Yes, there certainly is a Ssangyong pick-up truck, and it has got everything you expect from a pick-up truck. Such as, a 1-tonne payload and 3.5-tonne towing capacity, a quad-frame body construction which sounds really engineeringly good and most important of all a proven 4×4 system which is most unexpected because we really can’t recall if Ssangyong has ever developed a proven 4×4 system. The Ssangyong Musso (which means Rhinoceros in Korean) is built on the same platform used by the Rexton SUV. The body-on-frame construction gives a super strong vehicle designed specifically for off-road use. The Ford Model T was built using a body-on-frame construction the origins of which can be traced to pre-automobile horse-drawn carts. This construction has a few disadvantages, the vehicle will be heavier than modern-day equivalents such as a monocoque shell. The higher center of gravity means handling is compromised, that is well known. Torsional flexing is commonplace during cornering which can also affect handling and grip. Body-on-frame vehicles have no inbuilt crumple zones. The main advantages is that such vehicle constructions are easier and cheaper to manufacture. There is also less residual noise, and the vehicle is easier to repair after an accident, depending on the severity. Back to the Musso, it’s powered by the same e-XDi220 engine found in the Rexton, and delivers a maximum power of 181ps at 4,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 420Nm at 1,600 to 2,600 rpm (automatic transmission). It is available with either a 6-speed manual or an Aisin 6-speed automatic, Nappa leather seats can be found on the top of the range model for luxury and comfort. DAB radio and Bluetooth connectivity feature across the range, while all but the entry-level model feature an 8.0-inch infotainment system that includes, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Wi-fi mirroring. The Musso will hit the showrooms in June-July, pricing has yet to be confirmed but we do know all Musso’s get a 5-year warranty.