Mahindra Loadking Optimo

Mahindra Loadking Optimo 

Mahindra is one of the top names when it comes to medium and light commercial vehicles in India. The brand offers a variety of vehicles and in its range, the Mahindra Loadking Optimo is one of the best packages in the segment.

The Mahindra Loadking Optimo is a very well-designed and highly utilitarian ICV coming at a very affordable price in the Indian market. The truck is versatile and suitable for a wide variety of commercial applications.

Mahindra Loadking Optimo Powertrain 

The Mahindra Loadking Optimo is powered by a 3.3 Litres CRDe Diesel engine that comes with Fuel Smart Technology. The vehicle is extremely capable and fuel-efficient at the same time, with the engine producing 90 hp of power and 260 Nm of peak torque. The engine is paired with a 5-speed manual (5F+1R) transmission system. 

Mahindra Loadking Optimo Aggregates 

The Mahindra Loadking Optimo is a very sturdy and spacious truck in the ICV segment. The vehicle has a GVW of 6950 kgs and is available in three variants, Cab with Chassis, Cab with FSD body, and Cab with DSD body.

Mahindra Loadking Optimo Features 

The Mahindra Loadking Optimo comes with key safety features like hydraulic brakes and seat belts. It also comes with a 3 years warranty on the driveline and 1 year on the vehicle

Mahindra Loadking Optimo Comfort  

The cabin of the vehicle is quite spacious and comfortable. The ride quality of the truck is further enhanced by the suspension duty handled by semi-elliptical leaf springs.

Mahindra Loadking Optimo Rivals 

Key rivals of the Mahindra Loadking Optimo in its segment are Eicher Pro 2055 DSD BS6 Tipper and Eicher Pro 2055 FBT BS6 Tipper.

Overview

Mahindra has a quite vast, versatile and immensely successful portfolio of commercial vehicles. The brand offers trucks, tractors, trailers and a range of other vehicles including pickups of all sizes, capacities and across a wide range of prices. 

In its range of trucks, the Loadking Optimo from Mahindra has been quite popular since its launch in the market. As a matter of fact, experts have called it to be the “uncrowned king of small trucks” which tells us a lot about the quality of this truck. The Mahindra Loadking Optimo is a very well-designed, capable and utilitarian small truck. 

The truck is undoubtedly a superior package in the six-tonnes package offering exceptional quality and performance along with sustainable efficiency and reliability both in terms of cost of operations as well as performance. Let us take a look at the key features and key USPs of the truck.

Exterior

The Mahindra Loadking Optimo comes with a sturdy and durable build. The model is a latest addition to the range and is quite strong and capable in terms of load carrying need. The truck has a GVW of 6950 kgs and a wheelbase of 2500 mm. The turning radius is 11.9 m. 

The truck has dimensions measuring 4900 mm

x1700 mm x 530 mm. The load body dimension of the truck is 2.8 Cu.M. The truck’s build quality is quite decent with high quality materials used for the chassis and body. The truck features a modern design on the outside with a dual headlight setup. 

The truck looks and feels quite modern on the outside and there might only be a few trucks that look as good as this one in the 6-tonnes segment. In terms of its structural strength, the small truck is quite reliable for a variety of load carrying purposes over long distances.

Interior

The best thing about the Loadking Optimo has to be its interiors. It comes with a modern cabin that is quite similar to those of cars. The cabin is spacious and features ample headroom and legroom with a seating capacity for 2 people (driver+passenger). The cabin comes with seats that are dual tone. The dashboard as well as its components are quite well-organised and look sophisticated, being made of high quality materials. 

The driver’s seat is adjustable and can be adjusted both in terms of height and reach. The truck gets a three-spoke tilt and telescopic steering wheel. The truck comes with a power steering and you also get an optional air conditioner for some extra price. Other key interior features include a mobile charging point, an analog speedometer with a a small multi-information display and bottle holders

Performance

Powering the Mahindra Loadking Optimo is Mahindra’s special Bharat IV 3.3 litre CRDI engine that is extremely powerful and efficient at the same time. The engine makes 90 hp at 3200 rpm along with a peak torque of 260 Nm at 1600-2200 rpm. The engine is paired to a smooth five-speed transmission system which adds to the fuel efficiency and smooth driving experience of this truck.

A durable clutch adds to the performance of the truck and offers a seamless gear shifting experience, making the truck a reliable vehicle for the long roads. Along with that, the Optimo also gets fuel smart technology which is one of the key features in the truck. When the truck is carrying load, the driver can turn the fuel smart switch on the dashboard to 'load mode’, to get double pulling power. When there is no load, you can shift it to 'empty mode' to get better mileage.

Safety

In terms of safety, the truck comes with an all-inclusive package that has all basic safety features. To begin with the truck comes with heavy duty hydraulic brakes that gives the truck good stopping power and adds to the safety. 

Seatbelts are for the driver and passenger in the cabin and the truck also comes with wide tyres for better stability and smoother handling when carrying load. The semi-elliptical leaf spring suspension at the front and rear ends add to the stable driving experience and smooth handling of the truck with great comfort as well.

Verdict 

Overall, the Mahindra Loadking Optimo is a very well-designed, reliable and capable truck in the six-tonnes segment. For its price, the truck offers great value and its exceptional perf and fuel-efficiency makes it a value for money investment for anyone looking to buy small trucks in the Indian market.