Check Out Tata 712 LPT vs Tata 709g LPT XD Spec Comparison

Here is the latest Tata 712 LPT vs Tata 709g LPT XD spec comparison in order to find out which is the king of the roads. Read on for details: 

Tata Motors has been renowned for manufacturing commercial-grade vehicles which offer fuel efficiency unmatched by others in the Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) sector. Their LCV range offers the highest fuel efficiency necessary to drive in profitability for fleet operators, owners and logistics who mainly utilise them for challenging logistical operations. 

Therefore, it is safe to state that their future-ready and fuel-efficient trucks are ready to cater to all the LCV segment applications. A particular example of an LCV from Tata Motors which delivers the best fuel efficiency figures while offering lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and higher performance, is believed to be the Tata 712 LPT. 

The Tata 712 LPT, built on the trusted framework of the LPT 709, offers superior performance, fuel efficiency and ruggedness necessary to carry long and heavy loads across the length and breadth of the country. The truck comes out with an improved package of power, torque and the highest gradeability necessary to tackle challenges like a breeze.

Nonetheless, like every other product, the 712 LPT too faces competition, especially from its siblings like the Tata 709g LPT XD, which is another fuel-efficient truck from the brand. Although they are unique and different from each other, they fight for a place in the same battle for leadership in the CV segment. 

In this regard, we have decided to conduct a spec comparison between the two vehicles in order to see which is the king of the roads. So, here is a Tata 712 LPT vs Tata 709g LPT XD, spec comparison. Read On: 

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1. Engine and Gearbox: 

First, let us take a look at their engine and its performance. The Tata 712 LPT comes equipped with a powerful 3.3 L New Generation BS6 diesel engine which has the capacity to churn out 125 kW of maximum power at 3000 rpm and 390 Nm of peak torque at around 1000 - 2200 rpm. This engine is mated to a slick GBS 40, 5-Speed, Manual Synchromesh Gearbox (5F, 1R, PTOP).

Vehicle	Tata 712 LPT	Tata 709g LPT XD
Engine	3.3 L New Generation BS6 Diesel powered engine	3.8 SGI BS6 CNG powered engine
Gearbox	GBS 40, 5-Speed, Manual Synchromesh Gearbox	GBS27 5-Speed Manual Synchromesh Gearbox
Max. Power	125 kW	62.5 kW
Max. Torque	390 Nm	285 Nm

Meanwhile, the Tata 709g LPT XD comes fitted with a 3.8 SGI BS6 CNG powered engine which has the ability to produce 62.5 kW of maximum power at 2500 rpm and 285 Nm of peak torque at around 1200 - 2600 rpm. The engine of this truck is mated to a slick and smooth GBS27 5-Speed Manual Synchromesh Gearbox (5F, 1R, PTOP).

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2. Brakes and Suspension: 

The 712 LPT comes fitted with a Heavy Duty Air Braking System with an Auto Slack Adjustor for maximum braking performance and stopping power in the event of an emergency. In terms of suspension, the truck comes fitted with Semi-Elliptical Multi-Leaf Springs with 2 Hydraulic Double Acting Shock Absorbers in the front while the rear houses Semi-Elliptical Leaf springs.  

Vehicle	Tata 712 LPT	Tata 709g LPT XD
Brakes	Heavy Duty Air Braking System with Auto Slack Adjustor	Full Air S" Cam Braking System
Front Suspension	Semi-Elliptical Multi-Leaf Springs with 2 Hydraulic Double Acting Shock Absorbers	Semi-Elliptical Leaf springs with 2 Hydraulic Double Acting Telescopic Shock Absorbers
Rear Suspension,	Semi-Elliptical Leaf springs	Semi-Elliptical Leaf springs

On the other hand, the 709g LPT XD BS6 comes equipped with a Full Air S" Cam Braking System for better braking performance. In terms of suspension, this truck gets Semi-Elliptical Leaf springs with 2 Hydraulic Double Acting Telescopic Shock Absorbers in the front end while the rear houses Semi-Elliptical Leaf springs. 

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3. Weight and Dimensions: 

The 712 LPT rolls out of the factory with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) rated 7490 kgs, a minimum (standard) wheelbase of 3400 mm, a Minimum Ground Clearance of 193 mm, tyres sized 7.50-16,16 PR and a Fuel Tank Capacity of 120 litres. 

Vehicle	Tata 712 LPT	Tata 709g LPT XD
GVW	7490 kgs	7490 kgs
Min. Wheelbase Option	3400 mm	3800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Diesel 120 litres	CNG 300 litres (2 x 150 L)
Tyre Size	7.50-16,16 PR	8.25-16 16PR

On the other side, the 709g LPT XD BS6 comes with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) rated 7490 kgs, a minimum (standard) wheelbase option of 3800 mm, a Minimum Ground Clearance of 216 mm, tyres sized 8.25-16 16PR and a Fuel Tank Capacity of 300 litres (2 x 150Litres).

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Thus, the aforementioned is the latest Tata 712 LPT vs Tata 709g LPT XD spec comparison. 

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