Sisu M162 – specifications
Built: 1981 · Series: M-162
Data for the version built 1981 · Data origin: Official register · sources
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Sisu M-162 – a heavy 6x2 series from the Finnish maker in Karis/Hämeenlinna: six-cylinder engine from 261 to 294 kW, gross weight 22,000 to 27,000 kg, lengths 8,150 to 10,500 mm
Sisu M-162 comes from the Finnish commercial-vehicle maker Sisu, which traditionally supplies its heavy trucks as bare chassis for individual bodies, built in Karis and Hämeenlinna. The 6X2 formula included in the model designations states the axle and drive layout: three axles with six wheels, two of which are driven, while the third axle runs as a steering or trailing axle. The suffixes BPT, CEV and CEV-JAV, along with wheelbase figures such as 4600+1200, denote individual chassis and body variants of this type.
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The register lists 5 versions here with 261 to 294 kW from a six-cylinder engine of 11,100 to 14,000 cm³ displacement, kerb weights from 8,920 to 10,600 kg, gross vehicle weights from 22,000 to 27,000 kg, and lengths from 8,150 to 10,500 mm with widths from 2,500 to 2,600 mm.
With gross weights up to 27,000 kg, the M-162 ranks among the heavy three-axle chassis for construction and heavy-haulage work as well as timber transport, a market segment where Sisu has traditionally held its own niche in Finland alongside international makes such as Scania, Volvo and MAN.
For a used example, check the chassis and axles for corrosion and wear, clutch and gearbox condition, air brake system operation on all three axles, and the tightness of hydraulics and fittings from the respective body builder; parts run through Sisu and Finnish commercial workshops.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Sisu M-162, Sisu Auto (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 294 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 14,000 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 9,200 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,500 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 10,600 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 27,000 kgcorrect |
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Sisu M162 have?
The Sisu M162 delivers 294 kW.
How much does the Sisu M162 weigh?
The unladen weight is 10,600 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Sisu M162?
27,000 kg.
What engine does the Sisu M162 have?
14,000 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Sisu M162?
9,200 mm × 2,500 mm.
When was the Sisu M162 built?
Production years: 1981.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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This page carries 7 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
The technical data on this page comes from official vehicle registration records (RDW/Traficom), not from the manufacturer.
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Sources: Traficom — Finnish vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · Data sources and cross-checks
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