Hino268/268Avs.InternationalDuraStar4300 - Hino Trucks

COMPETITIVE COMPARISONHino268/268Avs.InternationalDuraStar4300VS.2010 HINO 268 2009 DURASTAR 4300The Hino AdvantageIn comparing the Hino 268 vs. theInternational DuraStar 4300 the advantagesof the Hino start at the point of entry with thetruck’s simple straightforward cab design,wider door openings and large interior assistgrab handles. Once in the cab of the Hino 268the operator will appreciate its impressivevisibility, and standard equipment that isoptional or not available on the DuraStar suchas exhaust brake, air conditioning, and driverinformation display. Clearly the biggestadvantage of the Hino 268 is the overall valueit can provide for your business…low operatingcost, high quality, exceptional durability andthe reliability you need to get the job done.We invite you to study the details of thisCompetitive Comparison and to learn foryourself why Hino is the fastest-growingmedium duty truck nameplate in the UnitedStates!Key Hino advantages overInternational DuraStar 4300:• Longer B50 expected engine life estimate• Many Hino standard features are optionalon International DuraStar 4300• Higher in customer satisfaction ranking• Stronger frame• Superior wheel cut angle• Standard HinoWatch 3-year unlimitedmileage 24/7 365-day/year roadsideassistance program• Easy servicing with convenient accesspoints and engine accessibility• Standard Driver Information Displayshowing instant and trip fuel consumption,DPR monitor, maintenance schedule andvehicle diagnostic information• Certified clean idle1

Specifications2010 Hino268/268A4x2 Conventional Regular Cab2009 InternationalDuraStar 43004x2 Conventional Regular CabHinoAdvantageMODELGVWR (lb.)BBC (in.)Final assembly locationFRAMEFrame typeYield StrengthResisting Bending Moment (RBM)(in.-lb.)WB (in.)/CA (in.)/Turning Diametercurb-to-curb (ft.)ENGINEStd. EngineFuel Injection TypeMax. Horsepower (SAE net @ rpm)Max. Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm)Opt. EngineFuel Injection TypeMax. Horsepower (SAE net @ rpm)Max. Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm)Oil Capacity/Oil Change IntervalELECTRICALAlternatorBatteriesTRANSMISSIONStandard TransmissionOptional Transmission choices268 268A25,950108Williamstown, West Virginia, USAStraight C Channel80,000 PSI1,031,900NANA152/84.6/41.9NA175/107.6/47.5187/119.6/50.4205/137.6/55.2217/149.6/57.7235/167.6/62.0253/185.6/66.4271/203.6/70.7Hino J08E7.7L Turbo Diesel Inline 6-cylinderDirect InjectionRadial plunger (HP-4)220 @ 2500520 @ 1500----------16.2 quarts/15,000 miles100 Amp2 @ 600 CCAEaton FS5406A6-speed manualAllison 6-speed auto Allison 6-speed autoEaton 6-spd auto430025,999107Escobedo, Mexico/Springfield, OhioStraight C Channel50,000 PSI665,500128/61/38.5140/73/41.5152/85/44.5169/102/48.9175/108/50.3187/120/53.3205/138/57.9217/150/58.2236/169/62.7254/187/67.0NAInternational® MaxxForce DT7.6L Turbo Diesel Inline 6-cylinderDirect InjectionElectro-hydraulic unit injectors210 @ 2600560 @ 1400International® MaxxForce DT7.6L Turbo Diesel Inline 6-cylinderDirect InjectionElectro-hydraulic unit injectors210 – 300 @ 2600560 – 860 @ 140032 quarts/15,000 miles110 Amp2 @ 650 CCAFuller FS5406N6-speed manual5-speed auto manual6-speed manual6-speed auto manual7-speed manual10-speed manualNP = Not PublishedNA = Not Available2

