Tata showcases 6 new construction vehicles

Tata Motors today showcased 6 new construction vehicles from its ConsTruck range at the EXCON 2013.

The new displays include:
• Tata Prima 3138.K for heavy duty mining applications
• Tata LPK 3118 8X2 Haulage tipper for long-haul surface transport
• Tata LPK 3723 10x4 – a 10 Cum (cubic meter) RMC (Ready Mix Concrete) body – in the segment of 10 Cum Transit mixers

From the Tata Prima LX range, Tata Motors showcased new tippers in the 25 - 31 tonne segment, with engine capacities in the 230 - 280 hp power range:
• Tata Prima LX 2523.K – for mining and construction applications
• Tata Prima LX 3123.K – for construction applications and surface transport
• Tata Prima LX 2528.K – for heavy duty mining and construction applications

The new vehicles showcased are backed by a standard warranty of 4 years / 4 lakhs kms / 4000 hrs.

The Tata Prima 3138.K has been built specifically for deep mining in coal, iron ore, lignite mines and bulk limestone movement in off-road applications. It is a 4-axle, 31-tonne GVW tipper with a 9-speed Eaton manual transmission. This 8X4 tipper is powered by the Cummins ISLe CRDi engine which has a maximum power output of 380 HP. Features include new generation brakes, ABS and hub reduction axle specially designed for mining. The 19 Cum Hardox Rock body is designed for overburden in coal, iron and limestone applications. It has an air-conditioned non-sleeper cabin with pneumatically adjustable seats.

The Tata LPK 3118 8x2 Haulage Tipper is a 4-axle (steerable front axles) tipper, developed for surface transportation of coal supply, earth work, aggregate / sand movement, road construction and port & industrial handling. It is powered by the Tata Cummins 183 HP engine, Tata G-1150 gearbox and delivers torque of 680 NM at 1400 rpm. The vehicle is available in 18 cum box-type body, in a tipper version. It has a sleeper cabin.

The Tata LPK 3723 10x4 RMC is the first 5-axle transit mixer suitable for 9/10 cum drum capacity in the country. This vehicle can carry around 5 tonnes more than the existing 31 tonne RMC vehicles. A stronger vehicle frame with riveted & bolted cross members, coupled with heavy duty rear axles, enhances its load carrying capacity. The LPK 3723 10x4 RMC is powered by a Cummins 6BT 5.9L engine that delivers 215 HP at 2500 rpm. It has twin steerable front axles, a twin-drive axle, tag-lift axle and gradeability of 23.7%.

The Prima LX range is powered by the Cummins ISBe 6.7 engine with a common rail injection system. Fitted with a G-1150 9-speed gearbox from Tata Motors, these vehicles are coupled with a heavy-duty RA109 rear axle and a larger 430 mm diameter organic clutch. Cabins of the Prima LX range come with a 4-point suspension for reduced noise & vibration levels and optional air-conditioning.

The Tata Prima LX 2523.K targets the mining and construction segments. It is powered by a Cummins ISBe BSIII engine delivering 900 Nm torque at 1700 rpm.

The Tata Prima LX 2528.K is built specifically for off-road mining applications. It uses 1200 X 24 mining tyres. Features includes a heavy-duty Bogie suspension, chassis frame and single plate push-type organic clutch.

The Tata Prima LX 3123.K is for construction applications and surface transport.