BharatBenz 1923C

1923C Highlights

September 9, 2020: In the high-volume entry-level tipper segment of the medium and heavy commercial vehicle segment, BharatBenz introduces its workhorse, the 1923C tipper. This is 18,500 kg of gross weight category tipper used for construction, mining, or infrastructure projects. The 19T tipper segment has emerged as one of the growth categories for OEMs, intensifying the competition. Yet BharatBenz 1923C is a capable tipper to offer versatility and performance to its customers. 

To take on tougher operational needs, the 1923C gets the proven OM 926 engine, common across multiple variants of BharatBenz. The maximum power of 241hp, the engine produces 850 Nm of torque sufficient for any tough applications. The wheelbase of this tipper is 3600 mm, and it is equipped with the company's signature modern, fully functional day cabin with foldable berth. 

The loading body is 10.5 Cu.m box type, and the aggregates such as axles, suspensions, clutch, and brakes are highly durable. The tipper's fuel tank size is 215L, an additional Adblue tank of 43L, the maximum gradeability is 38%, and the turning radius is 13.5m. This tipper comes with a promise of the lower maintenance cost, superior efficiency, and greater productivity, all key attributes for the truck owner.

BharatBenz 1923C Tipper- Expert Review

Overview

The 19T gross weight tipper segment is the industry's sweet-spot, as these tippers are the entry-level medium-duty category. After the 19T tipper, the next top segment is the 25T multi-axle tipper. The 19T tipper is among the key segment, as they are used for smaller construction, infrastructure projects and even in mining applications. Thus, the competition is intense as all the top truck makers have compelling products offering to grab the market share. BharatBenz's 1923C tipper has got a top-rated product to take on the competition and offer a bargain to the customers. 

BharatBenz 1923C is an entry-level tipper but with a powerful engine suitable for various construction and infrastructure applications. The engine size is much larger than traditional Indian OEMs offer conventionally; this is coupled with an overall superior package of aggregates, bigger tipping body, reliability, and durability. The 1923C allows the customers to deploy it for all types of needs. We take a look at some more details of this tipper. 

Exterior

BharatBenz 1923C looks exactly similar to other heavy-duty trucks in its portfolio with the signature factory fitted cabin, color cargo load body, and overall impressive fit and finish. The cabin is shared across all the trucks of BharatBenz, thus evoking the similarity in their appearance. The bumper gets cabin color with overall modern front facia, and the well-known nose, grill, and BharatBenz logo. 

BharatBenz 1923C is a 6-tyre tipper, and it gets a modern-day cabin with a foldable berth. This tipper's overall length is 6185 mm and width of 2490 mm, the height of 2960 mm. The box-type tipping body is 10.5 Cu.m in size to carry bulk and larger size volume of material effortlessly, as the body is manufactured with high-quality steel and quite durable. The nylon type tyre are of 11x20 size. The fuel tank size is 180L and the Adblue tank is 43L. 

Interior

The interior of 1923C is functional and practical to use comfortably to its highest potential. Tipper mostly operates in a challenging environment; thus, an ergonomic cabin helps the driver stay productive and use the tipper at the highest operational level. Like the company's cabin across its portfolio, the 1923C tipper also gets a modern cabin design with all the safety elements built into it to take care of the driver. It offers the driver a superior in-cabin experience. The cabin is aerodynamically designed & suitable for longer drivers and highly durable with superior noise, vibration, and harshness characteristics. The driver and co-passenger seats are comfortable; the cabin has enough storage space and offers the widest view outside. 

Performance

BharatBenz 1923C tipper gets the proven OM 926 BS6 engine with a maximum power of 241hp, and it produces 850 Nm of torque, which is tuned to the 6-speed gearbox for adequate power for challenging construction and mining cargo duties. The clutch is a single dry plate with hydraulic control in 395 diameters. The front suspension is a parabolic type leaf spring with 2-hydraulic shock absorbers and the rear is a semi-elliptical leaf spring. The service brake is pneumatic foot operated with a dual-line with ABS while the parking brake is a pneumatically operated hand control valve. 

The chassis frame is (D X W X T) 288 x 70 x 9 mm, the wheelbase is 3600 mm and a bigger 10.5 CuM tipper body carries a higher load. The 1923C tipper's gradeability is 38 %, ground clearance of 265 mm and the turning circle diameter is 13.5m. Like the rest of BharatBenz trucks, the 1923C also gets high-performance Profit Plus Technology, which blends better fuel efficiency, superior safety & comfort, unmatched reliability, lowest maintenance costs, and connected trucks.

Safety

 BharatBenz trucks in India are known for their safety as the company has been focused on offering the safest truck. This was one of the core philosophies of the company when it entered the Indian truck market and helped modernise the sector. The company only offers factory-fitted, fully built trucks with its in-house cabin, which has undergone safety tests. The 1923C tipper is part of the safe DNA of a safer truck manufactured with the best, high-quality material in the advanced manufacturing process suitable for Indian road and operating conditions. 

Verdict

The 1923C has gained a lot of traction in the Indian tipper market, and the populations of them are increasing considerably, as are highly visible across large construction and infra projects. This underlines the fact that customers are finding tipper useful and value for money products. BharatBenz has gradually got into a key market segment as more and more customers are willing to explore the brand as it promises superior products, full-service support and the highest warranty for a peaceful ownership experience. The 1923C is part of the same league with a promise of productivity and performance. The tipper has everything to carry out challenging duties. If you are looking for a tipper in the 19T category, you should explore this tipper before going ahead with your decision.