BharatBenz 5228T

5228T Highlights

September 24, 2020: To address the niche applications in the top-end tractor-trailer segment, BharatBenz has introduced the 5228T, a modern prime mover with the highest gross carrying weight of up to 54T on a 4x2 configuration tractor. The 5228T has key performance characteristics to boost the customer's business such as higher fuel efficiency, safety, and connectivity. The unique axle configuration allows the customer to transport cargo more than the rival products available in the industry. Further, to accelerate the customer business, the total cost of ownership of this prime mover is quite competitive. This massive tractor-trailer finds application in some of the niche cargo transportation such as cement, iron & steel, tanker, construction material, and market loads, and also the massive over-dimensional cargo.  

The powertrain of 5228T comprises BharatBenz's proven OM 926 engine, which produces 280hp of power at 1100 Nm of torque to carry heavy trailers on any terrain and mated with a 9-speed mechanical synchromesh gearbox.

Key Aggregates include single dry plate, hydraulic control 430 diameter clutch, high quality, heavy-duty axles. The front suspension is a parabolic type with leaf spring and 2-hydraulic shock absorbers and at the rear Elliptical leaf spring. The chassis frame is (DxWxT) of 288 x 70 x 9 (mm) and the anti-roll bar is standard on the front axle for safety. The service brakes are pneumatic, foot-operated with dual-line ABS, and parking brakes with a pneumatically operated hand control valve. The steering is a hydraulic type and power-assisted, you can carry 455L of fuel with a separate 60L Adblue tank. 

BharatBenz says the 5228T gross weight carrying capacity is 50,000 kgs with a suitable three-axle trailer-greater than 3m tridem spacing & mechanical suspension on all trailer axles. The 52,000 kgs with a compatible three-axle trailer-greater than 3m tridem spacing & air suspension on the 1st trailer axle.

Tractor-trailers operate on long-haul routes and drivers spend a lot of time driving this massive truck for weeks, so a comfortable cabin is necessary. The 5528T gets a cabin not only cozy to be in but also equipped with air-suspended seats, a music system, power windows, central locking and static steering. It has seat belt reminder, daytime running lights and a diffuser tailpipe.