OREANDA-NEWS. September 25, 2012. Tata Motors has received its largest ever single order for commercial vehicles from Siddhivinayak Logistics (SVLL), to supply 1,314 trucks to be delivered during the financial year. The order coincided with the launch of an innovative scheme by SVLL, meant for the well-being of their drivers, called 'Chalak se malak'.

The order includes two recently launched products, the new Tata Prima 4923 LX and the Tata LPT 3723, the first 5-axle rigid truck in the country.

Based in Surat, SVLL is India’s largest fleet owner, with a fleet size of over 4,000 commercial vehicles. The company operates across diverse segments like steel, cement, tractors, chemicals and machinery, and is a pioneer in new segments like commercial vehicle chassis carriers.

Speaking on the occasion, RC Baid, founder and chief mentor, SVLL, said, "We have been using Tata vehicles for decades and are pleased with the quality, engagement and after-sales services. We appreciate the commitment of Tata Motors in helping us become a specialist and India’s fastest-growing surface transport company. Through this order, we further strengthen our relationship with Tata Motors."

Speaking on the occasion, Vinod Sahay, head, sales and marketing, medium and heavy commercial vehicles, Tata Motors, said, "We are delighted that our association with SVLL continues unabated. We are honoured to receive this prestigious order and are committed to deliver these vehicles this fiscal year. We thank the company for their continued trust and patronage of our brand."

The New Tata Prima 4923 LX, from the new 230hp range of Prima trucks, was launched to extend the Prima advantage to many more transporters who require a lower power-to-weight ratio. These vehicles are fitted with a Cummins ISBe electronic engine, with common rail injection for efficient fuel injection. This comes with India’s first indigenously developed 9-speed gearbox from Tata Motors, with an overdrive function which provides superior fuel efficiency. These vehicles are also coupled with a 430mm diameter organic clutch and 10-T rear axle to deliver a balanced and robust drive train. The Tata Prima LX's cabin comes with an optional AC, 4-point suspension for reduced vibration and double sleeper bunks to provide maximum comfort to the driver.

The Tata LPT 3723 is the first 5-axle rigid truck in the country and will be the next big game-changer in the Indian commercial vehicle industry. This truck can carry around 4.5 tonnes more than the existing 31-tonne multi-axle vehicle. As a result, it is all set to radically change the economics of transportation in multiple segments by reducing the cost per tonne/kilometre of transportation. It is powered by a Cummins 6BT 5.9l engine (155kw power at 2,500rpm), twin steerable front axles, a twin-drive axle and a tag-lift axle, the only truck to have such a technology, reducing tyre and fuel costs. The turning circle diameter of 21.9m makes it more maneuverable.