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The sanctions have seriously rebuilt the commercial vehicle market. The disappeared overseas brands are replaced by Chinese brands. This is our new reality. For example, Dongfeng recently started
A crisis is not only a test, but also an opportunity. It is at such times that the needs grow, blocking freshly baked marketplaces and warehouses. There is therefore a special need for company cars, because goods have to be transported on something. The competition in the car market is becoming increasingly fierce. For example, JAC started selling the N35 model a year ago and now two new products from Sollers have arrived: Atlant and Argo. The latter have the same Chinese roots as the former. Let’s add here the domestic “Gazelle Business” – well, already a lot. But nevertheless, the segment could widen. Will the “heavenly” company Dongfeng Motor help in this by launching the Captain-T model?
“Khodovka” – dependent, spring. This means that the “older” 3.5 ton truck, which is usually bought to work on a long “shoulder” of delivery, can be safely loaded as needed to not only save, but also earn. At the same time, the machines in all versions are equipped with an electronic motion stabilization system.
We continue to look at the “inside” and examine the steel ladder frame. There are many holes for mounting different superstructures. But about them a little later. In the meantime, let’s take a look at the front axle, it is continuous, with fork-type steering knuckles. Grease nipples are provided for lubricating the bearings. And the leading bridge is made in the form of a rectangular beam with a large central part. In general, everything is classic and there is nothing special to break. Here are only the front brake discs without mudguards. Not a big deal, but they would certainly extend the life of the parts.
I open the door, grab the practical handle on the A-pillar and find myself in the driver’s seat. The opening is wide and therefore “landing” is convenient. I adjust the seat for myself using mechanical levers, I adjust the steering wheel in height. In general, everything is there for normal operation: large mirrors with electric and heating, air conditioning, radio, ABS, ESP, power windows, heated driver’s seat, many niches for little things and even cruise control.
It remains to start the supercharged 2.3-liter “diesel” Quanchai Q23-132E60, grab the handle of the five-speed “mechanics” and hit the road.
The Euro-5 class engine develops 128 horsepower. Of. and 315 “newtons” of torque in the 1300-2000 rpm range. This 4-cylinder Common Rail unit has a number of advantages over its competitors. Let’s say he has the biggest plank of the moment. For comparison, in JAC N25, as in Sollers Argo, this figure is only 285 Nm. And the design provides for the SCR system (exhaust gas after-treatment by atomizing the AdBlue solution). It makes the engine less fickle about fuel quality and more reliable than the infamous EGR technology.
First gear is very short and the car accelerates quite smoothly. You won’t believe it, but behind the wheel I feel like in a passenger car. Due to the wide glazing of the cab, the traffic situation is clearly visible. Mirror “mugs” minimize “dead” zones behind them. The steering wheel is easy to turn, especially when maneuvering at low speed to make tight turns. The radius is only 5.4 meters. The Chinese turned out to be a kind of down-to-earth truck. It makes me want to hit the gas harder.
Wheelbase – 2800mm. And this is more than the opponents. This package not only gives you the best ride, but also allows you to offer an impressive number of different add-ons manufactured by the company TTM Center North in Ryazan. And in the city of Dolgoprudny near Moscow, Chinese chassis and Russian products come together.
The buyer can offer everything. The basic offer starts with a steel on-board platform and ends with the ice cream truck. As the name implies, it transports frozen products. As for the test vehicle, four Euro pallets are loaded into the cargo bed. For urban transport – you will agree: more than enough.
It remains to talk about prices. For the basic version with a steel side platform with a gross weight of up to 2.5 tons, dealers charge 1,890,000 rubles, and for the standard version of a Euro tent with a gate – 2,225,000 rubles. There is an individual approach to each customer.
The general impression of the Dongfeng Captain-T is as follows: it is, as they say, in the market. The truck is easy to maintain and can be easily repaired even in the garage, as special equipment is not required. The service interval is 20,000 km, the warranty is 3 years or 100,000 kilometers. Pretty decent. And since major carriers are now increasingly looking at foreign cars, which are clearly superior to domestic brands in terms of performance, quality and equipment, I’m sure that Captain-T will certainly not go without attention.
