Suzuki Elf Truck
NPR85Stock varies — page stays liveThe NPR85 represents the wide-cab configuration of the Elf line, maximizing cargo deck width and cabin space. It is designed for heavier payload distribution and wider track demands.
Engine
4JJ1-TCS Turbo Diesel
Displacement
2,999 cc
Drive
2WD (FR)
Gearbox
6MT / Smoother-Ex
Fuel
Diesel
Body
Truck
Suzuki Elf Truck — representative 6th gen (N-Series) imageChassis variants of the Elf Truck
ChassisEngineDisplacementDriveGearbox
NKR854JJ1-TCS Turbo Diesel2,999 ccFR5MT / 6MT / Smoother-ExNJR854JJ1-TCS Turbo Diesel2,999 ccFR5MT / Smoother-ExNPR854JJ1-TCS Turbo Diesel2,999 ccFR6MT / Smoother-Ex
Dimensions & shipping volume
Length
5,985 mm
Width
2,180 mm
Height
2,255 mm
Weight
2,680 kg
Shipping volume
29.42 M³
Manufacture year vs. registration year
Japanese paperwork shows the first registration date, but African customs count age from the month of manufacture. Verify with the chassis serial before purchase:
Serial prefixProduction periodSeries
NPR85-7XXXXXXDec 2006 – Feb 2019Wide-Cab Series
Import eligibility by country (2006–2019)
KenyaCheck unit age
Only units manufactured Jul 2018 or later qualify (8-year limit).UgandaCheck unit age
Only units manufactured Jul 2011 or later qualify (15-year limit).TanzaniaEligible
No age ban; vehicles over 10 years pay additional excise duty.ZambiaEligible
No age limit; surtax applies to vehicles older than 5 years.MalawiEligible
No age limit; duty calculated on cc and age band.Common questions about the NPR85
What is the cab width of the NPR85?
The NPR85 uses a wide-cab variant measuring approximately 2,040mm in cab width (chassis total width around 2,180mm), allowing three passengers to sit comfortably with significant shoulder room.