Renault AGx
| Company type | Truck series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automotive |
| Predecessor | Renault ADK (for AGC), Renault ADH (for AGT), ABF (for AGK) |
| Founded | 1937 |
| Defunct | 1941 |
| Products | Light to heavy-duty trucks |
| Parent | Renault |
The Renault AGx series comprised a selection of light to heavy-duty trucks manufactured by the French company Renault between 1937 and 1941. This range included both conventional cab models (AGC, AGT) and forward-control variants (AGK, AGP, AGR, AGOD, AGLD).
AGS
The AGS served as a commercial and military adaptation of the Renault Primaquatre, designed to carry a payload of approximately 0.4 tonnes.
AGC
Manufactured from 1938 until 1940, the Renault AGC was a light truck featuring a conventional cab layout and capable of transporting 1.5 tonnes, succeeding the Renault ADK model. Military configurations included a wheelbase of 3760 mm, overall lengths ranging from 5000 mm to 5680 mm, and a width measuring 1950 mm. It was equipped with a 2.4-litre inline-four engine generating 44 PS at 2,800 rpm, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. The AGC was also produced in van and bus forms, the latter accommodating between 12 and 14 passengers.
AGT
Produced between 1937 and 1940, the Renault AGT was a conventional cab light truck with a payload capacity of 2.5 tonnes, replacing the extended version of the Renault ADH. Its military specifications included a wheelbase length of 4110 mm, an overall length of 6350 mm, and a width of 2100 mm. Power came from a 4-litre inline-six petrol engine delivering 66 PS at 2,800 rpm, coupled with a 4-speed manual gearbox.
AGP
The forward-control Renault AGP offered payload capacities ranging from 2.5 to 3 tonnes, featuring wheelbases between 2550 mm and 3080 mm and a width of 2350 mm. Engine options comprised a 4-litre inline-four petrol unit as well as a 4.7-litre inline-four diesel variant (known as AGPD), both rated at 65 PS. A 4-speed manual transmission was standard.
In 1937, Société Algérienne des Transports Tropicaux (SATT) commissioned an AGP-based coach designed for trans-Saharan passenger routes to replace the heavier Renault AKGD models. Developed under Georges Estienne’s direction, this streamlined steel-bodied coach measured 7060 mm in length, was powered by an 85 PS petrol engine, and had seating capacity for seven passengers.
While military deployment of the AGP was limited, Chinese forces procured some diesel-powered AGPD units.
AGR
Produced from 1937 through 1941, the forward-control Renault AGR was classified as a medium-duty truck with a payload rating of 3.5 tonnes. Military versions shared its wheelbase and featured overall dimensions including length and width (specific measurements omitted). It utilized a 4-litre inline-four engine producing power at 2,200 rpm and also had variants equipped with gasifier systems. Transmission duties were handled by a 4-speed manual gearbox.
AGK
Launched in late 1937 and built until 1940, the forward-control Renault AGK succeeded the earlier ABF model introduced in 1935. This truck offered payload capacities between 5 and 6.5 tonnes. Military models generally had specific wheelbase lengths along with approximate overall lengths and widths (exact figures not provided). Variants encompassed versions such as the TTN 30-31 (with defined length and width), TTN 39 (length specified), tanker (length and width), and mobile workshop configurations (length and width).
In commercial applications, the AGK was available in multiple body styles including van, flatbed, tipper, and cab-only formats, with wheelbases varying within certain ranges.
All AGK trucks were powered by a 5.9-litre inline-four petrol engine producing power in civilian versions at around 2,000 rpm. The diesel-powered AGKD variant housed an 8.4-litre inline-four engine. A standard feature across all models was a 4-speed manual transmission.
By the year 1937, the Renault ZP bus/coach adopted the cabin design derived from the AGK model.
Heavier models
The Renault AGLD and AGOD represent the brand's heavy-duty truck lineup. Manufactured between 1937 and 1939, the AGOD boasts an 8-ton payload capacity and is equipped with a 12.5-litre inline-six diesel engine that produces power at 1,500 rpm. Its configurations include wheelbases ranging from to , overall lengths spanning to , and a width of , all coupled with a 5-speed manual transmission. This model was utilized both as a cargo truck and as a coach for the Compagnie Générale Transsharienne's trans-Saharan routes.
Additional Renault heavy vehicles powered by the 12.5-litre engine
During the 1936 Paris Salon, Renault unveiled several forward-control models for the 1937 lineup, all fitted with the 12.5-litre diesel engine paired with 5-speed gearboxes: these included the ADS, ADT, AFKD, and AEMD.
The AFKD was designed as a six-wheeled truck capable of carrying 10 tonnes and featured servomechanical combined with air brakes. In 1939, it was succeeded by the Renault AIB, which incorporated air brakes and a smaller 5.9-litre engine delivering . The AEMD served as a coach or bus accommodating up to 43 passengers; however, its market release was postponed until November 1937, at which point it received an upgraded 15.7-litre straight-six diesel engine generating . In 1939, the passenger capacity of the AEMD grew to 51 before production ceased later that year.