Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i2 vs Ashok Leyland Dost Strong

Here is an Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i2 vs Ashok Leyland Dost Strong Spec Comparison to help you decide on the perfect truck for your needs, Read On: 

Commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturers are expanding their business network due to the sharp increase in demand for their vehicles in the CV market. The increase in demand is simply due to the advancements in tech and features that CV makers have thoughtfully integrated into their vehicles and due to the lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and service charges

Hence, there is a rapid increase in the sales and service network of CV makers in India. Some of the brands which are seeing a peak in the sales charts due to the demand for their vehicles, especially their mini trucks, are Eicher Motors BharatBenz and Ashok Leyland among others. 

Specifically pointing out Ashok Leyland, their Dost Range of trucks which already have a market presence is seeing a further increase in demand. This boost in sales is due to the unique performance they offer and their superior driveability which meets the customer’s requirements and expectations. 

However, due to the different models within the Dost Portfolio of trucks, it has been pointed out by customers that it becomes cumbersome for them to choose one. In this regard, we present to you a spec comparison between Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i2 and Ashok Leyland Dost Strong, Read on: 

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1. Engine and specs: 

To begin with, let us take a look at the two vehicle’s powertrains. The Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i2 comes equipped with a 1.5 L, 3 Cylinder Diesel BS VI compliant engine which has the capacity to deliver 52.0 kW of maximum power at around 3300 rpm and 190 Nm of peak torque at around 1600-2400 rpm. The engine of the vehicle is linked to a Fully Synchronized 5-Speed Manual Gearbox for utmost efficiency. 

Vehicle	Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i2	Ashok Leyland Dost Strong
Engine	1.5 L, 3 Cylinder Diesel BS VI compliant engine	1.5L, 3 Cylinder Diesel Engine (BS-VI)
Gearbox	Fully Synchronized 5-Speed Manual Gearbox	Fully Synchromesh, 5-speed manual gearbox.
Max. Power	52.0 kW	51.5 kW (70 hp)
Max. Torque	190 Nm	170 Nm

Meanwhile, the Ashok Leyland Dost Strong is equipped with a 1.5L, 3 Cylinder Diesel Engine (BS-VI) which is engineered to produce 51.5 kW (70 hp) of power at 3300 rpm and 170 Nm of peak torque at around 1600-2400 rpm. The engine of the Dost Strong is linked to a Fully Synchromesh, 5-speed manual gearbox. 

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2. Brakes and Suspension: 

Next, the Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i2 comes equipped with vacuum-assisted hydraulic brakes (Disc/Drum) for superior braking performance. In terms of suspension, it gets over-slung parabolic leaves in the front while the rear houses over-slung semi-elliptic springs. 

Vehicle	Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i2	Ashok Leyland Dost Strong
Brakes	Disc/ Drum brakes	Vacuum assisted Hydraulic brakes with LSPV
Front Suspension	Over-slung parabolic leaves	Rigid Suspension with Parabolic Leaf springs and Double Acting Shock Absorbers
Rear Suspension	Over-slung semi-elliptic springs	Parabolic leaf springs and 2 stages overslung Double Acting Shock Absorbers.

On the other hand, the Ashok Leyland Dost Strong comes equipped with Vacuum assisted Hydraulic brakes (Disc/ Drum) with LSPV for superior stopping power. As for suspension, it is fitted with Rigid Suspension with Parabolic Leaf springs and Double Acting Shock Absorbers in the front, while the rear rolls with Parabolic leaf springs and 2 stages overslung Double Acting Shock Absorbers. 

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3. Dimensions and Weights: 

The Bada Dost i2 comes with load body dimensions rated 2745 X 1750 X 440 (L x B x H), a rated payload of 1425 kgs, a Gross Vehicle Weight of 2880 kgs, a wheelbase of 2510 mm, a fuel tank capacity of 40 litres and tyres sized 195 R15 LT (Tubeless). 

Vehicle	Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i2	Ashok Leyland Dost Strong
GVW	2880 kgs	2590 kgs
Wheelbase	2510 mm	2350 mm
Payload	1425 kgs	1350 kgs
Tyres Size	195 R15 LT (Tubeless)	185 R14 LT, 8PR

On the other side, the Dost Strong comes with a load body dimensions rated 2500 x 1620 x 440, a wheelbase of 2350 mm, a fuel tank capacity of 40 litres, 1350 kgs payload weight, a Gross Vehicle Weight of 2590 kgs and tyres sized 185 R14 LT, 8PR. 

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Thus, this is the latest Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i2 vs Ashok Leyland Dost Strong Spec Comparison. Tell us which one you would pick in the comment section below. 

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