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Hino 238, 258LP, 268, 268A and 338:
- The 238, 258LP, 268, 268A and 338 are the larger versions of Hino's conventional cab trucks
- The conventional cab was developed from Hino's previous Low Cab Forward design
- 238 is 23,000 lb. GVWR; 258LP is a low-profile 25,500 lb.; 268 is 25,950 lb.; 268A is 25,950 lb. with air brakes; 338 is 33,000 lb. GVWR
- 6-cylinder diesel only, 220 hp on 238, 258, 268; 260 hp on 338
- 7 wheelbase choices
- Limited options
- Hino setting up urban-based distribution network
Isuzu F-Series Advantages Over Hino 238, 258LP, 268, 268A and 338:
- Power options from 215 hp to 300 hp vs. single engine choice at each GVWR for Hino and a maximum of 260 hp
- Large cowl-mounted folding mirrors with integrated wide-angle mirror and numerous options for power, heat and signals (Hino has traditional West Coast mirrors with add-on spot mirrors)
- Available driver and front passenger air bags (not available on Hino)
- 3-point cab mount with available Hystec mounts (Hino has no Hystec mounts available)
- Available two-speed rear axle available (not available on Hino)
- Extensive dealership body vs. limited urban retailers for Hino
- Choice of vocationally rated Allison automatics to match engine output (single 5-speed Allison automatic option for each Hino)
- Available 6-speed, 9-speed or 10-speed manual transmissions suited for many different applications, vs. single 6-speed direct drive manual transmission available on Hino
- Available air seats for driver and front passenger add all-day comfort, plus work-center console provides vocational utility (Hino has no air-seat options)
- Available electronic traction control helps improve traction on slippery surfaces (not available on Hino)
- Extensive choices for frame length and strength (Hino has only a total of seven wheelbase options, but not all on the same weight trucks, and no frame strength options)
- Short wheelbase Isuzu F-Series tractors offer high maneuverability and cab comfort. No short WB tractor available on Hino
- Available tandem axle (not available on Hino)
- Choice of axle ratios allows customer to match product to needs for towing or geared road speed (two ratios only available on Hino)
- Progressive spring aids help cushion load and chassis from impacts when suspension bottoms (Not available on Hino)
- RediSpec or custom spec availability vs. single spec Hino
- Available taperleaf rear springs (not available on Hino)
- High capacity dual 750 CCA batteries, vs. dual 600 CCA for Hino
- Standard automatic engine shutdown prevents possible engine damage. Not available on Hino
- Available aluminum hub-piloted wheels reduce vehicle weight, for increased payload (not available on Hino)
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Isuzu FTR/FVR/FXR |
Hino 238/258/268/338 |
| Engine |
Isuzu 6HK1-TC |
Hino |
| Engine type |
24-valve OHC I-6 |
24-valve OHC I-6 |
| Displacement |
7.8L |
7.7L |
| Base HP |
215 @ 2200 |
220 @ 2500 |
| Base torque, lb.-ft. |
560 @ 1450 |
520 @ 1500 |
| Max. HP |
300 @ 2200 |
260 @ 2500 (338 only) |
| Max. torque, lb.-ft. |
860 @ 1440 |
585 @ 1500 (338 only) |
| Clutch, in. |
13.8 |
13.8 |
| Transmission, AT |
Allison 2500 std. |
Allison 2200 RDS |
| Transmission, MT |
Eaton Fuller 6ODM |
Eaton 6M |
| Front springs |
Taperleaf |
Taperleaf |
| Rear springs |
Multileaf |
Multileaf |
| Wheels |
22.5 x 7.5 in. 10-bolt |
22.5 x 8.25 in. 10-bolt |
| Tires |
245/75R22.5G |
11R22.5G |
| Standard brakes |
Opposed-piston disc |
Air-hydraulic/air |
| Brakes, front in. |
15.0 disc |
15.375 disc |
| Brakes, rear in. |
15.0 disc |
15.375 disc |
| Frame, psi |
80,000 |
80,000 |
| Frame width, in |
34.0 |
34.0 |
| Frame section modulus |
12.53 cu. in. |
12.90 cu. in. |
| Frame RBM |
1,378,300 |
1,031,900 |
| Battery, CCA |
2x750 |
2x600 |
| Seating |
2 buckets |
Driver & 2 pass. |
| Mirrors, in. |
7x16 |
7x16 |
| WB/CA/Turning Diameter |
128.0/97.0/37.6
140.0/109.0/40.5
152.0/121.0/43.5
170.0/139.0/46.9
188.0/157.0/51.2
200.0/169.0/54.0
212.0/181.0/55.5
224.0/193.0/58.3
236.0/205.0/61.1
248.0/217.0/64.0
260.0/229.0/65.9 |
175/107.6/47.9
187/119.6/50.8
205/137.6/55.2
217/149.6/58.1
235/167.6/62.5
253/185.6/66.9
271/203.6/71.3 |
| WB/Body lengths |
128.0/10-14
140.0/10-16
152.0/12-18
170.0/14-20
188.0/16-22
200.0/18-24
212.0/18-26
224.0/20-28
236.0/22-30
248.0/22-32
260.0/24-34 |
175/14-16
187/16-18
205/18-20
217/20-22
235/22-24
253/24-26
271/24-26 |
| GVWR available, lb. |
FTR: 24,350-29,000
FVR: 26,990-37,600
FXR: 33,000-49,090
FXR Tandem: 52,350-56,000 |
238: 23,000
258LP: 25,950
268 & 268A: 25,950
338: 33,000 |
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Isuzu FTR/FVR/FXR |
Hino 238/258/268/338 |
| 4-wheel disc brakes |
Standard |
Standard |
| Daytime running lamps |
Standard |
Standard |
| DEX-COOL |
Standard |
Not Available |
| Lower pass. window |
Standard |
Not Available |
| Roadside assistance |
Standard |
Not Available |
| Auto circuit breakers |
Standard |
Not Available |
| Progressive spring aid |
Standard |
Not Available |
| Power pass. windows |
Standard |
Optional |
| Tilt/telescopic steering column |
Standard |
Standard |
| Synthetic trans. fluid |
Standard |
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Isuzu FTR/FVR/FXR |
Hino 238/258/268/338 |
| Rear air suspension |
Optional |
Optional |
| Rear stabilizer bar |
Optional |
Optional |
| Two rear tow hooks |
Optional |
Not Available |
| Dual fuel tanks |
Optional |
Optional |
| Oil pan heater |
Optional |
Not Available |
| Engine shutdown |
Optional |
Not Available |
| Mirrors w/clear. lamps |
Optional |
Not Available |
| AM/FM/CD |
Optional |
Standard |
| Engine block heater |
Optional |
Optional |
| Full air brakes |
Optional |
Optional |
| Traction control |
Optional |
Not Available |
| Tandem rear axles |
Optional |
Not Available |
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Isuzu FTR/FVR/FXR |
Hino 238/258/268/338 |
| Base warranty |
24 months/unlimited mileage |
24 months/unlimited mileage |
| Engine warranty |
36 months/unlimited mileage |
24 months/unlimited mileage |
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