Due to supply challenges, Hino Australia has made the decision to put on hold any future sales of all 500 Series Built to Go, Standard Cab and Wide Cab models. Timing is yet to be confirmed when sales will resume. Should you have any questions regarding this model, please speak to our sales team.
Hino 500 SERIES MEDIUM-DUTY RANGE WIDE CAB
Orange NSW
Comfort
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel with steering lock device and pendulum style pedals offering optimum driving positions resulting in reduced fatigue and greater driver comfort. 4 point coil suspended cabin. Hino Multimedia with Standard reverse camera / Bluetooth / Digital AM FM radio / DVD CD player / optional Navigation. Industry-leading ISRI 6860/870 series seat including an integrated seat belt.
Engine
The Hino J08E delivers increased output, greater cooling, improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions. The J08 engine is rated to 280hp (206kW) at 2500 RPM and 883Nm of maximum torque delivered at 1500 RPM.
Safety
The most comprehensive active safety package of any Japanese truck in the medium duty truck category in an Australian-first for this class, Vehicle Stability Control is now fitted as standard across the Wide Cab range. Another class-leading active safety feature is the standard inclusion of a reverse camera. The Hino safety package also includes ABS, traction control, UN ECE R29-rated cabin strength, a driver SRS airbag, ADR84/00 Front Underrun Protection System (FUPS), Easy Start, Cruise Control and Fog Lamps.
Transmission
All 500 Series Wide Cab models feature a six speed Allison automatic transmission with a push button shift selector. Going automatic means no torque interruptions between gear shifts, smooth driveability, and lower whole of life costs.
Exterior
This is one seriously good looking truck. Imposing. Ruggedly handsome. Built for hard work. And with loads of great exterior features that really deliver including a range of chassis and suspension options, plus the well proven 280hp / 883Nm Hino J08E engine matched to an Allison 6 speed true automatic transmission. Chassis A grid hole chassis made from 620Mpa high tensile steel, ease of body installation and built to last. Suspension Taper leaf steer axle and the choice of multi leaf or Hendrickson air drive axle suspensions to allow maximum payloads while giving superior stability, ride...Chassis
A grid hole chassis made from 620Mpa high tensile steel, ease of body installation and built to last.
Suspension
Taper leaf steer axle and the choice of multi leaf or Hendrickson air drive axle suspensions to allow maximum payloads while giving superior stability, ride and comfort.
Visibility (Outer Mirrors)
Individual large, flat, heated and electronically adjustable mirrors, separate adjustable heated convex spotter mirror and an additional kerb observation mirror.
Engine
The Hino J08E 8L engine is rated to 280hp (206kW) at 2500 RPM and 883Nm of maximum torque delivered at 1500 RPM.
LED Fog Lamps
White LED fog lamps are fitted low in the bumper to provide best possible view in foggy conditions.
Wheels
Equipped with polished Alcoa aluminium wheels.
Interior
We aim to redefined your expectations here too. You’ll discover tilt and telescopic steering and pendulum style pedals to reduce fatigue. The driver instrument panel is designed to be easily read from various angles in all lighting conditions. Plus, you will enjoy unsurpassed on board technology including state of the art multimedia unit and reverse camera as standard, with the option of your own satellite navigation system.
Tilt & telescopic steering
Height and reach adjustable steering column offers optimum driving positions for greater driver comfort. Includes energy-absorbing steering wheel with driver’s SRS airbag.
Multi-media unit
Includes standard reverse camera, Bluetooth™, Digital AM and FM radio, DVD CD Player. Optional Navigation System.
Vehicle Stability Control
An active safety feature not found in any other Japanese medium duty truck in Australia. VSC is standard and designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control.
Transmission
Available in 6 Speed manual, 9 speed manual or 6 speed Automatic transmission variants.
Pendulum Style Pedals
Clutch, Brake and Accelerator pedals all pivot from the top resulting in reduced foot and ankle fatigue.
Driver Instrument Panel
Equipped with a large easy to read speedometer and tachometer, a full suite of warning gauges and lights which can be all be read from various angles and lighting conditions.
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*Service offer applies to all Euro 5 models onwards and available only at participating Hino dealerships. These rates are capped until 31 December 2025. On or before 31 December each year, Hino Australia will publish on www.hino.com.au the maximum price for a specified Scheduled Service that will be applicable from, and remain capped for, the following calendar year only. For details on pricing, items not included in the Service Price and for full terms and conditions click here.
^The 3 year / unlimited kilometre warranty applies to defects in workmanship and materials only, and does not cover fair wear or tear of the part / accessory. If the genuine Hino part or accessory is modified in any way, any Hino warranty that may have been applicable to that genuine Hino part or accessory, including but not limited to the 3 year / unlimited kilometre warranty is voided.
#Refer to specification sheet for specific wheelbase. §Photographs are a representation only and may not necessarily reflect Australian product offering on both model and transmission options.
†Active safety systems are an aid to assist the driver and have performance limitations. The image used is for representation purposes only and actual product may vary. Please refer to owner’s manual for system operations and functionality.
