Tata 609g SFC

January 19, 2021: The TATA 609g SFC is a CNG light truck based on the famous 407 platforms with a unique and safe semi-forward cabin. The 609g SFC caters the 6T gross weight category of the light trucks for urban and rural applications. This truck has a proven track record that helps you accelerate your logistics and transport business with lower operating cost and higher mileage along with being an environment-friendly truck as compared to the diesel engine. This promising LCV price ranges between ₹ 13.06 - ₹ 13.46 lakh, ex-showroom New Delhi.

Tata 609g SFC Rivals: The closest CNG rival for Tata 609g SFC is Eicher Pro 2050 CNG. You may also like to explore the nearest diesel rivals such as Mahindra JAYO Eicher Pro 2050, and Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre.

Tata 609g SFC Engine & GearBox: The truck is fitted with Tata Motors dependable 38 SGI CNG BS6 engine producing 83hp of power at 285 Nm of torque and tuned to a 5-speed manual gearbox and, packed with highly optimized aggregates at an affordable cost. 

Tata 609g SFC Cabin: This CNG LCV gets the famous SFC styled cabins with the distinctive nose for highest safety levels. The spacious cabin is comfortable and loaded with features. 

Tata 609g SFC Suspensions: The front suspension is parabolic springs with two hydraulic double acting telescopic type shock absorbers with anti-roll bar. At the rear are a semi-elliptical leaf spring and two hydraulic double acting telescopic type shock absorbers. 

Tata 609g SFC Features: Some of the key features on this truck are improved auto adjuster brake assembly - front, banjo type rear axle, improved chassis thickness, reduction in clutching and gear shifting efforts, and parabolic suspension in front. Factory fitted music system with Blaupunkt speakers, and comfortable cabin with driver convenience features such as USB fast charging, new seat design with heat resistant Melba fabric, PTO provision, reverse parking assist, among others. 

Overview

The 609g SFC is the entry-level CNG truck in the light commercial vehicle cargo segment, a greener version and economical to run that the diesel counterpart. Tata Motors has a strong CNG truck portfolio for an urban customer base-cities and town where the availability of CNG is adequate. Like its diesel sibling, the 609g SFC is a well-built truck offering superior large deck, superior mileage, better load carrying capabilities, and a durable truck. 

This truck in revamped with the new BS6 powertrain along with optimized aggregates and modern features to make it most product truck. The 609g SFC is 5950 kg of gross vehicle weight category LCV truck suitable for several applications for short to medium cargo-carrying duties including market load, fruits, and vegetable, FMCG, White Goods, e-commerce, parcel & courier and some special applications like suction and jetting machine, garbage compactor, road sweeper, etc. This truck's versatility makes it most popular among truck buyers as it adapts to any cargo need and terrain. 

Exterior

The 609g SFC looks identical to the Tata Motors SFC platform with the great cabin and a strongly built, safer-all steel day cabin. The cabin, sharp grill, and distinctive look make it the most appealing trucks in India. 609g SFC stands out in the exterior with its unique cabin style. 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, 6.4ft of width and height of 1.47ft. It gets the 8.25-16 16PRR offers greater mileage.

Interior

To get the highest productivity from this truck, Tata Motors ensured the cabin is comfortable, roomy, and packed with features. And 609g gets a fully-functional cabin, which is nothing but a delight for the driver. The driver+1 seating configuration, seat adjustment for comfortable sating position, reduces driver fatigue, increases overall driving comfort. The standard power steering is effortless and also comes with a new steering wheel. 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. 

The new multi-functional instrument cluster 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. The truck gets 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.  

Performance  

609g SFC gets a contemporary powertrain comprising a reliable BS6 engine with higher mileage. The 3.8L CNG engine produces 83hp of power at a maximum of 285 Nm of torque with 6% more pulling power and 8% better pickup than the earlier generation engine for faster turnaround time. The engine is tuned to G400, 5-speed manual synchromesh gearbox with five forward and 1-reverse gear for a comfortable driving experience. 

For better cargo-carrying capabilities, the suspension on this truck are of high quality with parabolic springs and two hydraulic double acting telescopic shock absorbers with an anti roll bar at the front and the rear semi-elliptical leaf spring with telescopic type shock absorber. It gets a 280 mm clutch in single plate dry friction type, and brakes are vacuum-assisted- H2LS, auto slack adjuster. Also, for durability and modularity, the chassis is strongest with bolted design, and also long member thickness is increased to 5mm against the standard from 4mm for LCV. Overall, Tata Motors ensured this truck has everything to make it best performing one to help its customer earn greater revenue with all the support 24x7. 

Safety

609g SFC comes with modern safety features ensuring the safety of the truck. 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 makes it durable and even take on any potential impact from the front and any side. To better control the truck, especially at full load cargo, it is equipped with high-quality brakes. And the highly reliable aggregates makes the truck much more reliable and safe.

Verdict

609g SFC is Industry's best CNG truck in its category along with Tata Motors' support, and guaranteed performance makes the ideal choice. This promising truck is suitable for several key urban applications with the commitment of higher productivity and more environment-friendly due to CNG powertrain. 609g SFC is environmentally friendly and economical to operate LCV in the vital and fast-growing last-mile cargo delivery segment in India.