Tata 610 SK – Best LCV Tipper in the town
History of Tipper Trucks
The earliest of the Tipper Trucks came into existence in the late 19th century and have undergone pioneering transformations and overhauls over the years. They have been extensively used by mining, road and construction firms that has stayed true till this date. Today, they operate under the principles of hydraulics and assist human labor in mechanization of load movements and efficient execution of tasks. Also widely referred as dumpers, tipper trucks basically provide an efficient way of transferring large volumes of construction equipment, landscaping materials, machinery and more to and from domestic and commercial sites. They are available in a variety of shapes, sizes and capacities.
The Indian tipper manufacturing industry has undergone a tremendous change in the last three decades. The players in the unorganized sector mainly manufactured the tipper bodies in the 1970s’ and 1980s’, while the chassis to mount the tipper body were provided by Ashok Leyland and Tata Trucks stable (TELCO then). But on a whole, the quality standard was not up to the mark and customers were left with no other choice. The 1990s’ saw the entrance of foreign players who brought in hydraulic kits with telescopic cylinders.
Tata Tippers
It was between 2006 and 2009 when Tata Motors launched fully built-up tipper trucks like LPK 1613, LPK 407 and the company today has a complete range of tippers to cater to all kinds of requirements from 4-wheel tipper to right up to 22-wheeler tip trailers. While the LCV tippers are majorly used for short distance intra city applications, the HCV tippers are often used for long haul and heavy loads.
Tata 610 SK Tipper
Tata 610 SK is the King of Tippers in the LCV Tipper Category. The Tipper is now BS6 compliant and has undergone a complete makeover. Tippers with higher axle ratios are quite popular among customers as they can haul and tow heavier weights over large distances quite comfortably and comparatively better than their contemporaries. Hence, to cater to customer requirements, this Tata LCV tipper now comes with a rear axle ratio (RAR) of 4.875:1, thereby making it an apt purchase for customers engaged in construction-related activities day-in and day-out. This meant that traversing across varied terrains has now become a cakewalk for the LCV Tipper. Tata 610 SK Tipper being compact in size, it is the ideal choice for intra-city loading and unloading applications. This 6.25 Ton gross weight tipper with 3 CuM body has been designed keeping in mind the quick turnaround time demanded by the industry.
This Tata Tipper’s load body is ascended on to the best-in-class chassis made from HSS 800 Steel that is known for its high tensile strength. It is a single-piece frame with modular construction. Diving further into the aggregates, the 610 SK tipper is fitted with banjo type rear axle for higher load-carrying capacity and simultaneously makes it less prone to leakage and disperses driver concerns and monetary losses arising through the same. The next module embedded is the E-viscous Fan to improve the vehicle’s performance. Then comes the long member thickness, that has seen a 1 mm increase to 5 mm now, making it more durable and sturdier. 610 SK tipper’s all-steel cabin reinforces safety aspect in case of a frontal collision.
Driveline Powering the new Tata 610 SK
The Tata 610 SK comes equipped with powerful 4SPCR engine that has stood rock solid for over 3 decades since its inception, and is now available in an all-new BS6 avatar with superior performance parameters. The engine can now deliver a maximum power of 100 HP, which is an 18% boost over its predecessor, and simultaneously ensures a superior turn-around time, which is one of the most important key performance parameters. With a maximum torque of 300 Nm available over a wide range of 1200 – 2200 rpm, Tata 610 SK tipper offers greater pulling power without having to change gears frequently in stop start city conditions. Tata 610 SK Tipper is embodied with the GB 550 transmission that has been dubbed as the most preferred and strongest gear box for a range of applications. This GB 550 gearbox has a rugged design and is capable of handling higher torque ratings. The PTO unity has been designed to fulfill various tasks, some of them being – tipper actuation, cylinder compaction, drum rotation of a roadsweeper or a transit mixer, powering a high-pressure pump or a crane. The gear changing and pedal effort in this BS6 Tata tipper has been reduced by 30% when compared to the BS4 offering. Tata 610 SK tipper is available in multiple configurations like cabin with load body and cabin chassis with Power Take Off (PTO).
The LCV Tipper has an improved braking system with the new H2LS Brakes for a better braking efficiency and lower brake show wear. Tata 610 SK tipper comes with an improved, high-strength suspension system that comprises of semi-elliptical leaf springs and hydraulic double acting Shock absorbers for superior comfort.
Comfort & Convenience Features in Tata 610 SK
Utility features aboard the BS6 Tata 610 SK tipper include a high-quality factory-fitted music system with Blaupunkt speakers, 2 high-speed USB mobile charging points, a digital instrumental cluster with both mileage and distance to empty indicator and factory fitted telematics to keep you connected with your truck. To further enhance the driving experience, Tata 610 SK tipper comes with newly designed seats with heat-resistant melba fabric, a 4-way adjustable driver seat and power steering embedded new 2 spoke steering wheel. To boost comfort, the 610 SK comes fitted with ergonomic pedal positions and the low-hysteresis clutch system to reduce driver fatigue and pedal effort.
With attributes such as these, Tata 610 SK tipper delivers high not only on performance but also on comfort and convenience.