Tank 300
The Tank 300 is a mid-size SUV produced by Great Wall Motor (GWM) since 2020. It was originally sold under the Wey premium brand as the Wey Tank 300. Since April 2021, the vehicle was renamed as the Tank 300 under the Tank brand, being positioned below the larger Tank 500. A V6-powered version is marketed as the Tank 330.
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| Manufacturer | Great Wall Motors |
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| Production | 2020–present |
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| Class | Mid-size SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, four-wheel-drive |
| Platform | GWM Tank |
| Chassis | Ladder frame |
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| Hybrid drivetrain | |
| Battery | 1.75 kWh (hybrid) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm (108.3 in) |
| Length | 4,760 mm (187.4 in) |
| Width | 1,930 mm (76.0 in) |
| Height | 1,927 mm (75.9 in) |
| Curb weight | 2,155–2,313 kg (4,751–5,099 lb) |
Overview edit
The Tank 300 was introduced in July 2020 at the Chengdu Auto Show as the Wey Tank 300. It went on sale on the Chinese market on 17 December 2020. It is the first vehicle to be built on the platform called "Tank" by GWM.[2][3]
Great Wall announced the decision to turn Tank into a standalone brand during the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show in April 2021, with its name written in capital letters. GWM was aiming to develop Tank as a standalone off-road vehicle marque, according to Wei Jianjun, chairman of GWM. The Tank 300 became the first car to be launched under the Tank brand.[4][5]
According to GWM's Australian subsidiary, the Tank 300 has a ground clearance of 224 mm (8.8 in) with 33-degree approach and 34-degree departure angles. The SUV uses a double wishbone front suspension and multi-link coilover rear suspension. The ladder frame chassis is based on the same platform as the Great Wall Pao pickup.[6] Available options are locking front and rear differentials, low-range gearing, an off-road creep mode, and a 'tank turn' function.
In China, the Tank 300 comes in several versions: City Edition, Off-Road Edition, Ranger, Wind Forest Iron Cavalry Edition, Yunliang and Cyberpunk. Each version, except for the Cybertank, is available in multiple trim levels.[7]
The Cybertank Edition was previewed as the Wey Tank 300 Cybertank Concept in April 2021. It is equipped with wide body kit, body coloured flared wheel arches, a roof solar panel, Y-shaped LED daytime running lights, a hood scoop, and a square-shaped spare wheel cover on the tailgate.[8] It enters production in a limited quantity, with an almost identical appearance to the concept model. Only 3,000 units were produced.[9]
The Yunliang is a 300-unit limited production model, which went on sale in mid-2021. It is jointly developed with Yunliang 4×4, an off-road aftermarket parts company. It received changes such as a modified suspension with adjustable nitrogen shock absorbers, a snorkel, redesigned front bumper with winch, and BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A 265/70 R17 tyres.[10]
The Frontier Edition was announced in June 2022.[7]
- Wey Tank 300
- Tank 300 Cybertank Edition
- Interior
Tank 330 edit
In March 2024, the Tank 330 went on sale in China. It is the V6 version of the 300, powered by a 3.0-litre twin-turbo petrol engine paired with a 48 V electric motor. Its styling is based on the Tank 300 Frontier Edition, and the Tank 330 is only sold in limited quantities through online orders.[11]
Powertrain edit
The Tank 300 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine which is rated with an output of 167 kW (224 hp; 227 PS), peak torque at 380–387 N⋅m (280–285 lb⋅ft; 39–39 kg⋅m). The vehicle has three Eaton differential lockers and low range gearbox.[2][12][13] GWM specifies the maximum speed at 170 km/h (106 mph).[14][15]
The hybrid model debuted as the Tank 300 HEV concept car debuted in Thailand in March 2022. It is equipped with a 2.0T+9HAT powertrain and features transparent chassis technology.[16] It was also previewed at the 25th Chengdu Auto Show in August 2022 alongside the Tank 500 PHEV.[17] The combined system output is rated at 258 kW (346 hp; 351 PS) with 615 N⋅m (62.7 kg⋅m; 454 lb⋅ft) of torque. GWM claims the hybrid version can accelerate 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 7.9 seconds.[18][19]
| Type[20] | Engine code | Displ. | Power | Torque | Combined system output | Electric motor | Battery | Transmission | Layout | Cal. years |
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| Petrol | GW4C20NT | 1,967 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbocharged | 162 kW (217 hp; 220 PS) @ 5,500 rpm | 380–387 N⋅m (38.7–39.5 kg⋅m; 280–285 lb⋅ft) @ 1,800–3,600 rpm | - | - | - | 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic | 4WD | 2020–present |
| Petrol mild hybrid | E30Z | 3.0 L twin-turbo V6 mild hybrid (Tank 330) | 265 kW (355 hp; 360 PS) | 500 N⋅m (51.0 kg⋅m; 369 lb⋅ft) | - | - | 48 V | 9-speed automatic | 2024–present (Tank 330) | |
| Petrol hybrid | GW4N20 HEV | 1,998 cc (2.0 L) I4 turbocharged Miller cycle[17] | Engine: 180 kW (241 hp; 245 PS) @ 5,500–6,000 rpm Motor: 78 kW (105 hp; 106 PS) | Engine: 380 N⋅m (38.7 kg⋅m; 280 lb⋅ft) @ 1,700–4,000 rpm Motor: 268 N⋅m (27.3 kg⋅m; 198 lb⋅ft) | 258 kW (346 hp; 351 PS) / 615 N⋅m (62.7 kg⋅m; 454 lb⋅ft) | TZ290XH003 3-in-1 motor drive system | 1.75 kWh lithium-ion | 9-speed 9HAT automatic | 2022–present |
Exports edit
The Tank brand was destined for export markets since mid-2021.[21]
Australia edit
The Tank 300 was previewed to Australian journalists in July 2021 in a left-hand drive configurations. According to GWM Australia at that time, the Tank 300 was to be launched in late 2022, which was later pushed back to mid-2023.[22] Samples of right-hand drive models were imported to Australia since 2022.[19]
Middle East edit
On July 6, 2022, the Tank 300 was launched in Saudi Arabia.[23]
Philippines edit
GWM previewed the Tank 300 in the Philippines in October 2023, with availability slated for November.[24]
References edit
- ^ "2023 GWM Tank 300 Ultra review". WhichCar. 2023-07-20. Retrieved 2023-07-22.
