Check out the top 5 diesel truck models in India that offer superior performance for heavy-duty haulage applications:
The performance of a diesel-powered commercial vehicle (CV) is something out of this world. With advancements in the diesel engine manufacturing process and technology integrated into such engines, the performance output of diesel-powered commercial vehicles has significantly improved and has become superior to that of gasoline-powered CVs.
In India, numerous commercial vehicle brands lean towards diesel-powered trucks since they offer better performance, durability and reliability, unlike conventional petrol-powered trucks. Some of the prominent CV companies in India that offer diesel-powered trucks are Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, Eicher Motors and BharatBenz among others.
These brands have a wide range of trucks that come equipped with diesel engines for heavy-duty haulage applications. Since diesel engines offer better torque and power, they are simply supreme to other engines, therefore, their demand has also been growing potentially. So, naturally, diesel-powered trucks are the best choice for every kind of business-based transport application.
However, different diesel engines offer different performances, therefore, it becomes confusing as to which is the perfect diesel truck for a business venture. In this regard, we have put together a list of the top 5 diesel truck models in India for your convenience, Read on Guys:
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First and foremost, let’s take a look at the BharatBenz 1923C which comes equipped with a tested and proven OM 926 diesel engine. This engine has the capacity to churn out 180 kW of maximum power at around 2200 rpm and 850 Nm of peak torque at around 1200 - 1600 rpm. The engine of the BharatBenz 1923C is mated to an Improved G85, 6F+1R, Mechanical, Synchromesh Gearbox for superior power delivery.
As for pricing, the 18500 kgs GVW BharatBenz 1923C rolls with a price tag of Rs. 30.87 Lakh (ex-showroom).
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Up next on our list is the Ashok Leyland 1920 - 4x2, a truck that comes powered by an H series BS-VI compliant and i-Gen6 technology integrated 200H engine which is engineered to deliver 147kW of max power at around 2400 rpm and 700 Nm of torque somewhere between 1200 - 1900 rpm. This engine of the 1920 - 4x2 model truck is mated to a slick 6-speed synchromesh gearbox for smooth delivery of power.
The Ashok Leyland 1920 - 4x2, 18500 kgs GVW tipper comes with a price tag ranging from Rs. 30.13 Lakh - Rs. 32.18 Lakh (ex-showroom).
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Next, we have the all-new 1412 LPT BS6 which comes with a refined and most advanced 3.3L NG diesel engine for higher mileage and better drivability. This engine of the 1412 LPT offers 125 kW of peak power at exactly 2600 rpm and 390 Nm of maximum torque at around 1000 - 2200 rpm.
Further, the 3.3L NG diesel engine of this truck is also linked to an efficient GBS 40 Gearbox for fuel efficiency and enhanced power delivery.
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The 14250 kgs GVW Tata 1412 LPT BS6 rolls off the showroom floor carrying a price tag ranging from Rs. 20.30 Lakh - Rs. 25.15 Lakh (ex-showroom).
Next up, is the Eicher Pro 2049 which is fitted with an E 366, 3-cylinder, 4-valve, BSVI engine. This engine delivers 75 kW of maximum power at around 3200 rpm and 285 Nm of max torque at around 1250 - 2500 rpm. The engine of the Pro 2049 comes coupled to an Eicher 3M5D 5-speed transmission for uber performance delivery.
The 4995 kgs GVW Eicher Pro 2049 comes off the dealership with a price tag of Rs. 12.16 Lakh (ex-showroom).
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Finally, we have the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus, which comes equipped with a 1.5 L, 3-cylinder diesel engine (BSVI) that has the capacity to offer 59kW (80 hp) at precisely 3300 rpm and 190 Nm of maximum torque at around 1600 - 2400 rpm. This engine of the Dost Plus is mated to a slick and smooth fully synchromesh, 5-speed manual gearbox as well.
The Ashok Leyland Dost Plus comes with a price tag of Rs. 7.24 Lakh (ex-showroom).
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Thus, these are the top 5 diesel truck models in India that offer superior performance for heavy-duty haulage applications.
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