Mahindra Blazo X 35

May 6, 2021: Blazo X 35 is another promising multi-axle heavy-duty truck from Mahindra Trucks and Buses. Start at ₹ 34.90 lakh, ex-showroom, New Delhi, this 12-tyre truck is used for some of the major long-haul transport applications. So what are the key USPs of Blazo X 35? The first and foremost is the promise of higher mileage from Mahindra, a key factor in determining the purchase decision. Furthermore, you get full after-sales support from Mahindra across the country’s length and breadth. 

This 35,000 kg heavy truck has been one of the major product offerings from Mahindra for today’s dynamics long-haul transport requirements. You can also explore India’s 12-tyre cargo truck segment here.

Mahindra Blazo X 35 Key Rivals: The 12-tyre truck segment is highly competitive, and Blazo X 35 takes on Tata LPT 3518 Cowl, Tata LPT 3521 Cowl, Tata Signa 3518.T, Ashok Leyland 3520, Eicher Pro 6035, BharatBenz 3523R  

Mahindra Blazo X 35 Key USPs: The Blazo X35 is pitched against highly competitive products in the market. Mahindra has come up with a durable and productive truck with optimized aggregates, guaranteed fuel mileage, and 24x7 support across the country. 

Mahindra Blazo X 35 Engine:: Blazo X35 gets Mahindra’s proven mPOWER 7.2-litre FuelSmart BS6 engine producing 280hp of power at massive 1050 Nm of torque that is tuned to an a6-speed Eaton gearbox. 

Mahindra Blazo X 35 Aggregates: Blazo X35 steering is a hydraulic power assist tilt & telescopic type for a smoother driving experience. Mahindra's factory-fitted signature single sleeper cabin with AC as an option. The Blazo X 35 is available in lift axle configurations for higher fuel efficiency and tyre mileage.

Mahindra Blazo X 35 Applications: Blazo X35 is a versatile truck that can be deployed in various applications such as construction material, engineering goods, refrigeration, tanker, barrels, fruits, and vegetables, food grain, boxes, parcel, and logistics.

Overview

In the highly competitive, profitable and high volume heavy-duty truck segment, Mahindra Trucks and Buses offers some of the Industry’s most compelling trucks to take industry popular and well-established trucks. Mahindra with its modern Blazo X range of heavy trucks brings a strong alternative to Indian truck buyers. Mahindra Blazo X range comes with key performance elements that include guaranteed mileage which is higher than the rivals and superior after-sales support across the length and breadth of India with the commitment to offer breakdown and spare parts service. 

In the multi-axle long-haul cargo carrier segment, the Blazo X 35 comes to offer a truck that practically does everything. This 12-tyre, 4-axle truck is targeted at important long-haul transportation needs to help speed up the domestic logistics by efficiently transporting. Blazo X 35 is equipped with all the key technologies, aggregates that inspire confidence in the overall truck. This 35T GVW truck is capable of taking on all the key heavy transport applications and does the job efficiently. But can you buy this over the more established rivals? You can take that decision by reading our in-depth review of this truck. 

Exterior

Blazo X 35 looks like a heavy and strong truck that has quite appealing design cues. This long-haul truck comes with a Mahindra factory-fitted cabin that gives the truck a nicer exterior look along with a strong character. The cabin appears stylish and packed with a lot of features, you can get in and out of it quite easily. While, as per the customer demand, the Blazo X 35 is available in both cowl and full-built variants. The cabin variant of Blazo X 35 gets an OEM-fitted single sleeper cabin with AC as an option.  

The chassis frame of Blazo X 35 is 285 X 70 X 8.5 in size with a reinforcement type for durability and strength. The Blazo X 35 is available in wheelbases of 6100 mm and 6600 mm, and body sizes of 7315.2 mm, 7924 mm, 9448.8 mm. This gives the truck a stronger and rugged exterior appearance, and Blazo X 35 makes a positive impression among its key rivals in the overall exterior. What you also see from the outside is the 295/ 90R20 +10 R20 size 10-tyres that offer you better fuel and tyre mileage. The fuel tank you see has a 415L capacity and 50L AdBlue tank. 

Interior

The Blazo range of HCVs scores high in terms of overall cabin interior and features. The cabin is a 4-point suspended type that enhances driving comfort. Inside the X 35, you find a spacious cabin that has good storage spaces and the overall material used gives you a car like upmarket feed. All the truck controls are ergonomically located to reduce the efforts while driving the truck. The tilt and telescopic steering help the driver adjust the steering as per the driving preference. A wide windshield and larger rearview mirror for greater visibility and safety while driving. Also, a feature like anti-lock braking comes as standard for superior braking experience-enhancing safety a lot. 

Moreover, a driver information system comes as a standard that helps the driver with all the key truck information in real-time. The driver stays informed about the RPM, temperature, speed, and fuel level, and tyre pressure to efficiently optimize the truck's performance. Not only that, but it provides brake pressure, trip kilometre, fuel consumption per kilometre, battery voltage, and service reminder too. The gear shift is smooth; the driver and co-passenger seat is highly cosy and comfortable for longer trips and fatigue-free driving. 

Performance 

All the Blazo multi-axle truck share a common powertrain and aggregates, hence the performance characters are quite similar like for example the Blazo X 35 gets Mahindra’s proven and reliable mPOWER 7.2-litre FuelSmart engine, which produces 280hp of power at a mighty 1050 Nm of torque to ship all types of cargo over the long-haul. The engine gets a 6-speed gearbox for effortless driving and better mileage. 

Mahindra Blazo X 35 gets a 395 mm diameter in organic type clutch, and the front suspension is twin steer- semi-elliptical leaf spring with shock absorber, and the rear one is bell crank type. To carry a heavy load without any issue the truck has a solo banjo type in a single reduction rear axle. What also determines easy driving is how the driver finds the steering, here the Balzo X 35 has hydraulic power assist in tilt & telescopic steering that makes long hours of driving a lot easier. The brakes are full air S cam dual circuit with ABS in10 BAR system.

Verdict

Mahindra has a huge challenge to get a piece of the growing HCV market from fierce rivals that aren’t letting go of their share of business by offering better products. Despite such a challenging task, Mahindra has been ambitious by working on all the key areas to make a mark. Thus, over the last few years, the company has successfully established the Blazo brand as a strong alternative to the high selling rivals by promising to offer major benefits to the buyers. 

Mahindra’s guaranteed mileage promise makes the X 35 a key product that would help you save considerable money over few years and get a faster return on your investment. Hence, you can take a serious look at this 35T rigid truck, if you’re willing to bet on a new truck to scale your business to the next level, then this Blazo is for you.