Chinese in the cold

Test drive a 7.5 ton JAC N-75 produced by JAC Motors

For 6 years I am the owner of Chinese car. Cars. But I think this is enough to understand the ideology of the automobile industry of the PRC. If to formulate briefly, it will turn out one word: "pragmatism." This hunky patient, not capricious, accustomed to be content with little, and not dependent on the expensive and regular maintenance. And if Russian consumers are not used to save the prestige of the brand your car, there is a category of vehicles for which "efficiency" is synonymous with the word "meaningful". And, Yes, commercial vehicles. It has value and the price of the truck, and the cost of its maintenance. His task is to earn money for his master.

The idea to test-drive a 7.5 ton JAC N-75 produced by JAC Motors in the winter time was not accidental, because the basic equipment of the vehicles sold officially in Russia, is "winter package". So, there should be no problems with the launch and operation units, including the street Parking area for a few days.

The meeting was held on one of the transport bases in the East of Moscow, near the MKAD. The truck, heavily covered with snow, had clearly been here all weekend. Overboard -15 and at night down to -18 Celsius reached. Not far North, of course, but still. Womens insulated van production Nizhny Novgorod AMZ decorated specially for a test drive. The van is equipped with a fridge THERMO KING. With the possibility of installation of air conditioning.

By the way, anyone wishing to get acquainted with this technique can take advantage of this opportunity. Our test instance was more than 8000 km along the difficult tracks from Voronezh to Severodvinsk. We also have study tour of the beauties of Reutov.

The cab is comfortable and spacious. The high roof will allow the driver of any height feel comfortable. Triple occupancy, the passenger seat is quite wide. Medium backrest – foldable, when folded forms a convenient table for laptop, documents, or just to dine. Driver's seat adjustable in two planes. The steering wheel is adjustable for height and angle.

I would like to add support to the back and stand under the left leg functions is not very expensive, but can improve the comfort of the driver during long trips. The car is on the shoulder of hundreds of kilometers, plus a suburban area and long distance transportation. Panel and controls ergonomic. Interestingly, the tachometer dial is anticlockwise – that means a certain freedom from stereotypes. After sometime and watch could be the dials are located in both directions.

Drew the attention of a large number of glove compartments, pockets, and shelves, in the doors and under the ceiling, Cup holders and ashtray. Plastic and paneling of the cabin does not have odors, pleasant to the touch, but without glamor, which is already there. The floor is covered with anti-slip rubberized Mat that can be easily cleaned of dirt and water. The neck of the washer reservoir is derived out of the cabin door, so in order to add fluid, do not open the hood and get your hands dirty. However, the angle of the holes does not allow you to take advantage of it without the device – for example, the bent funnel, or at least the neck of a plastic bottle. Due to the large Windows and mirrors (heated!), the review is very good. The lamps look modern, conveniently located and in sufficient quantity (including fog lamps, and fluorescent lamps).

Interesting solution side of the spoiler that serves to enhance security, protection from falling objects under the vehicle. He easily lifted, removing access to the units.

By and large car international. Wherever managed to get eyes – you can see familiar brands. Engine – Cummins, diesel, turbocharged. The pneumatic brake system, Wabco with ABS. All electronics – Bosch auxiliary heating Webasto brand.

The car easily started up, the cabin became warm very quickly. After a few laps on the territory of the depot, was convinced that "Jack" has a good maneuverability and takes place in a small area. A good review allows you to use the slightest gap between the obstacle and the car body. Rear view camera would not be superfluous, given the van back.

Was rolled out for the base. Manual 6-speed transmission features a distinctive character of the cargo, so that you can start from 2nd gear. The gap between 2nd and 3rd gear shorter, so that under heavy acceleration it is easier to switch from the 4 th. After a few cycles, it is easy to get used to this feature.

The brakes are very sensitive, so unaccustomed had to bow to the dashboard. Reutova from the main road leads to the city Railway and different non-standard width (about half of the machine), loaded traffic, the pits and potholes in the asphalt. And in the winter time – and even overgrown ridges of ice and snow on the edges, and "Giselle" on the canvas. Having a truck on this entire mess, it is possible to draw some conclusions about the maneuverability and control. Overall, JAC quite manage. Slightly spoiled the impression of the summer tires had to slip on the ice-snow piles on uncleared gas, for example. Attempt to avoid very deep pits showed a lack of informativeness of the steering wheel – there's a slight delay between steering and vehicle response.

The price of the car is very attractive (1,6 million RUB recommended price in the maximum configuration), and basic equipment is quite impressive and includes winter package, engine protection and transmission, protective box for batteries, electric heated mirrors, radio, extra sound insulation, rear stabilizer bar and other options.

Considering both factors, we can assume that this car will pay for itself quickly and will be comfortable for the driver. And judging by the simplicity of the design and open access to all units, the repair should not present difficulties. In addition, the units are known and distributed manufacturers will be easy to fix or change. A variety of add-ons are produced in Russia, which also allows JAC Motors to offer interesting prices on their equipment.

Review Alexander Klimanova. Confirm that the machine is really maneuverable at low speeds, although the steering wheel necessary to turn active and at large angles, but in winter the pattern, mainly spoils summer tires, turning every icy bump into a serious obstacle. The engine is responsive and torquey at lower levels, especially if the time to tuck the right gear. The cabin is sufficiently adapted to the Russian winter, i.e. insulated. Comfort – about the same with any Asian truck of this class and destination.

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