Iran Khodro Releases Persika Minitruck

Iran Khodro Diesel (IKD), the manufacturer of IKCO’s commercial vehicles introduced a new minitruck, Persika on Tuesday.

IKD chief Gholamreza Razazi said, “the Persika minitruck will be available in 6-ton cargo and 8.8-ton cargo versions,” adding that it is powered by a 141hp engine, meets Euro 4 environment standard and  has a Diesel Particular Filter, according to a press release from the company.

“This vehicle with a 6-speed ZF gearbox has an appropriate chassis length and weight, offering a sleeping cabin with roof air conditioner,” claimed the CEO. Cruise control and dual circuit pneumatic breaking system equipped with ABS+ASR are other advantages of the vehicle.

IKD recently signed deals with Mercedes-Benz for the production of their industrial vehicles in Iran. However, this particular small truck could be from one of Iran Khodro’s Chinese partners.