Tata LPK 2518 HD

August 24, 2016: Tata LPK 2518 HD is a tipper offered by the company for mining and construction industry for loads like coal, stone, gravel, sand, concrete and others. The tipper has a GVW of 25,000 kg. Powered with engine specifications of Cummins B5.9 5,883cc BS-III diesel motor, it churns out 183 bhp power and 680 Nm torque. The ex-showroom price of this truck is INR 27.7 lakh with one wheelbase option of 3,880 mm alongside two body types of box and scoop having load capacity of 16, 14 and 12 CuM. Power steering and 42% gradeability are good enough for easy driving. The cabin comes with standard features including standard seats, ergonomic design, instrument cluster and more.

TATA LPK 2518 HD EXPERT REVIEW

Overview

Tata Motors leads India with its range of commercial vehicles. It is the manufacturer of the highest selling trucks in the country. Tata LPK 2518 HD, a part of the Construck range, is another marvel of engineering coming out of Tata's production assembly. This tipper is an ideal candidate for sand, stone and other such loading capacities. It can be used extensively in the mining and construction business.

Powered by Cummins B 5.9 engine, the truck’s turning radius of 9.9 meters sets it apart from the other contenders in the same category. The truck is available in rock and scoop body options and has a GVW of 25,000 kg. The revolutionary Cummins engine produces maximum power of 180 bhp @ 2400 rpm and a maximum torque of 680 Nm @ 1300-1500 rpm. The torque readings clearly suggest that pulling power is available at lower rpm enabling the driver to drive easily even in the small gears.

Specs

Engine - Cummins B 5.9 BS-III

GVW - 25,000 kgs

Wheelbase - 3880 mm

Engine and Performance

The 5900 cc Cummins 5.9 B engine that powers the truck complies with BS-III norms and is one of the best in the market. It generates maximum power of 180 bhp @ 2400 rpm and maximum torque of 680 Nm @ 1300-1500 rpm. The truck does not feel heavy at all while driving. Availability of maximum torque and maximum power at lower rpm ensure no lags in driving the truck. The six speed gearbox is well attached and ensures equal distribution of power in all the gears.

Vehicle Build and Load Capacity

Commercial vehicles built by Tata are famous for their long work life spans and Tata LPK 2518 HD is no exception to that. The truck is built with good quality aggregates which offer good anti-corrosion qualities. This tipper truck has a GVW of 25,000 kg. The rear axles can afford maximum weight of 19000 kg including the weight of the body. Overall, this tipper from Tata offers good load capacities with fair power to transport goods from point A to point B.

Handling and Suspension

The power steering equipped with the drive train of the tipper offers fair handling and control. It, at times, gets a little tiring but overall the steering wheel caters well to the purpose. Extra heavy duty forged I beam, reverse Elliot type and semi-elliptical laminated leaf springs in the front good support to the drivers cabin while tandem axle single axle reduction along with inverted 37 ton TML bogie suspension in the help in keeping the truck stable while on the road.

Braking and Safety

This tipper from Tata comes equipped with full air S cam braking system that endows this commercial vehicle with more than enough stopping power. Tata Motors does not offer ABS with the truck. The front cabin is made of solid steel and hence offers good safety for the driver and helping staff. The big 20 inch tyres help in maintaining good grip over the road. The truck offers maximum gradeability of 29% as per Tata.

Design and Comfort

There is not much change in terms of design that this Tata tipper offers. It is clearly evident that the design is inspired from the other tippers offered by Tata in the market. Also the cabin is fitted with standard seats and standard consoles that present driver with the essential ride information.