[Tushar]

Force Motors had the best special vehicle display. Ranging from emergency vehicles to a luxury bus, the Force Motors stall showcased the versatility of the Traveller. Force also showcased the Gurkha and a school bus.


Force Traveller Quick Response Vehicle

Length: 4,935 mm
Width: 1,975 mm
Height: 2,550 mm
Wheelbase: 3,050 mm
Ground clearance: 210 mm
Fuel capacity: 70 litres
GVW: 3,510 kgs

Engine: TD 2200, 2.2-litre, 4-cylinder, VGT, dual mass fly wheel
Max power: 127 BHP @ 3,800 rpm
Max torque: 300 Nm @ 1,600-2,400 rpm
Transmission: Synchromesh, 5-speed manual, 5th gear overdrive
Axles:-
-Front: Dead rigid, I-Beam, reverse elliot type
-Rear: Live rigid
Steering: Mechanical/power steering (optional)
Suspension: Semi elliptical leaf springs with hydraulic shock absorbers and anti-roll bar
Brakes:- Hydraulic, dual circuit, vacuum assisted (ABS with EBD-optional)
-Front: 4-piston,ventilated, disc brakes with wear indicator
-Rear: Drum brakes
Tyres: 215/75 R15

Features:
-Hydrostatic drive for fire fighting pump
-500L water and 50L foam tank
-Hydraulic rescue power pack
-National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1936 compliant rescue tools
-Lifting bags, ram, jacks, wood and concrete cutters
-Generator set
-Roof-mounted light mast with in-built camera
-GPS and vehicle tracking
-Winch, ventilating fan
-Thermal imaging camera and multi-gas detector
-In-built PA system and siren
-Lightweight ladder



Winch mounted to the front bumper:




The equipment center:


Seating space for two responders, apart from the driver and front passenger. Surprisingly similar to the ones seen in rescue choppers:


Gas masks. In the event of a fire, it's not just the heat that poses a risk. Hazardous gases and suffocation are the culprit behind many casualties:


Fire fighting tools:






A chainsaw to cut through hard surfaces:


Check out the "old western" axe:


Simple dashboard:


The vehicle gets a siren and PA system:


Roof-mounted light mast with an inbuilt camera:


Just when you thought that's all this machine could carry! There's also a stretcher here:


Check out the pipes for the water and foam tanks:

[Tushar]

Force Traveller Trauma Ambulance

Length: 5,415 mm
Width: 1,975 mm
Height: 2,550 mm
Wheelbase: 3,350 mm
Ground clearance: 210 mm
Fuel capacity: 70 liters
GVW: 3,510 kgs

Engine #1: TD 2200, 2.2-liter, 4-cylinder, VGT, dual mass fly wheel
Max power: 127 BHP @ 3,800 rpm
Max torque: 295/300 Nm (BS III/BS IV) @ 1,600-2,400 rpm

Engine #2: TD 2650 FTI, 2.6-liter, 4-cylinder, DI, TCIC (BS III)
Max power: 79 BHP @ 3,200 rpm
Max torque: 215 Nm @ 1,800-2,000 rpm

Transmission: Synchromesh, 5-speed manual, 5th gear overdrive
Axles:-
-Front: Dead rigid, I-Beam, reverse elliot type
-Rear: Live rigid
Steering: Mechanical/power steering (optional on TD 2650, standard on TD 2200)
Suspension:-
-Front: Semi elliptical leaf springs with hydraulic shock absorbers and anti-roll bar
-Rear: Semi elliptical leaf springs with hydraulic shock absorbers
Brakes: Hydraulic, dual circuit, vacuum assisted (ABS with EBD is optional)
-Front: 4-piston, ventilated disc brakes with wear indicator
-Rear: Drum brakes
Tyres: 215/75 R15

Features:
-Warranty TD 2650: 3 year/3,00,000 kms. TD 2200: 1.5 year/1,50,000 kms

Customers include the Sahyadri hospitals, Vedanta group, Aditya Birla memorial hospital and Apollo hospitals among several others.


Stretcher for the patient, seat on the side for a friend/relative and a single foldable seat at the back for the attending paramedic/doctor. Also note, two fans on the inside. There's also space for a defibrillator, ventilator etc. The cabin features 4 tube lights, an inverter, power socket, fire extinguisher, waste bins and a high intensity inspection lamp:


Foldable stretcher cum trolley:


Oxygen delivery system. Also available are resuscitators, cylinders and flow meters:


Overhead storage:




Twin blower A/C:

[Tushar]

Force Traveller CNG School Bus

Length: 6,065 - 6,766 mm (17+driver/20+driver)
Width: 1,975 mm
Height: 2,550 mm
Wheelbase: 3,700-4,020 mm
Ground clearance: 210 mm
CNG tank capacity: 180 liters
GVW: 3,990-4,300 kgs

