Motorsport division of the Japanese manufacturer is ready to show the D-Max in the race. No responsibility, Isuzu D-Max will rely on the most ferocious rally event in the world, the Dakar Rally 2013.
In order to compete, the D-Max 3.0-liter engine equipped 16-valve updated with common-rail turbodiesel system. Power reaches 242 hp and 434 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to a 4x4 drivetrain through a five-speed Hollinger sequential transmission special rally racing with Xtreme clutch.
Harry Suzuki, co-driver and director of Isuzu Motorsports commented. "Isuzu D-Max is the perfect Dakar machine. This car has the ideal combination between manual labor and racing skills that prepared by our specialist team. D-Max Dakar will give importance to the Isuzu."
Suzuki continued. "Modification of the D-Max pick-up Dakar prepared to withstand the ferocity of the track. More than half of the vehicles are built using standard parts production and really figure recognizable as the D-Max. This can also reinforce the impression that the vehicle manufacturer Isuzu is a tough capable tackle any terrain. "
Dakar Rally event itself will be held between Lima, Peru and finish in Santiago, Chile began on January 5 to 20. These lines will be dominated by the west coast of South America will cover a distance of approximately 5,000 miles. (mobil.otomotifnet.com)
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