New Delhi
Eicher Trucks and buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles have launched the Eicher Non-Stop Series, a new range of heavy-duty trucks designed for the fast-evolving long-haul transportation in the country. The Non-Stop series encompassing four new heavy-duty trucks are equipped with powerful and fuel-efficient engines and supported by a connected service ecosystem to deliver enhanced performance and superior Uptime to fleet owners. The launch marks 15 years of operation of the Volvo Eicher Joint Venture (VECV) in the country and the beginning of the next phase of its growth journey committed to adoption of sustainable practices across all segments.
The vehicles — Eicher Pro 6019XPT, Tipper; Eicher Pro 6048XP, haulage truck; Eicher Pro 6055XP and the Eicher Pro 6055XP 4×2, tractor-trucks complement Eichers extensive line-up of heavy, medium and light duty trucks and buses. Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO, VECV believes the Non-Stop range of HD trucks will set new industry standards towards improving efficiency and cost of logistics in the country. “Backed by industry-leading Uptime Center and MyEicher App, this new range will deliver more productivity and profitability for Eicher customers,” says Aggarwal.
What makes this a milestone is that Eicher offers a robust heavy-duty portfolio to its customers, supported by a connected service ecosystem resulting in increased productivity and profitability, points out Gagandeep Singh Gandhok, Senior Vice President – HD Truck Business, VECV. The new range of vehicles have been designed with holistic service solutions that leverage AI and Machine Learning. The Eicher Pro 6048XP has GVW of 48-tonne and is powered by fuel-efficient VEDX8 engine that delivers a high power of 300 hp.
The Eicher Pro 6055XP and Eicher Pro 6055/1 (4X2) tractor trailers are driven by an economical VEDX8 engine, providing top-notch power of 300 hp and maximum torque of 1200 Nm. The vehicles have been designed with a robust and fine-tuned driveline for optimal performance, better turnaround time and superior uptime for long haul logistics. Eicher Pro 6019XPT has a VEDX5, 5.1L 4 cylinder engine, providing a power output of 240 hp and robust torque delivery of 900 Nm with superior pulling strength and outstanding gradeability, resulting in quicker turnarounds and more efficient trips.
To enhance the experience of HD customers, Eicher has a robust dealership network of over 850 touchpoints across the country including 425+ authorized service centres and 8000+ retail centres for parts.