The Indian truck market is expected to grow significantly in the coming few years due to the improvements in the Indian logistical businesses that are major users of the truck fleets which facilitate faster and more convenient delivery of goods from the warehouse to the doorstep of customers.
Moreover, the current growth of the Indian truck market is even believed to further catalyse the growth of associated sectors such as infrastructure, real estate, mining, etc. However, India’s strong economic growth has also been a major factor which has led to the growth of the Indian truck market and closely functioning logistical and material movement businesses in the country.
Nonetheless, some of the automakers which have been seeing this substantial growth and are expecting further growth in the coming few years time is believed to be Tata Motors Limited, Ashok Leyland Limited and VE Commercial Vehicles Limited, among others.
Speaking of Tata Motors Limited, in particular, the company expects significant growth in their multi-axle 28000 kg GVW-rated haulage category. An example of a vehicle in this category that resonates with their expectations is believed to be the Signa 2818.T BS6. Want to know why? Well, this truck comes with a lot of aspects which are amazing. Let’s check them out, shall we?
Vehicle | Tata Signa 2818.T BS6 |
Engine | Cummins ISBe 5.6 L BS6 180HP Diesel Engine |
Gearbox | TATA G950 6F + 1R Manual Synchromesh Transmission |
Max. Power | 140 kW |
Max. Torque | 850 Nm |
The Signa 2818.T BS6 from Tata Motors comes powered by a Cummins ISBe 5.6 L BS6 180HP Diesel Engine. This engine of the truck has the ability to deliver a staggering 140 kW of maximum power at 2300 rpm and 850 Nm of peak torque at around 1000 - 1600 rpm.
The engine is also mated to a TATA G950 6F + 1R Manual Synchromesh Transmission for better power and torque delivery while the engine and gearbox are linked to each other by a 380 mm Dia Push Type Single Plate Dry Friction Organic Lining Integrated Clutch Setup for better driveability.
Vehicle | Tata Signa 2818.T BS6 |
Brakes | Air Braking System |
Front Axle | TATA Extra Heavy Duty 7T Reverse Elliot Type |
Rear Axle | TATA Single Reduction RA110LD |
The Tata Signa 2818.T BS6 comes equipped with a heavy-duty Air Braking System for maximum braking performance, stoppage ability in load conditions and minimum brake component wear.
As for axles, it gets fitted with TATA Extra Heavy Duty 7T Reverse Elliot Type front axle for better rigidity and stability while the rear equips TATA Single Reduction RA110LD axle for better durability and load-bearing capacity.
Vehicle | Tata Signa 2818.T BS6 |
Wheelbase Options | 4880 mm, 5505 mm, 5905 mm and 6750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 365 Litres |
Tyre Size | 295/90R20 |
GVW | 28000 kg |
Frame Type And Size | Ladder Type ((285 x 65 x 8.5) |
The Signa 2818.T BS6 comes off the factory production line with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) capacity rated 28000 kg and four wheelbase options: 4880 mm, 5505 mm, 5905 mm and 6750 mm. Further, the vehicle comes with a fuel tank capacity of 365 Litres and radial tube tyres sized 295/90R20.
Vehicle | Tata Signa 2818.T BS6 | BharatBenz 2823R |
Price (ex-showroom) | Rs. 29.94 Lakh - Rs. 33.85 Lakh | Rs. 30.64 Lakh - Rs. 31.59 Lakh |
Engine | Cummins ISBe 5.6 L BS6 180HP Diesel Engine | OM926 Diesel Engine |
Gearbox | TATA G950 6F + 1R Manual Synchromesh Transmission | G85, 6F+1R, Mechanical, Synchromesh Gearbox |
Max. Power | 140 kW | 180 kW |
Max. Torque | 850 Nm | 850 Nm |
GVW | 28000 kg | 28000 kg |
The Signa 2818.T BS6 truck from Tata Motors comes off the showroom floor carrying a price tag ranging from Rs. 29.94 Lakh - Rs. 33.85 Lakh (the price indicated is ex-showroom and is subject to change).
Thus, these are the latest and complete details of the Tata Signa 2818.T BS6 truck In India.
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