SML Isuzu Sartaj 5252 XM BS-III

August 11, 2016: SML Isuzu Sartaj 5252 XM BS-III is a light weight category truck from company with only one wheelbase option of 2,515 mm and in 4 body types of cab, semi deck, high deck and half deck. It has starting price of INR 6.6 lakh. Powered with engine specifications of SLT3 3.5 Litre 4-Cylinder TCIC diesel, it churns out 100.5 bhp power and 315 Nm torque. With GVW of 4,990 kg and payload of 2,590 kg, it’s fit for market loads, carets, boxes, and more. It has power steering option and 33% gradeability for high steeps. Parking brakes and seat belts are there for safety along with standard seats and sufficient leg room.

SML Isuzu SARTAJ 5252 XM Truck BSIII - Expert Review

Overview

Defined as safe, dependable and perfect partner for for the carrying needs of transporters and businessmen, SML Isuzu SARTAZ 5252 XM Truck is surely one of the best products available in the Light Commercial Vehicle category. Available in BS-III and BS-IV emission norms, its one of the few trucks with extra environment friendliness.

It could be used for many applications that include carrying general goods to market place, delivering manufacturing material like bricks and cement, transporting small industrial components from warehouse to dealers etc.

Specs:

Engine - SLT HT3 & Numeral Inline 4 Cylinder Direct Injection Turbocharged with Intercooler

Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) - 4,990 kg (BSIII)

Wheelbase & Turning Radius - 2,515 mm

Power Steering - Optional

Engine and Performance

Fitted with SLT HT3 & Numeral 3,455 cc Inline 4 Cylinder Direct Injection Turbocharged with Intercooler diesel engine, it could churn out a maximum power of 75 Kw @ 3,000 rpm and a peak torque of 315 Nm @ 1,500 - 1,750 rpm. For a LCV truck, these numbers are very fruitful for city bound business, where the need of power is moderate.

Coming to the speed, with its Synchromesh Manual 5-Speed gearbox, it can hit a top speed of 120 km/h and with a gradeability of 33%, SARTAZ 5252 XM BSIII can easily conquer the hilly terrains. Also, making the overall power and gear transmission process smoother is Single Plate Diaphragm Type clutch with 260 mm diameter.

Vehicle Built and Load Capacity

SML Isuzu SARTAZ 5252 XM BSIII is only available in 2,515 mm wheelbase option with decent turning radius of 5075 mm for city roads and turns. Options available in body types are CAB, Fixed Side Deck (FSD), High Side Deck (HSD) and Drop Side Deck (DSD) with cargo body length and breadth dimensions of FSD, HSD and DSD being same at 2,800 mm and 1,860 mm respectively along withe overall length of 4,489 mm.

The height, however, is different for all, standing at 400 mm, 1,030 mm and 1,695 mm for FSD, DSD and HSD, respectively. Also with 190 mm ground clearance and fuel tank capacity of 70 litres, it’s go to travel within the city. Detailing the load capacity, its is able to carry 4,990 kg overall weight with the kerb weight of 2,310 kg and payload capacity of 2,680 kg.

Handling and Suspension

Equipped with Semi-Elliptical type Leaf Springs at front and rear, SARTAJ 5252 XM BSIII is able to negotiate not-so-drive friendly city roads in India. Balancing the weight further during the drive are its Forged I Beam Reverse Elliot Type front axle and Fully Floating Banjo Type rear axle. Both these axles share weight in ratio of 2,390 kg and 2,600 kg at front and rear respectively.

For easy maneuvering on turns and narrow roads, it gets Mechanical steering as standard and options power steering. The 7.00 “ x 16 “ - 14 PR tyres also helps to keep the truck on ground and offer better gripping.

Braking and Safety

To make sure that driver and co-passenger complete their journey safely on accident prone urban roads, SARTAJ 5252 XM BSIII has Hydraulic Vacuum Assisted service brakes. Also, along with separate parking brakes, driver is able to park and stop the truck swiftly in busy areas.

Further improving the safety, body material used in making of this truck is tested and is up to the standards. The seat belts also chip in at times during mishaps and collisions.

Design and Comfort

Coming to the design parts, SARTAJ 5252 XM BSIII is just a regular Light Commercial truck following standard design standards. However, the headlight and taillights have been placed suitable so that it doesn’t affect driving of other vehicles during the night.

Interiors are also very common with only necessary features like standard seats and instrument cluster.