BharatBenz has announced the launch of its all-new range of heavy-duty rigid trucks in India, powered by a brand-new diesel engine. The BharatBenz heavy-duty rigid truck range is available in 2826R (6×2), 3526R (8×2), 3832R (8×2), 4232R (10×2) and 4832R (10×2) configurations. These trucks are designed for applications such as bitumen, bulker, Petroleum, Oil & Lubricants (POL). The latest range of rigid trucks is based on a newly engineered joggle frame chassis, fitted with parabolic-type, grease-free suspension. It is powered by an all-new 6.7-litre diesel engine that comes in two configurations: 247 BHP / 950 Nm and 302 BHP / 1,200 Nm. The new 6D26 diesel engine is equipped with the EFFI+ package and multi-drive mode functionality. It has features like ‘Minimal Parked Regeneration’ to reduce unnecessary fuel burn during downtime, ‘Auto Green Band’, which automatically maintains engine speed within the optimal RPM range for efficiency, ‘Auto Idling Shutdown’, which cuts off the engine during prolonged idling to conserve fuel, and ‘Harsh Acceleration Control’, which limits acceleration rates to prevent fuel wastage. The multi-drive mode allows drivers to select between different modes as per the load conditions The new range of BharatBenz rigid trucks is fitted with aerodynamically designed AC cabins that comply with EU ECE R29-02 cabin safety norms. The trucks come with Advanced Driver State Monitoring systems, a powerful engine brake system and a reverse camera. BharatBenz trucks are offered with a 10 lakh km Annual Maintenance Control (AMC).
