Eicher Pro 3019

Pro 3019 Highlights

September 11, 2020: Pro 3019 is the entry-level heavy-duty cargo truck in the 19T gross vehicle weight category. This rigid cargo truck is suitable for various medium-to-long trips, including fruits & vegetables, industrial goods, parcel & courier, FMCG, e-commerce, auto carrier, LPG & tankers, etc. Eicher, traditionally being a leader in the LMD segment, slowly expanding into the M&HCV segment. The Pro 3019 is part of the same DNA that combines the USP of higher mileage, reliability, and lower maintenance cost, enabling higher revenue to the customer.  

The Pro 3019 is a durable and productive truck with an efficient powertrain for higher mileage, superior uptime, comfortable cabin for more productive performance. This Eicher truck gets the proven E494, 4-cylinder, BS6 engine that produces 180hp of power, 600 Nm of torque, and tuned to a 6-speed manual gearbox. This power is sufficient for all the applications on highways and rural roads. 

To become a more productive truck and help the customer to fleet more effectively, Eicher offers Eicher Live-a telematics systems. Also, the truck is equipped with fuel coaching which helps drivers run the truck optimally using right gears, M-Booster Plus with different driving modes, and cruise control for fatigue-free driving.

The truck is available in three wheelbases 4490 mm, 5490 mm, and 6690 mm and cargo body spans starting from 6067 mm to 10213 mm, and available in cabin and chassis, high side deck, mild steel container, etc. The gradeability is 25%, the front, and rear tyres are 295/90R20 sizes, with 190 and 425-liter capacity fuel tanks.

Eicher Pro 3019 Truck- Expert Review

Overview

Pro 3019 another 18.5-ton gross weight truck in Eicher's extensive product offerings in the fast-growing rigid segment. The Pro 3019 appeals to a wide range of customers' needs with a bigger load body, higher cargo carrying space and the same fuel-efficient engine that Eicher is known for all these years. This is complemented with all modern features, enhanced productivity for a profitable logistics business. Pro 3019 is designed to offer segment-leading performance for the customer to use the truck for new applications and business opportunities to stay ahead of its competition to earn a better return on capital. 

Besides the strong powertrain and aggregates, Eicher offers the best performing truck that combines power and torque for overall better productivity. Among the key applications, the Pro 3019 is suitable for fruits & vegetables, industrial goods, parcel & courier, FMCG, e-commerce, auto carrier, LPG & tankers. Read to know more as we explore the truck in detail.

Exterior

Pro 3019 is almost similar in many exterior aspects as the company has the same design and cabin choices across its range of trucks. The cabin is elegant and aesthetically premium-looking. This truck is available in the closed body, cabin and chassis, high side deck body and mild-steel container options. There are three wheelbases, 4490 mm and 5490 mm and 6690 mm, in different load body lengths to suit wide-ranging logistics needs. 

The domex chassis is an extremely strong ladder-type frame with C channel dimensions 230x76x6 for higher load carrying capabilities. It offers the benefit of superior loading space and key elements such as reliability, durability and higher uptime. The cargo body is available in 20 and 24ft high side deck options to carry various cargo loads. The front and rear tyre size is 295/90R20. The diesel fuel tank is 190L and the Adblue tank is 27L. Overall, Pro 3019is an appealing truck with a similar Eicher logo, grill, and design architectural elements, making Pro 3019 one of the best looking trucks in the segment. 

Interior

Pro 3019 comes with the factory fitted sleeper cabin, equipped with features enhancing the overall truck performance. The cabin has enough storage space for the driver to keep his stuff, greater outside visibility during day and night driving for higher safety. The modern dashboard is fitted with all the key vehicle indicators and functions to better control the vehicle. The truck is fitted with M Booster + technology that helps drivers better operate the vehicle power with two modes- Eco and Eco+, selecting them as per the load and road condition for higher fuel mileage and superior overall turnaround the truck. Also the fuel coaching for real-time information and performance of the truck. 

To ease the driving and help higher productivity, the tilt and telescopic steering come as a standard, which helps the driver adjust the steering as per his seating convenience; thus, he can be less tired and drive longer hours without frequent breaks. Another interesting feature inside the cabin is a regeneration switch to initiate the manual regeneration process; this averts the DPF filter's choking and the truck's smoother functioning. 

Performance

Eicher has worked hard to refine its new medium and heavy commercial vehicle range with the higher power engine in-up with the most stringent BS6 emission complaint, to take on the aggressive two prominent players. The company has completely revamped its trucks, which are now branded as EUTECH6; the aim is to help the customer earn better revenue by running an efficient and productive fleet. On a longer scale, the company has the ambition to modernise the Indian transport and logistics industry with its global product for local needs. The Pro 3019 comes from the same DNA for the top-end medium-duty customers to take on today's dynamics logistic needs without compromising its higher fuel mileage promise. 

The Pro 3019 gets a powertrain comprising Eicher's E494, 4-cylinder engine, it produces 180hp of power at 600 Nm of torque, tuned to a 6-speed gearbox; this combination is adequate for types medium-duty shipments. The key aggregates to support the engine includes a 362 mm clutch, and the rear axle is heavy-duty fully floating single reduction, 395mm drive head, the brake is dual circuit full air s cam with ABS. The front suspension is parabolic, and the rear is semi-elliptic to carry heavy load effortlessly. 

Safety

The new modern truck range from Eicher now fulfills the increasing needs of Indian customers' safer trucks. In the Pro 3019, there are key in-built safety elements to ensure the driver and the vehicle is safer while carrying expensive and time-sensitive cargo. The company makes these trucks at its integrated plant in Pithampur using the most modern manufacturing and production processes. The material used in the building of the truck is high quality and durable. The Pro 3019 haulage trucks cabin, body, and aggregates are durable for a longer trip with high strength to face any impact. 

Verdict

The Pro 3019 is a reasonable truck in almost all the key elements. You get the proven track record, trust with all brand attributes- the major ones include powerful and fuel-efficient trucks, modern powertrain and aggregates, made for Indian road conditions, and last but not least, is pocket friendly to run. What more? Eicher is a promising industry best uptime with its entire BS6 range of trucks and 24x7 support for breakdown assistance, availability of spars, and remote diagnostic to help keep the truck running. Pro 3019 is among the top contenders in the segment which you can buy!