class, then one of the best in it is the van "Photon 1069". We will talk about him in detail in the article.
general information
"Photon 1069" began its history at the dawn of 2000. First of all, this machine was focused on the Chinese domestic market, but in the end it was widely used not only within the Celestial Empire, but also throughout the world.
The named car hit Russia in 2008. From the very beginning, this truck squeezed its competitors, the GAZ cars, in the domestic car market.
Benefits
"Photon 1069" can not be called a van, which has some special appearance. Its design is quite primitive. The cabin has standard sizes, the controls are conveniently located, and the mirrors provide excellent all-round visibility. At the same time, the truck is ahead of its pursuers in technical equipment, which we dwell on in more detail. The car is good as follows:
- She has several body styles. Due to this, the scope of its use is quite wide.
- It has an impressive payload indicator of 4 tons.
- It has a very high quality of components and parts.
- It is characterized by low cost, as well as compactness and maneuverability.
- Easy to operate and unpretentious to fuel and oil.
- The truck does not require too expensive maintenance. Finding parts "Photon 1069" is also not difficult.
- Economically consumes fuel.
- It is well adapted for the low quality of Russian roads. At the same time, the car can endure the winter period without any problems, while other imported analogues begin to spoil the nerves of their owners.
The scope of the truck is quite extensive and depends on the modification. The Chinese creators of the described machine offer such its performance:
- Euro platform - the car is equipped with an awning body, which, in turn, has a side and top sliding curtain.
- Standard side-mounted platform with hinged sides.
- Isothermal van made on the basis of sandwich panels. This option is well suited for transporting food, since the required temperature conditions and other indicators are maintained inside the van.
- Box manufactured goods with a rigid frame, which eliminates the possibility of penetration inside by unauthorized persons.
In general, the "Photon 1069", reviews of which are exclusively positive, is one of the most successful options for medium-tonnage trucks, which allows saving money and clearly fulfilling planned tasks.
Options
It is important to know the parameters of the described car. So, the overall dimensions of the machine are:
- Length - 6 725 mm.
- Height - 2 280 mm.
- Width - 2 100 mm.
- Body volume - 28 cubic meters. m
- Ground clearance - 1 900 mm.
- Turning radius (minimum) - 8 500 mm.
- The maximum permissible vehicle weight is 8,600 kg.
- Payload - 5 tons.
- The maximum speed of movement is 95 km / h.
- The capacity of the fuel tank is 120 liters.
- Fuel consumption - 15 liters per 100 kilometers.
- Wheel formula - 4 x 2.
- Wheels - 7.50R16.
Power point
The engine "Photon 1069" - almost the most important advantage of the machine. Thanks to the large engine capacity, the truck can transport heavy loads over long distances without any difficulties.
The car is equipped with a four-stroke diesel engine Perkins Phaser135Ti, which has fuel injection, turbocharging and intermediate air cooling. Cylinders are arranged in one row.
The technical indicators of the motor are:
- volume - 4 l;
- power - 137 l. from.;
- compression ratio - 17.5;
- number of cylinders - 4;
- torque - 445 Nm.
The described engine has another distinguishing feature: it allows the truck to overcome long steep climbs and provides quick acceleration. In addition, the engine starts without problems even in cold weather and works perfectly on domestic fuel.
Conclusion
"Photon 1069" is equipped with a hydraulic power steering. Gearbox - six-speed, mechanical. The braking system is dual-circuit, pneumatic. All wheels have drum brakes, which, incidentally, cannot be called very reliable. The cabin is designed for three people and is made of all-metal. If necessary, it easily reclines to carry out repair work. The driver's seat is adjustable in height.