Mitsubishi Motors PH turns over L300 to BFP

MANILA: A Mitsubishi L300 was turned over to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), which is eyed to support the agency’s operations in responding to emergency situations.

In a statement, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) said that the unit delivered to the government organization showcases the role of commercial vehicles in public safety operations — specifically in emergency response, logistics and speedy deployment. “With its compact design, payload capacity, and proven reliability, the Mitsubishi L300 is well-suited for the operational requirements of frontline agencies such as the BFP,” the company noted.

For his part, MMPC President and Chief Executive Officer Ritsu Imaeda highlighted the importance of supporting emergency responders through dependable equipment.

“The Bureau of Fire Protection plays a vital role in safeguarding lives and communities. Through the donation of the L300 we aim to support the BFP’s operational requirements and help ensure that our fire fighters are equipped with a reliable vehicle capable of performing under demanding conditions,” the MMPC chief explained.

“As a local manufacturer, we take pride in seeing vehicles produced in the Philippines contribute directly to public service,” he added.

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Meanwhile, Assistant Regional Director for Operation, Fire Senior Superintendent Douglas Guiyab shared the agency’s appreciation for the support.

“The Bureau of Fire Protection Region 4A sincerely expresses its heartfelt gratitude to Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation for its continued support and generosity to the BFP, particularly to the BFP Sta. Rosa City Fire Station, Laguna. This support and initiative to the Bureau reflects strong partnership built on shared commitment to public safety and community service,” Guiyab said.

“We truly appreciate the trust and confidence extended to our organization. Rest assured that the donated vehicle will be utilized effectively to further enhance our emergency response capabilities and improve the quality of service we provide to the people of CALABARZON,” he assured.

Locally manufactured at the MMPC production plant in Santa Rosa, Laguna, the production of the Mitsubishi L300 not only supports private and government entities but also provides employment — contributing to the country’s automotive sector.

Here’s what the Mitsubishi L300 offers.

This carrier is powered by a 16-valve, double overhead cam, Euro4-compliant, diesel-fed, 2.2-liter engine with turbocharged intercooler system (4N14). This powertrain can deliver:

Maximum output (in horsepower)	97.9
Peak torque (in Newton-meters)	200

This mill is mated to a steering column-mounted, five-speed manual transmission that guarantees more room inside the cab by keeping the floor area clean.

Inside, the vehicle comes with analog gauge cluster, air-conditioning system, and audio system (with MP3, auxiliary-in and USB port connectivity) paired with two speakers, as well as a small glove box below the dashboard.

Its suspension system across all variants is made up of independent wishbones and coil springs at the front and leaf springs at the back.

Driver visibility is enhanced by a 100-millimeter increase in cab height (compared to the previous iteration), while its cargo area can accommodate up to a 1,215-kilogram payload.

The pricing of the Mitsubishi L300 starts at P829,000.

Recently, MMPC reached its 900,000-unit production milestone for the L300.

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