Models

The 5 kei truck models

All 5 Japanese mini truck makers follow the same kei class rules. They differ in comfort, legroom and where the engine sits. An empty kei truck weighs about 1,550 lb (700 kg).

Models

The 5 kei truck brands and how they differ

A Honda Acty kei truck

Honda Acty

Engine in the middle. Smooth ride. Owners call it "the Ferrari of farm roads".

Acty guide →
A Daihatsu Hijet kei truck

Daihatsu Hijet

A strong workhorse. The "Jumbo" cab has more room for tall people.

Hijet guide →
A Subaru Sambar kei truck

Subaru Sambar

Engine at the back, like a Porsche. Great on rough ground.

Sambar guide →
A Mitsubishi Minicab kei truck

Mitsubishi Minicab

Often costs less. Fewer in the US, so harder to find.

Minicab guide →

Photos from Wikimedia Commons: Carry by Mr.choppers (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Acty by Kuha455405 (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Hijet by Mr.choppers (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Sambar by dave_7 from Canada (CC BY 2.0) · Minicab by Mr.choppers (CC BY-SA 3.0)

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