25 Tata Ace CNG Models Delivered To Vijayawada Municipal Corporation: Here Are All Details

Tata Motors recently delivered 25 Ace CNG models to Vijayawada Municipal Corporation. The Tata Ace models are tailor-made to support the corporation's mission of using clean-fuel vehicles for municipal services.

Tata Ace CNG Models Delivered To Vijayawada Municipal Corporation: Specs, Features & Other Details

The governing body will be using the newly delivered Ace (LCV) Light Commercial Vehicle for waste collection across the city. As a result, the company have added a couple of features, that will help the application of waste collection.

Tata Ace CNG Models Delivered To Vijayawada Municipal Corporation: Specs, Features & Other Details

This includes a 3 cubic metre closed-box tipper, with separation for dry and wet waste. Other features include a geo-positioning system, public announcement system, and close-circuit camera system to further aid the effective operations. The vehicles were procured by the corporation through an open tender, wherein Tata Motors emerged as the top bidder.

Tata Ace CNG Models Delivered To Vijayawada Municipal Corporation: Specs, Features & Other Details

The waste collection tipper truck is based on the Tata Ace Gold CNG variant. The LCV is powered by a liquid-cooled 694cc CNG engine. It produces a maximum of 25bhp at 4000rpm and 51Nm of peak torque at 2500rpm. The engine comes mated to a six-speed manual gearbox.

Tata Ace CNG Models Delivered To Vijayawada Municipal Corporation: Specs, Features & Other Details

The Tata Ace Gold features ugged front & rear leaf spring suspension, along with a truck-like chassis. As a result, the LCV is capable of handling a payload capacity of 640KG. The Tata Ace Gold CNG comes with a load body length of 2520mm. The Ace's cabin features seating for two including the driver.

Tata Ace CNG Models Delivered To Vijayawada Municipal Corporation: Specs, Features & Other Details

On the momentous occasion, Mr Vinay Pathak, Vice President, Product Line, SCV & PU, Tata Motors, said, "The Tata Ace is a versatile product that caters to a wide variety of applications for private and municipal use. After successfully serving several government bodies, we're delighted to be associated with Vijayawada Municipal Corporation in their quest of efficient solid waste management for the prospering city of Vijayawada. Tata Motors is at the forefront of developing innovative solutions for its customers, and we're confident that the Ace Gold will excel their requirement while being cost-effective."

Tata Ace CNG Models Delivered To Vijayawada Municipal Corporation: Specs, Features & Other Details

Tata Motors offers the Ace in a wide array of load bodies, including 2, 2.6, 3 and 3.3 cubic metre capacity. Customers can also opt between an open box or closed box configurations as per their requirements. Apart from the CNG powered model, the Tata Ace is also available in diesel and petrol engine options.

Tata Ace CNG Models Delivered To Vijayawada Municipal Corporation: Specs, Features & Other Details

The Tata Ace brand celebrates its 15th anniversary and has served 22 lakh, happy owners, till date. According to the company, the Tata Ace has remained the customers popular choice in the Indian LCV segment.

Tata Ace CNG Models Delivered To Vijayawada Municipal Corporation: Specs, Features & Other Details

Thoughts About The 25 Tata Ace CNG Models Delivered To Vijayawada Municipal Corporation

Waste collection vehicles travel around the city and help keep respective areas clean. However, with the new CNG model, these vehicles will also help in reducing pollution and keep the air clean across the city. Additionally, Tata Motors has added a couple of features to these vehicles, which will help people involved in the process as well.

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Article Published On: Wednesday, November 11, 2020, 13:02 [IST]
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