ASHOK LEYLAND 2518 Tripper.

If you are looking for a feature-rich tipper truck from a popular maker, the Ashok Leyland U 2518 T is the best option here. It is an amazing box body truck that comes with a tiltable day cabin as well. It has a high gradeability of 37% and an axle configuration of 6x4. It has a gross weight of 25 tonnes while the maximum payload capacity lies at 19 tonnes. It has a 6-cylinder turbocharged engine that can make 180 bhp of power and 660 Nm of torque. The transmission duties are done by a 9-speed manual gearbox unit. It has a fuel tank capacity of 212 litres.

Performance
  • Engine: 5660 CC
  • Gradeability: 37%
  • Power: 180 bhp
  • Max Speed: 
Design & Build
  • GVW: 25tons
  • Axle: 4X2
  • WheelBase: 3600
  • Body Option: Box Body
Comfort & Safety
  • A/c: No
  • Tiltable Steering: No
  • Brakes: Air Brake
  • ABS: Yes

Expert Review

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    ENGINE AND PERFORMANCE

    Ashok Leyland 2518 T is loaded with heavy-duty aggregates that guarantee longevity and high performance on the road. Turbocharged intercooled ‘H’ series BS-III diesel engine delivers 180 HP @ 2400 rpm and a higher torque of 660 Nm @ 1400-1800rpm ensures better pickup. A proven ‘H’ series engine guarantees lower maintenance and longer life and a 6-speed gearbox ensures operations in all terrains. The vehicle comes with a wheelbase of 3900/4600 mm and a turning radius of 7600/8000 mm that allows easy maneuverability on curved roads. A 200 liters fuel tank allows the vehicle to work at remote locations.

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    HANDLING AND SUSPENSION

    The vehicle employs top-of-the-line technology for effective handling and suspension that guarantees a superior driving experience. Semi-elliptic, multi-leaf, uprated springs with shock absorbers front suspension ensure better driving comfort and heavy-duty bogie suspension at the rear provide higher load-carrying capacity in challenging terrains.

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    BRAKING AND SAFETY

    The combination of now improved and much responsive Full Air Dual Line S-Cam service brakes and Spring Actuated Pneumatic parking brakes at rear works very efficiently to stop the truck at safe distance. To make sure that passengers stay safe during any any mishap, which has high probability on Indian roads, Ecomet 1212 Smart has Ladder Type frame with bolted construction and the material used is high strength. Its 8.25 x 20 - 16 PR tyres too offers required grip and hold on the roads to avoid the drift while braking at high speeds.

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    DESIGN AND COMFORT

    The vehicle boasts of an ergonomically designed factory-built day cabin. The fully-suspended cab helps in better driving comfort. The spacious cab interiors have large stowage space and sleeping provision for the driver. Ashok Leyland 2518 T also comes with optional add-ons such as a music system and telematics.