A crisis is not only a test, but also an opportunity. It is at such times that the needs grow, blocking freshly baked marketplaces and warehouses. There is therefore a special need for company cars, because goods have to be transported on something. The competition in the car market is becoming increasingly fierce. For example, JAC started selling the N35 model a year ago and now two new products from Sollers have arrived: Atlant and Argo. The latter have the same Chinese roots as the former. Let’s add here the domestic “Gazelle Business” – well, already a lot. But nevertheless, the segment could widen. Will the “heavenly” company Dongfeng Motor help in this by launching the Captain-T model?
“Khodovka” – dependent, spring. This means that the “older” 3.5 ton truck, which is usually bought to work on a long “shoulder” of delivery, can be safely loaded as needed to not only save, but also earn. At the same time, the machines in all versions are equipped with an electronic motion stabilization system.
We continue to look at the “inside” and examine the steel ladder frame. There are many holes for mounting different superstructures. But about them a little later. In the meantime, let’s take a look at the front axle, it is continuous, with fork-type steering knuckles. Grease nipples are provided for lubricating the bearings. And the leading bridge is made in the form of a rectangular beam with a large central part. In general, everything is classic and there is nothing special to break. Here are only the front brake discs without mudguards. Not a big deal, but they would certainly extend the life of the parts.
I open the door, grab the practical handle on the A-pillar and find myself in the driver’s seat. The opening is wide and therefore “landing” is convenient. I adjust the seat for myself using mechanical levers, I adjust the steering wheel in height. In general, everything is there for normal operation: large mirrors with electric and heating, air conditioning, radio, ABS, ESP, power windows, heated driver’s seat, many niches for little things and even cruise control.
It remains to start the supercharged 2.3-liter “diesel” Quanchai Q23-132E60, grab the handle of the five-speed “mechanics” and hit the road.
The Euro-5 class engine develops 128 horsepower. Of. and 315 “newtons” of torque in the 1300-2000 rpm range. This 4-cylinder Common Rail unit has a number of advantages over its competitors. Let’s say he has the biggest plank of the moment. For comparison, in JAC N25, as in Sollers Argo, this figure is only 285 Nm. And the design provides for the SCR system (exhaust gas after-treatment by atomizing the AdBlue solution). It makes the engine less fickle about fuel quality and more reliable than the infamous EGR technology.
First gear is very short and the car accelerates quite smoothly. You won’t believe it, but behind the wheel I feel like in a passenger car. Due to the wide glazing of the cab, the traffic situation is clearly visible. Mirror “mugs” minimize “dead” zones behind them. The steering wheel is easy to turn, especially when maneuvering at low speed to make tight turns. The radius is only 5.4 meters. The Chinese turned out to be a kind of down-to-earth truck. It makes me want to hit the gas harder.
Wheelbase – 2800mm. And this is more than the opponents. This package not only gives you the best ride, but also allows you to offer an impressive number of different add-ons manufactured by the company TTM Center North in Ryazan. And in the city of Dolgoprudny near Moscow, Chinese chassis and Russian products come together.
The buyer can offer everything. The basic offer starts with a steel on-board platform and ends with the ice cream truck. As the name implies, it transports frozen products. As for the test vehicle, four Euro pallets are loaded into the cargo bed. For urban transport – you will agree: more than enough.
It remains to talk about prices. For the basic version with a steel side platform with a gross weight of up to 2.5 tons, dealers charge 1,890,000 rubles, and for the standard version of a Euro tent with a gate – 2,225,000 rubles. There is an individual approach to each customer.
The general impression of the Dongfeng Captain-T is as follows: it is, as they say, in the market. The truck is easy to maintain and can be easily repaired even in the garage, as special equipment is not required. The service interval is 20,000 km, the warranty is 3 years or 100,000 kilometers. Pretty decent. And since major carriers are now increasingly looking at foreign cars, which are clearly superior to domestic brands in terms of performance, quality and equipment, I’m sure that Captain-T will certainly not go without attention.
Source: Avto Vzglyad
Donald Salinas is an experienced automobile journalist and writer for Div Bracket. He brings his readers the latest news and developments from the world of automobiles, offering a unique and knowledgeable perspective on the latest trends and innovations in the automotive industry.
