Tata 912 LPK

912 LPK Highlights

October 7, 2020: Taking on the needs of the small construction or building applications in cities and towns, Tata Motors has the 912 LPK tipper in the sub-10T gross weight category. This is quite a high volume and popular segment in the ICVs, and Tata Motors strongly impacts LPK. If you are looking for an efficient and productive tipper in the 10T GVW range, then the Tata 912 LPK is among the strongest candidates for you. This tipper comes with the most important longer flat torque curve & enhanced low-end torque for impressive load pulling capabilities with superior mileage in the category. 

Engine: The most vital aspect of this tipper is the powertrain. Tata Motors equipped this tipper with a new generation 3.3, 4-cylinder, 3300 CC, in-line water-cooled direct-injection diesel engine with intercooler BS6 engine produces 125hp of power and 390 Nm of torque, tuned to Tata's proven GBS40, 5-speed manual cable shift gearbox with 5-forward and 1-reverse gears.

Optimized Aggregates: All the key aggregates such as axles, suspension, brakes, clutch, and chassis frames are highly optimized for durability.

Tipper Body: The fully built tipper comes with a sizable 5 Cu.M tipper body made with high strength steel and 3 stage painting process for longer body life is also available to reduce the bodybuilding time. It comes with cabin and body options with a fully built tipper. 

High Gradeability: The gradeability is quite necessary to climb-up for a tipper; hence the 912 LPK gets 40%. The wheelbase of this tipper is 2775mm, ground clearance of 211mm.

Features: This tipper is not only a performance machine but also gets some comfort and convenience features, including a music system with a fast USB charger, gear shift advisor, electric tipping switch, average fuel economy, driver message screen, reverse parking buzzer, etc. 

Competitors: You can also check out some of the nearest rivals of this tipper and they are Ashok Leyland Ecomet 1015 Tipper, Ashok Leyland BOSS 1115 Tipper, Eicher Pro 2080XPT, Eicher Pro 2095XPT, Slightly higher GVW is the BharatBenz 1217C.

Tata 912 LPK Tipper- Expert Review

Overview

The new 912 LPK is part of Tata Motors' extensive tipper range in the intermediate and light commercial vehicle segment. This 6-tyre tipper targets those customers who want a tipper that works efficiently and productively at construction sites. 912 LPK now comes with a modern engine that has a long flat torque curve and improved low-end torque for superior load pulling capacity with the highest possible mileage and better overall performance. 

Tata Motors has equipped this tipper with proven aggregates, and it comes with a higher power, overall durable built quality, and longer life parts for pocket-friendly maintenance. 912 LPK offered as a fully-built tipper with a bigger tipper body made in higher strength steel and 3 stage painting process for longer body life. Apart from the performance, 912 LPK gets several new features to make it a comfortable and enjoyable to driver, and hence improves the turn-around.

Exterior

Tata Motors hasn't changed anything in the exterior as the 6-wheel tipper retains the key performance and looks. The 912 LPK has a familiar look with the Tata's LPK all-steel day cabin with a wider windshield, strong and durable quality. The cabin looks appealing with its unique design angels and fitted with a a sizable tipping body. The cabin is aesthetically pleasing and safer to take care of the driver. It is easy to get in and out of the cabin, and stronger bumper and higher quality material blends the safety and looks perfectly.  

The 912 LPK is a 9600 kg gross weight category tipper that comes with a tipping body of 5CuM-UBT and available in cabin & chassis and fully built tipper. Tata Motors offers this tipper with an 8.25 x 16 -16PR size tyre which comes with a robust sidewall that provides sufficient lateral holding power with a wider tread surface and enhanced high-speed stability. The less rolling resistance offers better fuel, and tyre mileage both help save a lot of operating cost.

Interior

The 912 LPK cabin is modern, comfortable, and packed with features that keep the driver fresh for higher overall productivity. The cabin has a driver and one co-driver seating configuration and seat adjustment in XZ direction to reduce driver fatigue. The ergonomically superior cabin gets Melba fabric for a comfortable seat in every season. A new dashboard with a music system and high-quality Blaupunkt speaker and high-speed USB charger, and a manual regeneration switch for driver comfort. 

The tilt and telescopic steering help in effortless driving on any terrain with a four-spoke soft-touch steering wheel. Also, a new instrument cluster with features like gear shift advisor, driver message screen, average fuel economy, and telltale symbols, display trip indication, DEF gauge, fuel gauge, oil pressure gauge, distance to empty, malfunction indicator lamp, screen navigation, etc. for overall higher performance and productivity. 

Performance

Like the rest of the feature, 912 LPK also now comes with a modern and powerful engine and aggregates to make it one of the best performing tippers in the segment. The 912 LPK is fitted with the popular 3.3L new generation, 4-cylinder in-line water-cooled direct injection diesel engine with intercooler. It produces a maximum power of 125hp at maximum torque 390 Nm and tuned to a five-speed gearbox with a cable shift mechanism.

The key aggregates like the clutch is a single plate dry friction type of 310 mm. The rear axle is TATA RA 1068HD fully floating banjo type to carry heavy material. The front and rear suspensions are semi-elliptical leaf spring type. The brakes are dual circuit, full air S cam with the auto slack adjuster in drum type. The gradeability is 40%, and the ground clearance is 211 mm. The tipper is fitted with 90L fuel tanks for longer trips and few breaks. Additional performance features with this tipper include an electric switch for tipping, stone guard addition and cast support branch with improved spring stiffness, and a new 120 alternator.

Safety

Safety of trucks is vital both for the vehicle and the driver; thus, Tata Motors offers plenty of safety features. Also, the overall built quality and high-quality material makes 912 LPK a strong and safe tipper. The all-steel factory fitted cabin is rugged and durable and protects the driver in case of any impact. To make the cabin safer, a white illumination facia and ignition switch is provided inside the cabin for easy accessibility during night driving. 

Verdict

The 912 LPK is Tata Motors' promise in the ICV tipper segment for customers looking for a durable and productive tipper. If you are in the market for a 9-10T GVW tipper, then 912 LPK is among the top choices. Tata Motors ensures you get all the key performance characteristics in this tipper and guaranteed OEMs support along the way. This new fully-upgraded BS6 version tipper is designed and developed to offer the best performance at a reasonable lower operating cost. It comes with the standard 3-years or 3 lakh km whichever earlier warranty for a peaceful ownership experience.