Tata
Motors has launched its next-generation range of Ultra Business Utility
Vehicles (BUV), specially designed to meet the changing customer needs in the
light commercial vehicle segment. It’s a BUV offering an SUV like comfort with
a truck like performance and the profitability of a Light Commercial Vehicle.
This
range comes with superior performance, a comfortable world-class cabin, heavy-duty
aggregates and multiple load-body configurations, offering customers the
advantage of increased productivity and longer life. It will cater to payloads
ranging from 4 to 11 tonnes with engine capacities from 85 HP to 180 HP.
The Tata Ultra 814 launched in Vietnam is
powered by a 3L Common Rail Engine Euro 4, with an output of 140 HP. A
new-generation transmission with aluminium casing – the G-550 six-speed
gear-box comes with overdrive, cable-shift mechanism (a first-of-its-kind in
its segment in Vietnam) and axle technology and reduced weight. The straight
frame modular chassis available in 3920 mm can be customised for multi-purpose
loads providing you with flexibility for your business and a versatility to
adapt to multiple applications. It has a factory fitted heating, ventilation
and Air conditioning system.
Designed
by a leading European design house, Bertone, the walkthrough cabin with a width
of 2.2m is best in class offering comfort, safety and style. Three way
adjustable mechanically suspended seats enhance driver comfort, the
ergonomically designed dash mounted gear lever reduces driver fatigue;
panoramic windscreen offers better line of sight and the ample storage space,
HVAC and music system are additional features. The smartly designed instrument
cluster offers features like fuel economy indicator, ideal gearshift indicator,
water in-Fuel Indicator, etc. The vehicle also offers the provisions for the
fitment of various accessories including Global Positioning System (GPS)
tracking for tracking the vehicles, etc.
The
Ultra meets Europe’s top safety norms and is equipped with a full air brake
system, ABS and power steering that facilitates improved driver control and precision.
It has clear lens headlamps, and LED integrated
tail lamps.