TATA Motors begins distribution of Prima World truck
Saturday, 07 Nov 2009
It is reported that TATA Motors has begun distribution of its Prima range of World Trucks which was unveiled in May this year.
The first product, the Prima 4028 S is a 40 tonne 266-PS tractor with a 9-speed ZF transmission and a matching trailer with new generation brakes, ABS and specialized axles for heavy duty and high speed application.
The Prima 4028 S tractor has been priced at INR 2.1 million and that with the trailer is INR 3.1 million. The 4028 S tractor trailer is ideal for carrying freight, like steel, cement and containers up to 40.2 tonnes of gross combination weight. The tractor’s spacious air conditioned cabin includes reclining seats, adjustable steering wheels, and arm rests for driver comfort.
It has got sleepers to facilitate long distance travel. These features are designed to induce longer and more trips. Global Positioning System for vehicle tracking is a standard fitment.
The distribution has begun with select customers in the states of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Delhi and West Bengal. Driving crew of these customers has been trained at TATA Motors manufacturing facility in Jamshedpur. The company has already equipped its countrywide service network to support the Prima range.
The 4028 S tractor-trailer will be followed during the course of the financial year with three other products two 49-tonne tractor-trailers and a 31-tonne tipper in key segments and routes. They are all BS-III and BS-IV compliant.
