HICOM Handalan Truck

The HICOM Handalan (also known as DefTech Handalan) is a Malaysian truck developed by DRB-HICOM subsidiary, DRB-HICOM Defence Technologies (DefTech) in collaboration with Isuzu in 1996.

It based on Isuzu FSS 32G where at the first phase of development DRB-HICOM gained a license to locally assembled Isuzu FSS 32G in Malaysia to replace the 3-ton truck already used by Malaysian Armed Forces.

Powered by Isuzu 6HE1 diesel engine with 180 hp with 5-speed manual transmission and configured for a 4x4.

Handalan II can carry up to 4,800 kg on the road and 3,000 over rough terrain.

The truck uses Tata diesel engines that generate more powerful 230 hp.

Handalan of the Malaysian Army during 2024 Malaysia Independence Day