Nissan U-R

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Nissan U-R
Overview
Manufacturer	Nissan Motors/Datsun
Production	1959-?
Body and chassis
Doors	1 (behind front axle)
Floor type	Step entrance
Related	Nissan 680 Truck
Powertrain
Engine	3.7L UD3 I3 diesel
Capacity	64 passengers (NUR-690) 69 passengers (UR-690)
Power output	125 hp @ 2200 rpm
Transmission	5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	4,300 mm (169.3 in)
Length	8,680 mm (341.7 in) (NUR-690) 9,130 mm (359.4 in) (UR-690)
Width	2,460 mm (96.9 in)
Curb weight	6,190 kg (13,647 lb) (NUR-690) 6,320 kg (13,933 lb) (UR-690)

The Nissan U-R was a full-sized single-decker bus made by Nissan Motors/Datsun in the 1960s, available in two models: the UR-690 and NUR-690. The range was only available in a public bus configuration, can be either built as an integral bus or a bus chassis.

The UR-690 and NUR-690 buses were rear engine models, powered by a UD3 3-cylinder diesel unit with 3706cc, giving 125 bhp at 2200rpm, and 45.5 kg-m torque at 1400rpm.

The UR-690 is a 69-passenger vehicle, while the NUR-690 carries 64.

Suspension on both models is by leaf springs front and rear, with shock absorbers on the front only.