| ENGINE |
| Engine type |
TATA 497 SP turbo, water-cooled direct injection
diesel engine |
| Engine capacity (cc) |
2956 |
| Max engine output |
55.2 kW (75 Ps) at 2800 rpm |
| Max engine torque |
225 Nm (22.9 mkg) at 1500 – 1800 rpm |
| Emission norms |
BS II |
| TRANSMISSION AND STEERING |
| Clutch |
Single plate dry friction type |
| Gearbox |
GBS-27 synchromesh, 5 forward 1 reverse |
| Steering |
Power steering, Manual (optional) |
| SUSPENSION |
| Front |
Semi elliptical leaf spring |
| Rear |
Semi elliptical leaf spring |
| Shock absorber |
Hydraulic double acting telescopic type at front and
rear |
| FRAME |
| Type |
Ladder type frame with rivetted / bolted cross
members, side members are of channel section, depth:
200 mm (max), width: 60 mm and thickness: 5 mm |
| BRAKES |
| Service brake |
Vacuum assisted dual circuit hydraulic with tandem
master cylinder |
| WHEELS & TYRES |
| No. |
6+1 |
| Size |
F – 7.50 x 16 -16 PR Rib type, R – 7.50 x 16 -16 PR Lug
type |
| DIMENSIONS |
| Wheelbase (mm) |
2775 |
| Overall length (mm) |
5125 |
| Max width (mm) |
2140 |
| WEIGHTS |
| Kerb weight (Kg) |
3660 (tipper body) |
| GVW (Kg) |
6250 |
| PERFORMANCE |
| Grade ability |
31% |
| Top speed (kmph) |
99 |
| Minimum turning circle diameter in mm |
10.2 |
