FG series.3B 1961-1966 Hino Briska

the briska introduced in march 1961 @ exhibitions in 32 cities across japan. called fg10, used hitachi-stromberg carburetor on modified version of contessa s engine, derived of renault 4cv. in march 1962, briska lineup added longer version second bench seat rear seat passengers (fg20p, available in panel van version called fg20v).

the body style single bench seat carry payload of 750 kg (1,653 lb), while crew cab accommodate 400 kg (882 lb). in september 1962 longer fg30 arrived (also fg30p , v), on longer wheelbase , upgraded 850 kg (1,874 lb) payload. briska first japanese produced truck accommodate 3 passengers on single bench seat, according japanese governments ministry of posts , telecommunications. panel delivery van (fg20v/fg30v) built 2 years due lack of sales. in 1963, engine uprated original 35 ps (26 kw; 35 bhp) 40 ps (29 kw; 39 bhp). meant top speed increased, 91 100 km/h (57 62 mph).