Specifications2010 Hino268/268A4x2 Conventional Regular Cab2009 InternationalDuraStar 43004x2 Conventional Regular CabHinoAdvantageSTEERINGSteering systemSteering wheel adjustabilityWheel cut (degrees)AXLES/SUSPENSIONFront AxleStandard weight capacity (lb.)Front SuspensionStandard weight capacity (lb.)Rear AxleStandard weight capacity (lb.)Rear SuspensionStandard weight capacity (lb.)WHEELSWheel typeTire sizeBRAKESFront BrakesRear BrakesEXHAUSTExhaust BrakeFUEL TANKStandardCABCab configurations/constructionDoor opening angle (degrees)SELECT FEATURESStd. driver seat/suspension typeStd. passenger seat typeStd. seating surfacesCruise ControlAir ConditioningHeated exterior mirrorsStandard radioOil-filled wheel hubsAir ride suspensionPower take-offDriver Information DisplayWARRANTYBase warrantyEngine warrantyTRW hydraulic recirculating ballStandard tilt and telescopic55°MFS-10 series reversed Elliot, I beam(oil lubricated type)10,000Hendrickson taper-leaf springswith shock absorbers12,000RS19-145 series full-floating, singlereduction, single-speed by hypoid gearings19,000HendricksonHendricksonsemi-elliptic main semi-elliptic mainand auxiliaryand auxiliaryhelper-leaf spring helper-air springwith shock absorber19,000Hydraulic discswith ABSHydraulic discswith ABS22.5-inch 10-stud, Steel11R22.5Std.52 U.S. gal.Full air, with ABSand air dryerFull air, with ABSand air dryerStd. – regular/steelOpt. – extended/steel and fiberglass80°Single/coilSingle/air2-person benchVinylStd.Std.Opt.AM/FM with CDStd.Opt. – Hendrickson (Select wheelbases)Opt.Std.24 months/unlimited mileage36 months/unlimited mileageTRW hydraulic recirculating ballStandard stationary(tilt/telescoping feature is an option)50°Dana Spicer D800-FI beam8,000Taper-leaf springs with shockabsorbers8,000Dana Spicer S16-130single reduction15,500Singlevari-rate RR springwith 4500-lb. auxiliaryrubber spring15,50022.5-inch 8-stud, steel11R22.5Hydraulic discswith ABSHydraulic discswith ABSOpt.50 U.S. gal.Std. – regular/steelOpt. – extended/steel60°Part of 3-person benchPart of 3-person benchVinylStd.Opt.Opt.All radios are optionalOpt.Opt. – International Single Air SuspensionOpt.NA24 months/unlimited mileage36 months/unlimited mileageNP = Not Published NA = Not Available 3

Hino 268 advantages over International DuraStar 4300:• The Hino 268 features a standard 12,000-lb.front suspension while the InternationalDuraStar 4300 has a standard 8,000-lbfront suspension. Hino’s 4,000 pound frontsuspension advantage provides durability andallows better balanced weight distributionwithout exceeding capacity without having topay extra for a suspension upgrade• The Hino 268 powder-coated frame includesextra laser-cut holes to aid body builders andto give Hino a wider variety of loading andbody installation options. These mountingpoints are not included on the InternationalDuraStar 4300 frameVS.HINO 268 DURASTAR 4300HINO 268DURASTAR 4300• The Hino 268 features a standard 19,000-lb.high capacity rear axle that contributes toHino’s overall durability and gives Hino awider variety of loading and longer bodylength options. The International has astandard 157,500-lb. rear axle• Hino 268 is available with a 271-inchwheelbase andthe longest factorywheelbase offeredon InternationalHINO 268VS.DuraStar 4300is 254 inches.Hino can handle awider range of bodies and weight distributionsto satisfy more customers• The wheels of the Hino 268 are powdercoated and feature tenstuds. The standardInternational DuraStar4300 wheels haveeight studs. Ten studsprovide more clampingpower than eight studsfor added durabilityHINO 268• Oil-filled hubs protect the wheel bearingsand reduce maintenance costs and downtime.Oil-filled hubs are standard on Hino 268 andkeep drivers on the road. This is anotherextra-cost option on International DuraStar4300HINO 268VS.DURASTAR 4300HINO 268 DURASTAR 43004

