We have so far looked back over the history of light class cars from SUBARU360 to the REX, after introducing the models equipped with horizontally-opposed engines from SUBARU1000 to the Alcyone SVX. In addition to these passenger cars, Subaru has also manufactured commercial vehicles in compliance with light car guidelines. Launched in October 1960 (with sales commencing the following year), the Sambar has become a long-running brand and is still in production today after 53 years. Here we introduce successive generations of the Sambar that have illuminated its history spanning more than half a century.

First Generation Sambar Truck (February 1961)



Size:*Length 2,990 mm x Width 1,300 mm x Height 1,520 mm
Wheelbase:*1,670 mm
Tread:*(Front) 1,130 mm (Rear) 1,070 mm
Min. ground clearance:*185 mm
Vehicle weight:*395 kg
Riding capacity:*Two persons

Engine:*EK32
Model:*Air-cooled two-cycle, in-line two-cylinder
Displacement:*356 cc
Max. output:*18PS/4,700 rpm
Max. torque:*3.2 kg•m/3,200 rpm
Suspension
Front: Trailing arm independent suspension
Rear: Swing axle independent suspension




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