Engine: TG 2600 F BSIV, 2.6-liter, 4-cylinder, CNG
Max power: 78 BHP @ 3,800 rpm
Max torque: 180 Nm @ 2,000-2,400 rpm

Transmission: Synchromesh, 5-speed manual
Axles:-
-Front: Dead rigid, I-Beam, reverse elliot type
-Rear: Live rigid
Steering: Mechanical/power steering (optional)
Suspension:-
-Front: Semi elliptical leaf springs with hydraulic shock absorbers and anti-roll bar
-Rear: Semi elliptical leaf springs with hydraulic shock absorbers
Brakes:- Hydraulic, dual circuit, vacuum assisted (ABS with EBD optional)
-Front: Disc brakes
-Rear: Drum brakes
Tyres: 215/75 R15



Children can only enter through the front passenger door:




Force Traveller Super Luxury

Length: 6,770 mm
Width: 2,225 mm
Height: 2,670 mm
Wheelbase: 4,020 mm
Ground clearance: 170 mm
Fuel capacity: 70 liters
GVW: 4,510 kgs

Engine: TD 2200 2.2-liter, 4-cylinder, VGT, dual mass fly wheel
Max power: 127 BHP @ 3,800 rpm
Max torque: 295 Nm @ 1,600-2,400 rpm

Transmission: 5-speed manual
Axles:-
-Front: Dead rigid
-Rear: Live rigid
Steering: Power steering
Suspension:-
-Front: Semi elliptical leaf spring
-Rear: Air suspension
Brakes:- Hydraulic, dual circuit, vacuum assisted disc brake (ABS with EBD optional)
Tyres: 215/75 R15
-Front: 2
-Rear: 4

The biggest and widest of the set. Note the bulbous air conditioning unit on the roof:




Cockpit:


Air suspension at the back! The primary feature that makes this a "super luxury" vehicle is the ride quality:


Notice the gap between the seats to free up shoulder room:

[Tushar]

Force Gurkha

Ground clearance: 210 mm
Engine: TD 2650 FTI BS-III Turbo 2.6-liter
Max power: 81 BHP @ 3,200 rpm
Max torque: 230 Nm @ 1,800-2,000 rpm

Transmission: 5-speed manual
Transfer case: Single lever selective 4x4 with low ratio
Axles:-
-Front: Live independent with diff lock
-Rear: Live rigid with diff lock
Steering: Recirculating ball type hydraulic power steering
Suspension:-
-Front: Independent with solid torsion bar, hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers and anti-roll bar
-Rear: Semi elliptical leaf spring with hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers and anti roll bar
Brakes:- Hydraulic, dual circuit assisted with wear adjuster and Load Conscious Regulating Valve (LCRV)
Tyres: 245/70 R16 or 235/70 R16 (4WD or 2WD)

The Gurkha 4WD gets a hard top or soft top, while the 2wd gets a soft top. Love that stainless steel air intake snorkel:




4x4x4 badging is seriously silly

[GTO]

Thread moved from the Assembly Line to the Commercial Vehicle Section. Thanks for sharing!

[Mr.Boss]

Thanks for sharing the specs and snap. Did earlier version of Traveler came with Air Suspension?

Originally Posted by Tushar

4x4x4 badging is seriously silly

Does it hold any meaning?

[Tushar]

Originally Posted by Mr.Boss

Thanks for sharing the specs and snap. Did earlier version of Traveler came with Air Suspension?

Not 100% sure myself, but i guess air suspension is a fairly recent addition. Force launched the Traveller 26 series in 2012 and they pointed out the plans for an air suspension back then.

The 4x4x4 thing is essentially a marketing thing. E.O.V 4x4x4= Extreme Offroader Vehicle that has 4WD for 4 terrains in 4 seasons.

[Ashley2]

Originally Posted by Mr.Boss

Thanks for sharing the specs and snap. Did earlier version of Traveler came with Air Suspension?...

Originally Posted by Tushar

Not 100% sure myself, but i guess air suspension is a fairly recent addition. Force launched the Traveller 26 series in 2012 and they pointed out the plans for an air suspension back then.

It was available as a retro fitment by Wheels India. Now this is offered as OE fitment.

[dr. sen]

Dear Tushar,

Thanx for such an exhaustive details. Any idea about list price.i had checked with the delhi dealer, they had a discount of 1.4 lac discount, in december, on the top model (without air suspension, abs & ebd).

Thanx and Regards

dr. sen

[Tushar]

Originally Posted by dr. sen

Any idea about list price.i had checked with the delhi dealer, they had a discount of 1.4 lac discount, in december, on the top model (without air suspension, abs & ebd).

Unfortunately, the price list wasn't available with the personnel at the stall, but you can try using this link to check out the manufacturer stated prices. I believe 4,020 mm wheelbase models start at Rs 10.40 Lakh and go up to Rs 12.10 Lakh on-road.