Isuzu is expanding its successful CYZ Tipper range in New Zealand, with the first of the model to offer more than 500 horsepower.

The newcomer is a 530hp 6x4 – the extra power welcomed by Isuzu national sales manager Dave Ballantyne: "This segment of the market is currently shared between the US and European brands, so it's fantastic we now have an offering for loyal Isuzu customers.

"The new model can't come soon enough. The market for bulk tippers is very strong, driven by the growth in infrastructure work around the country, and this means a significant pent-up demand for new Isuzu product in the segment."

The new model features a magnetic driveline retarder, alloy wheels, heavy-duty front axle, a low cost of ownership and all-round durability, says Ballantyne.

Pricing for the new model will be announced closer to its arrival here, which is scheduled to be sometime in this first quarter.

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