• A greater wheel cut improves maneuverabilityand gives Hino the advantage getting into andout of tight locations. The maximum wheel cuton Hino 268 is 55 degrees. The maximum onInternational DuraStar 4300 is 50 degrees.The Hino can turn in a smaller diameter,meaning less need for slow back-and-forthturning on deliveriesVS.HINO 268 DURASTAR 4300• With six of its eightframe lengths, the InternationalHino 268 has aHinotighter curbto-curbturningdiameterfor greatermaneuverabilitythan International• With its large windshield and sloping fronthood, the Hino 268 has an impressive forwardline of sight of 138 inches that pays offin superior visibility and driving safety. TheInternational DuraStar 4300 has a forwardline of site of 173 inches• In an independent SAE Type III fuel economytest conducted by DSW Fleet Management,the 2009 Hino 268A averaged 15% better fueleconomy than a comparable2008 International DuraStar4300 and that means moremiles between fill-ups, less timeoff the job and lower operatingcosts when you drive a Hino• The Hino 268 fuel filter is easily accessibleand transparent to aid in determining serviceintervals. The International DuraStar 4300fuel filter is buried under the hood and isnot transparent requiring labor time to visuallyinspect• To promote serviceability, the Hino 268 engineis easily accessed from under the hood. TheInternational ® MaxxForce DT engine ispartially tucked under the cowl panel, whichincreases technician labor hours and costsHINO 268VS.HINO 268HINO 268 DURASTAR 4300HINO 268138"DURASTAR 4300VS.DURASTAR 4300VS.173"5

• The Hino engine requires 15.8 fewer quartsof oil than International’s engine. Over 5 yearsof ownership that is 237 fewer quarts of oilthan an International DuraStar (assumes45,000 miles/year)• Compare the Hino 268 fuse box to the InternationalDuraStar 4300 fuse box. Exposedwires may lead to eventual electrical problemsand expensive downtime• B50 calculations estimate the expected enginelife before a required overhaul. The HinoJ08E engine has a B50 life of 500,000 miles,50,000 miles longer than the International ®MaxxForce DT engine’s B50 life of 450,000milesB50 Engine LifeHINO 268VS.International ®MaxxForce DTHino J08EDURASTAR 4300Miles 300,000 400,000 500,000• A damping strut helps with closing the Hino268 hood. The International DuraStar 4300hood makes due with only a torsion bar assist• Getting in and out of a Hino on a busy deliveryschedule takes minimal effort. The Hino 268doors open a full 80 degrees with plenty ofroom and convenient internal grab handles forclean and easy cab entry/exit. The InternationalDuraStar 4300 doors open only 60degrees limiting access into and out of the cab80°VS.60°• International uses a multiplexed electricalsystem, which can requires dealer service forsimple maintenance. Hino uses a conventionalelectrical system• Both trucks have a removableservice panel in thefloor of their cabs. Thisservice panel can be easilyaccessed through Hino’svinyl flooring via a Velcroaccess. The InternationalDuraStar 4300 flooringHINO 268does not include such ease of accessibility.To gain the same access, an Internationalservice technician must first remove someplastic trim pieces before rolling back the vinylflooring. These extra service steps increaseservice costsHINO 268 DURASTAR 43006

