Hino 258 vs Isuzu F-Series (FTR / FVR)
Two trucks compared spec for spec: the 258 (2005–2021, 230–260 hp) against the F-Series (FTR / FVR) (1986–present, 260 hp). Same data we keep on every truck in the encyclopedia — and Mike on hand if the answer depends on your routes and loads.
258
The low-profile Class 6 built for easy loading.
F-Series (FTR / FVR)
Cabover medium-duty with a commanding view.
| Spec | Hino 258 | Isuzu F-Series (FTR / FVR) |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | Toyota Group | Isuzu Motors |
| Class | Class 6 | Class 6–7 |
| Body type | Medium-Duty | Cabover |
| Years | 2005–2021 | 1986–present |
| Rating | Up to 25,950 lb GVWR | 25,950–33,000 lb GVWR |
| Power | 230–260 hp | 260 hp |
| Engines | Hino J08E (7.7L diesel) | Isuzu 6HK1 diesel |
| Applications | Box truck, Tow & recovery, Flatbed | Beverage, Dry van, Municipal |
About the Hino 258
The 'LP' in the popular 258LP stood for Low Profile, a lowered ride height that made it a favorite for car-carrier and rollback tow operators who needed a flatter load angle.
About the Isuzu F-Series (FTR / FVR)
When the Class 6 FTR entered US production in May 2017 it was Isuzu's biggest truck and its first move into Class 6, a 25,950-lb GVWR cabover originally powered by Isuzu's 5.2L 4HK1-TC diesel (215 hp, 520 lb-ft) with a B10 durability rating of 375,000 miles. In 2022 Isuzu added the Class 7 FVR and re-engined the F-Series around the Cummins B6.7 (260 hp, 660 lb-ft) paired with Allison automatics, pushing the FVR's GVWR up to 33,000 lb.
Which one fits your operation?
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