Datsun model series 620 was built from 1972-1979 and was the best version of the Datsun Light Truck line which began in the 1930s. It was called "Datsun Truck" in Japan and "Datsun Pickup" in USA. It was the first light truck to offer an extra-cab variation, from 1976.
Overview
Variations
- Standard Body (Short Box) 4-hook
- "Custom" extra cab from Feb 1976
(marketed as "King Cab" or "Deluxe" in export markets)
- G = Long Body (Long Box) 5-hook
- U = "Pickup" (coupe utility) was sold in Japan
- E = Cab & Chassis (Camper)
- Flat Body was sold in Japan (flat tray/flat bed)
- V = Alumi Van was sold in Japan
Engines = J13 N = J15 P = L16 (1972-1973 North America only) P = L18 (1974 North America only) H = L20B (1975-1979 North America only)
Transmission suffix 3-speed T = 4-speed K = Automatic
Wheelbase * short * G = long Custom is built on the long wheelbase, but with a short cargo bed
Parts Donor
Datsun 620 Truck shares utilized many parts designed for the Datsun 1200. See 620 Parts Donor.
Back Window
1972-1979 Datsun 620 uses the same back glass, but King Cab glass differs.
- standard or longbed back glass
- King Cab (Deluxe/Custom) back glass
non-King Cab. Notice how back panel differs