• The Hino 268 windshield washer fluid is storedinside the cab under the passenger seat whereit is protected from outside weather, visible forfluid checks and easily filled without having toaccess the engine compartment. The washerfluid on International DuraStar 4300 is storedunder hood• The Hino 268 features a standard DriverInformation Display showing instant and tripfuel consumption, DPR monitor, customizablemaintenance schedules and vehicle diagnosticinformation. This tool is very useful in optimizingtruck performance for years of operation.The International DuraStar 4300 does notoffer a driver information displayHINO 268HINO 268VS.VS.DURASTAR 4300HINO 268• Driver comfort and reducedfatigue after long hours on theroad come standard with Hino.The Hino 268 features astandard suspension driverseat (coil on 268, air with268A). The InternationalDuraStar 4300 features astandard three-person benchseat with a suspension driverseat as an extra-cost option• A tilt and telescoping steering wheel isstandard on Hino 268 but is an extra-costoption on the International DuraStar 4300.These features give the Hino 268 superiorbelly room and easy entry for both large andsmall driversVS.• A standard exhaustbrake switch isconveniently locatedon the Hino 268windshield wiperstalk that can beoperated while keeping your hands on thewheel. An exhaust brake is optional onInternational DuraStar 4300 and its switchis dashboard mounted and not ergonomicallypositioned for frequent use• To help manage driver fatigue, air conditioningis standard onHino 268. It is anextra-cost optionHINO 268DURASTAR 4300HINO 268on InternationalDuraStar 4300• Most drivers prefer listening to music, newsand weather during the work day and theHino 268 comes standard with an AM/FM CDstereo. All radios are optional on InternationalDuraStar 4300VS.HINO 268DURASTAR 4300(WITH OPTIONAL SEAT)HINO 268DURASTAR 4300(WITH OPTIONAL RADIO)7

• The Hino 268 has two large enclosedoverhead storage compartments to securecontents in the cab. The InternationalDuraStar 4300 overhead storage uses anet that is attached only at the sides tosecure contentsVS.HINO 268 DURASTAR 4300Sound Level (Decibels)• Hino’s cab is noticeably quieter than theInternational cab at every speed. A differenceof up to 7 db(A) makes the Hino moredesirable and functional for communicatingwhile in route90 __________________________________________________80 __________________________________________________70 __________________________________________________60 __________________________________________________50 __________________________________________________40 __________________________________________________Hino 7.67L,220 hp, 520 lb.-ft. Allison 6-speed30 __________________________________________________International MaxxForce 7.6L,20 __________________________________________________200 hp, 520 lb.-ft. Allison 5-speed10 __________________________________________________0 __________________________________________________idle 25 mph 35 mph 45 mph 55 mph 65 mphHino 268InternationalAdditional reasonsto choose Hino:• Hino 268 buyers are protected by HinoWatch,a three-year unlimited mileage 24/7 365-day/year roadside assistance program.• Hino is ranked highest in Customer Satisfaction.Hino Trucks ranked highest in the 2008J.D. Power and Associates Overall CustomerSatisfaction Study SM amongconventional medium-duty trucks*• Hino Trucks are ranked highestin truck engine and transmissioncustomer satisfaction amongconventional medium-duty trucksin a 2008 J.D. Power andAssociates Study• Hino is the fastest-growing medium duty trucknameplate in United StatesTHE BOTTOM LINE:The Hino 268 is a premium quality truck that isassembled in America at Hino’s Williamstown, WVplant. It has many features standard that small andlarge fleets demand in the medium duty segment,which are optional or just not available on theInternational DuraStar 4300. An 80,000 PSI frame,10,000 lb. front axle, 12,000 lb front suspension andoil filled hubs are just a few of the standard featuresthat make the Hino a durable long-lasting truck.*Hino received the highest numerical score among conventional medium duty trucks in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2008 Medium Duty TruckCustomer Satisfaction Study. SMStudy based on responses from 1,525 total responses measuring 9 manufacturers. Survey was of principle maintainers and owneroperators and measures opinions of primary maintainers of two-year-old (by model year) Medium Duty (Class 5, 6, and 7) trucks. Proprietary study results arebased on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed in July and August of 2008. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.comNOTE: Comparison information accuracy verified by Hino Trucks and Sandy Corporation as of July 2009.8