Toyota 2.1/2 ton 6x6 cargo. Model FQS,FW.

Karoshi · Post by **Karoshi** » Mon Sep 25, 2006 1:41 pm

Does anybody have any knowledge or experience of this 1950's Japanese made diesel truck, modelled on the 353 ?

Do we have any Japanese members able to help?

Anything would be of interest.

armydriver · Post by **armydriver** » Mon Sep 25, 2006 3:40 pm

I agree, that would be an interesting truck to learn about. A photo would be nice to start off with.

Karoshi · Post by **Karoshi** » Mon Sep 25, 2006 4:34 pm

In the mid 50's Toyota made these for the American Army serving in Japan and the far east. The "L" model was I believe Left Hand Drive, the others being RHD.

So potentially we have a RHD Diesel 353 !

Isuzu also manufactured a similar looking vehicle but added variations of their own. The Toyota version from what I have seen looked to be an almost exact copy. (I'm still looking for the picture before you ask!)

armydriver · Post by **armydriver** » Tue Sep 26, 2006 8:45 am

Thanks Karoshi.

Karoshi · Post by **Karoshi** » Tue Sep 26, 2006 12:00 pm

Had a quick look in Vanderveen, but it doesnt really add any extra info, shows a picture though,.....looks just like a 353!

dr deuce · Post by **dr deuce** » Mon Oct 30, 2006 6:11 pm

I seem to remember that it had an "L" head 6