BharatBenz 1217R

Your questions, answered

• What is the payload of the BharatBenz 1217R?
  It carries a 5,000 kg payload on an 11,990 kg GVW.

• Which engine does the 1217R use?
  It uses the 3900 cc four-cylinder 4D34i BS VI OBD-2 diesel producing 125 kW and 520 Nm.

• What mileage does the 1217R give?
  The claimed mileage is 6-7.5 kmpl.

• Which wheelbases are available?
  It is offered as a cab-chassis on 3360, 3760, 4250, 4800 and 5050 mm wheelbases.

• What is the gradeability?
  Gradeability is up to 44.2%, depending on configuration.

• How is it different from the 1217RE?
  The 1217R is rated at an 11,990 kg GVW with a 5,000 kg payload and a 4-way adjustable seat, while the 1217RE is rated at 13,000 kg with an 8,000 kg payload.

• Does it have ABS?
  Yes. It uses pneumatic dual-line brakes with ABS.

• What gearbox does it have?
  It has the improved G85 6-speed synchromesh gearbox with a 362 mm hydraulic clutch.

• Does it have telematics?
  Yes. Telematics and fog lamps are standard.

• What tyres does it use?
  It runs on 8.25R20 radials or tubeless 255/70R22.5 tyres.