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- ^ James (2020-12-10). "GWM WEY TANK 300 Goes Off Assembly Line, To be Launched Soon". chinapev.com.
- ^ Nika (2020-03-22). "Great Wall Motor to spin off TANK series into standalone brand".
- ^ "Great Wall Motors To Introduce A New SUV Brand Called 'TANK'". 2020-03-22.
- ^ "GWM Tank 300 Preview Drive". Practical Motoring. 2021-07-02. Retrieved 2023-07-22.
- ^ a b Feijter, Tycho de (2022-06-13). "Tank 300 Frontier Edition Is A Tough Cookie For Going Up Mountain In China". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 2023-07-22.
- ^ Anderson, Brad (2021-04-17). "Tank 300 Cybertank Concept From China's WEY Looks Tough On The Outside, Luxurious Inside". Carscoops. Retrieved 2023-07-22.
- ^ Kooverjee, Nikesh (2021-08-17). "GWM Cyber Tank 300 enters limited production with 167 kW turbo four-pot". CAR Magazine. Retrieved 2023-07-22.
- ^ "Tank 300 Ranger off-roader revealed, sold out in three minutes". CarExpert. 2021-09-06. Retrieved 2023-07-22.
- ^ Chen, Dong Yi (2024-03-17). "Tank 330 off-road vehicle enters market at 46,400 USD in China". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 2024-03-20.
- ^ "Only buy 200,000, three differential locks are pseudo concepts?Is the tank 300 really that hard?".
- ^ "Tank 300 Ranger off-roader revealed, sold out in three minutes". CarExpert. Retrieved 2022-03-18.
- ^ "坦克300". Car.autohome.com.cn (in Chinese).
- ^ "Car Part | Haval Tank 300". carpart.com.au. Retrieved 2022-03-18.
- ^ "TANK 300 HEV เครื่องยนต์ 2.0 Turbo + มอเตอร์ไฟฟ้า เตรียมอวดโฉมที่งาน Motor Show 2022". HeadLight Magazine (in Thai). 2022-03-15. Retrieved 2022-10-27.
- ^ a b Suzan (2023-07-11). "Great Wall TANK Brings TANK 300 HEV & TANK 500 PHEV Hybrid Model At Chengdu | China Car News, Reviews and More". Retrieved 2023-07-22.
- ^ A, Moo Teerapat (2023-02-09). "All NEW TANK 300 HEV 2.0 Hybrid 304 แรงม้า เตรียมเปิดตัวในไทย ปี 2023 นี้ ! จาก Great Wall Motor" [All NEW TANK 300 HEV 2.0 Hybrid 304 horsepower, ready to launch in Thailand this year 2023! From Great Wall Motor]. Autolifethailand.tv. Retrieved 2023-07-22.
- ^ a b "GWM Tank 300 and Tank 500 hybrid 4x4s revealed". www.carsales.com.au. Retrieved 2023-07-22.
- ^ "GWM Tank 300 Brochure AU" (PDF). GWM Australia. Retrieved 2023-07-22.
- ^ joe (2021-06-23). "รถเอสยูวี GWM เตรียมส่งรถแบรนด์ TANK บุกตลาดโลก หลังได้รับความนิยมในจีน" [GWM prepares to introduce TANK brand cars to the global market after gaining immense popularity in China]. Autolifethailand.tv. Retrieved 2023-07-22.
- ^ Cordony, Louis (2021-07-01). "Australian first drive: 2022 Tank 300 prototype quick review". WhichCar. Retrieved 2023-07-22.
- ^ "Great Wall Motors Tank 300 Off-Road Edition Launched in Saudi Arabia". 6 July 2022.
- ^ De Guzman, Marcus (2023-10-18). "GWM Tank 300 priced around PHP 2.6M, available Nov 2023". AutoIndustriya.com. Retrieved 2023-10-24.
External links edit
- Official website (in English)
- Official website (in Chinese)