Beifang Benchi » V3
In 2010, the same year when Beifang Benchi presented its concept truck H06, it started its mass production under the name V3. It was showcased at the 2010 Beijing Show. The V3 became the first model of the company to get the brand-new cabin. Different innovations increase the price by 12%, but there are a lot of new features, such as, 4-point suspension of the cabin, automated gearbox, Siemens electric systems, etc. Thanks to new engines and improved aerodynamic fuel consumption was reduced by 8-10%.
The model range of BeiBen V3 includes 4x2, 6x2 and 6x4 tractors with GVCW up to 40 tonnes, and 6x2, 6x4, 8x2 and 8x4 chassis with GVW from 25 to 31 tonnes. Engine options are 6-cylinder diesels 7.1 liters Xichai CA6, 9.7 liters Weichai WP10 and 11.6 liter Weichai WP12. Output range is from 220 to 460 hp. There are LNG versions as well. Gearbox is 12-speed, manual.
In 2013, the ligher version V3HT (HT means High Speed Truck) was presented. It got several aluminum part which allow reducing weight. This version is available only as a 6x2 or 6x4 tractor. In 2016, Beifang Benchi started producing of another new version — V3ET (ET means Efficient Truck). It is fitted with a modern 13-liters Weichai WP13 diesel with an output from 480 to 530 hp. Another engine options — 430-460hp Weichai WP12 or 430-460 hp Fukuda Cummins ISGe5. Gearbox — 12 speed, manual or automated. The fuel tank has increased capacity to 700 liters. Available only as a 6x4 tractor.
