Founded in 1919, the Czech company Avia began by manufacturing aircraft and engines. Involvement in truck production began in 1946. This was followed by an important license agreement with Renault in 1967, which resulted in the production of the famous 'A' range. In 1995 the South Korea-based Daewoo Motors purchased a 50.2% majority stake of the company. This resulted in the company being known as 'Daewoo Avia' and a significant investment in both product development and facilities was undertaken. In 2006, Avia was purchased by Ashkok Leyland, a member of the Hinduja Group, who created Avia Leyland, launching a new era for the Avia brand. Market leader in its home country, the Czech Republic, Avia is gradually spreading its influence across the rest of mainland Europe. Following its acquisition by Ashok Leyland, the UK arm of the company is now consolidating its position and is in the process of expanding its dealer network.Designed to meet the requirements of todays’ businesses the Avia D75 is purpose designed for the highly competitive UK 7.5 tonne market. With a high degree of UK content, including a Cummins engine built in Darlington and engineering by UK specialists Hawtal Whiting and design styling by I.D.E.A, this truck is really "at home" on the UK streets. D75 is sturdy yet light weight - unladen weights start at 2920 kg including side guards and rear under-run. This can translate to a payload of up to 4500kg when the chassis is fitted with a lightweight box, curtainside or dropside body. The heavy duty front axle also gives a high degree of axle tolerance permitting un-loading from the rear of the body with reduced risk of overloading the front axle. Avia Trucks UK engineers can calculate the likely axle loadings under variable and diminishing load conditions using their sophisticated Dae-Care Tec™ Program, helping you stay the right side of the law.
With 160bhp, this truck is equally at home night-trunking between urban centres or running door to door deliveries around conurbations. The cruise control ensures steady economical progress on main roads and motorways and the powerful programmable exhaust brake ensures a high degree of retardation both on hills and in stop-start traffic. Road tests have repeatedly praised this truck's firm handling and efficient brakes which show consistently high retardation under repeated application. From a short 3.6m (12 ft) tipper to a long 7.3m (24ft) curtainsider, D75 takes a wide range of bodies. Using Avia Trucks UK Truck Partners program, you can buy a fully bodied vehicle for a highly competitive price with the assurance that Avia engineers have approved the body mounting and superstructure. Optional air suspension is available for those operators transporting delicate loads or for those drivers wishing an ultra low loading height, where the chassis can be lowered a full 100mm from it's normal ride height within a couple of seconds.
Standard fitment of a 160 BHP Cummins ISBe Euro 4 engine, gives ample power for all applications. ZF transmission is also standard on all models. The full specification of “extra items” at no extra cost is impressive. Cruise control, drivers’ air seat, rear differential lock, exhaust brakes, CD player, heated mirrors, electric windows, central door locking and 3 years unlimited mileage manufactures warranty. Avia Truck Finance offers a full spectrum of funding options. From low deposit hire purchase agreements to a fully inclusive contract hire package. Avia Trucks Finance has the ability to provide a suitable funding option for your business, so whether you’re a new start owner operator or a blue chip multi national Avia Trucks offers a one stop shop.
