Following five years of research and development, the Tunland is engineered with sustainability in mind, and all diesel models are powered by the reliable ISF 2.8L turbo-diesel engine manufactured by Cummins - a global leader in the manufacture, sales and servicing of diesel engines and related technology. “The launch of Tunland in South Africa marks the international debut of this vehicle, which is seen as a very important new addition to the Foton range as it targets export markets,” says Foton SA managing director Brett Soso.

 

A Cummins SA spokesperson for the automotive business, Ohna Bouwer, points out that customers will benefit from exceptional performance and low operating costs, with the reliability and durability expected from Cummins.

 

Bouwer continues, “Based on Cummins experience of over five million engines in use in on-highway applications around the world, the ISF family has been developed with high performance and low weight, specifically for light commercial applications such as trucks, vans, bakkies and utility vehicles. Torque and power are high for engines of this size and weight, making them ideal for weight sensitive and space constrained installations."

 

Additional features and benefits of the Cummins ISF engine includes;

 

Revolutionary architecture: The design of the 2.8L engines provides high durability with low weight, thereby maximising vehicle payload. Key features include a stiffer block, composite oil pan and valve cover and a rear gear train which results in lower noise, with reduced harshness and vibration. The modular architecture allows for easy access and single side servicing, reducing operating costs.

 

Advanced thermal engineering: High top tank temperature capability facilitates higher operating temperatures, thereby reducing the size and cost of the cooling package required on the vehicle.

 

Electronic Integration: Industry standard datalink accepts inputs from all powertrain components, which creates a seamless flow of information shared along with a high speed network.

 

Electronic Control Module (ECM): Has a high processing capability maintaining an optimum balance between load demands, fuel-efficiency and emissions control.

 

High pressure common rail system: Works at extremely high pressure and provides precise control of the combustion process. Capable of generating injection pressures that allow for refined and rapid power delivery, low noise and fuel efficient performance.

 

Wastegated turbocharger: Developed by Cummins Turbo Technologies to provide excellent performance across rpm range, as well as improved response through higher low-end torque.

 

Latest engine filtration: Class leading oil and fuel filtration systems developed by Cummins Filtration for exceptional engine protection.

 

"Today and in the future, Cummins will continue to deliver power uniquely matched and integrated into every automotive application through advanced customer engineering. Together we make people’s lives better by unleashing the power of Cummins." Bouwer concludes.

 

For more information on Foton South Africa and the new Tunland range, visit www.fotonsa.co.za or for more information on Cummins and the ISF Engine, visit www.cummins.com