Tata 510 SFC TT

January 5, 2021: Tata 510 SFC TT is a proven light truck on the semi forward cabin style for all your last-mile cargo transportation needs. This 5-6T gross weight category truck price is between ₹ 12.36 - ₹ 12.86 Lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi) with customized cargo body options. Packed with modern features, highly refined and powerful engine, the Tata 510 SFC TT is a truck that has a rich pedigree of performance and reliability. 

Tata 510 SFC TT Engine & GearBox: The 510 SFC TT gets the proven 4SPCR, BS6 engine with 2956cc of displacement. The maximum power of 98hp and 300 Nm of torque to take on all the cargo duties. The engine is tuned with Tata's G400, 5-speed manual gearbox for smooth driving. 

Tata 510 SFC TT Suspensions: The front suspension is parabolic spring with rubber bush with 2 hydraulic double-acting shock absorbers. At the rear suspension is a semi-elliptical leaf spring with 2 hydraulic double-acting shock absorbers.

Tata 510 SFC TT Brakes: The brakes are vacuum-assisted with H2LS and auto slack adjuster.

Tata 510 SFC TT Fuel Tank & Tyre: As the name suggests, this LCV comes with twin tyres at the rear, the tyre size is 7.00 R 16LT, 12PR- at the front 2, and rear 4. You get one spare tyre and the fuel tank comes with 60L size. 

Tata 510 SFC TT Dimensions: This twin tyre LCV is available in 3305 mm of the wheelbase, the gross weight of this truck is 5300 kg. The ground clearance is 189 mm and the turning diameter is 13.1m. 

Tata 510 SFC TT Rivals: This LCV takes on the Eicher Pro 2050.

Overview 

The 510 SFC TT is the entry-level twin-tire cargo truck in the LCV segment based on the popular 407 platforms and a sibling of the 610 SFC TT variant. This truck is based on the earlier generation SFC 407 TT, Tata Motors is now offering more value to this new version of the old truck to help its customer earn more revenue. The 510 SFC TT is a more durable, tougher truck for challenging cargo needs and takes on difficult terrain rather effortlessly. The customer can truck this truck for all kinds of cargo transportation needs.  

Not just the new stringent emission norms, Tata Motors, is offering powers of including the power of profits, performance, driving comfort, convenience & connectivity, value, and safety & security. To take on challenging cargo duties including the construction materials, tankers, LPG cylinders, poultry carriers, SFC is a 5300 kg gross vehicle weight truck, which now comes with a large 10 ft deck length to help carry more bulk and higher volume. 

Apart from the BS6 emission 510 SFC TT now gets additional features such as improved power, torque and low-end torque, highest gradeability, standard power steering for smoother driving experience and new design. Let's get a little deeper into this truck to understand it better. 

Exterior

In terms of looks and feel, 510 SFC TT is identical to any other SFC truck from the company's portfolio with the signature impressive-looking all-steel day cabin with adequate space and a strong and durable cabin. 510 SFC TT exterior with its unique cabin style makes it sound out among its competitors. It is the only truck in the market which comes with the semi-forward cabin (SFC) style making it a special and exclusive truck. 

In the all-new BS6 revamp, the trucks' exterior remained unchanged, keeping the truck's original feel. The strong, steel cargo load body comes of 10 ft length, 6.6ft of width and height of 1.47ft. The tyres are The 7.00-16 12PRR offers better mileage, as the name suggests, there are two tyres at the front and four at the rear with one spare tyre offered. 

Interior

510 SFC TT gets a comfortable and comfy cabin with a driver+1 seating configuration. The driver seat comes with an adjustment mechanism for a comfortable seating position, reduces driver fatigue, increases overall driving comfort. The standard power steering complements this for effortless driving. The Melba fabric seats make the cabin comfortable in summer and winter, and the pedal positions accelerator, brake, and clutch are enhanced for better driving comfort. 

Along with a roomy cabin, a multi-functional instrument cluster is provided for better control and effective use of the vehicle inside the cabin. This has display trip indication, fuel, DEF level indicator, air pressure, speed, brake, seat belt, temperature, fuel economy, DPF regeneration, time, trip, SCR fault-related indications, gear shift advisor helping the driver in almost every need. 

510 SFC TT also gets some convenience and ergonomics features such as internal connectivity with a high-quality music system with Blaupunkt speakers and a high-speed USB mobile charger, a white illumination facia, and an ignition switch for easy accessibility during night trips. Undoubtedly the cabin is one of the best in the segment and a pleasure to drive, ensuring higher productivity. 

Performance 

In terms of performance, this truck has everything that defines the durability, reliability and lower running cost. All the elements are at the heart of the truck owners; hence 510 SFC TT gets a modern powertrain comprising the improved 4 SPCR, which produces 98hp of power at a peak torque of 300 Nm. The engine is tuned to a 5-speed G400 gearbox with five forward and 1-reverse gear for an effortless driving experience. 

The key aggregates fitted on this truck include a banjo type rear axle capable of carrying more load and less prone to leakage. Strongest and durable chassis with a bolted design for increased modularity. Also, a single piece frame for engine mountings is updated in line with BS 6 engines, and long member thickness is increased to 5mm. It comes with a serrated coupling flange propeller shaft for better reliability and maintenance. The e-viscous fan helps to earn higher fuel mileage and to improve the overall performance of the vehicle. Aggregates such as brakes, strong suspensions, and clutch are durable and offer superior performance.

Safety

Like its other trucks in the family, the 510 SFC TT gets all modern safety features to ensure the truck and the driver's safety. The cabin is the most critical part of the whole truck, and hence, with the unique nose with a semi-forward cabin, ensures the highest safety levels. The solid built quality and steel construction make it durable and even take any potential impact from the front and any side. 

Verdict

The 510 SFC TT is another variant in Tata Motors LCV portfolio for those customers who want a little lower payload trucks for some challenging applications promising both strong performance and durability. The 510 SFC TT has a lot better than the earlier generation famous SFC 407 TT capable of delivering the trusted performance. Tata Motors another truck with a lot on offers, and customers looking for an LCV in 5-6T GVW category, 510 SFC TT is a undoubtedly top contender.