Japan

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60011155

1st

Toyopet Master

Released date : 1955/ 1/ 7

body type

Sedan

SD

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  • Specification
  • Description
  • Plant
  • Name origin
Grade RR
Model type
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weight
Model type RR
Curb mass(kg) 1210
Dimensions Length(mm) 4275
Width(mm) 1670
Height(mm) 1550
Wheelbase(mm) 2530
Engine Engine code R
Engine type In-line 4-cylinder, OHV
Displacement(cm3) 1453
Max. output kW(PS)/r.p.m. -/48/4000
* The specifications are those of representative model grades.
* Max. output represents a net rating. In the above table, digits separated by slashes ( / / ) stand for kW, PS, and r.p.m., respectively.
* The model numbers of these vehicles are RR(1500).
The Toyopet Master was released at the same time as the first-generation Crown (Model RS), featuring new styling and an improved chassis to replace the Toyopet Super (RHK/RHN). Although its basic performance was the same as the Crown Model RS, the Toyopet Super was specifically designed for use as a taxi, adopting a fixed axle suspension to endure strenuous use and give more space to the cabin at the same time. This design was thus a rational solution that made the best use of the limited vehicle space available. However, as it came to be recognized that the Crown was also suitable for use as a taxi, production of the Master was discontinued in November 1956. The Master had van and pickup versions that had been released under the Masterline brand, but these models were also replaced by the Crown-based van and pickup truck that joined the Masterline family in March 1959.
Plant Koromo plant(now Honsha plant), Kanto Auto Works,Ltd
The Toyopet brand name was chosen in a public naming competition. "Master" signifies a person in charge of a group.
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