Just when did the 1st crew cabs come out ?
I didn't think they were around back in 1964, thought it was more like the 1980's. Anyway here's a nice short story of a retro D200 Super charged 5.7 Hemi to boot.
Forum Discussion
Did Toyota have the first? Or their Hino division? the Briska? In 1961
First generation (1954-1960)Edit
RK
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Overview
Manufacturer Toyota
Production 1954-1960
Assembly Japan
Body and chassis
Class light truck
Layout FR layout
Platform ladder frame
Related
Powertrain
Engine 1.5 L R I4
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,500 mm (98.4 in)
Length 4,265 mm (167.9 in)
Width 1,675 mm (65.9 in)
Height 1,735 mm (68.3 in)
Curb weight 860 kg (1,896 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor Toyota SG
Successor RK45,100,101
Introduced in April 1954 as the Toyopet RK 1ΒΌ ton truck, it was larger than the similar Toyota SG light truck but smaller than the Toyota FA medium duty truck.[1] In 1955 it was upgraded to carry 1.5 tons.[2]
The standard body was a 2-door, 3 seater pickup with a separate well body (with a fold down tailgate). Other bodies advertised by Toyota included a van, an ambulance, double cab coupe utility (2-doors, 6 seater, integral well body), drop-side pickup, pickup with stake sides, a pickup with full height metal side with a canvas top, a light bus (precursor to the Coaster) and an ice cream van.[1][2]
