BharatBenz 1417RE

Your questions, answered

• What is the payload of the BharatBenz 1417RE?
  It carries a 10,000 kg payload on a 14,500 kg GVW.

• How is it different from the 1417R?
  The 1417RE has a higher 14,500 kg GVW and 10,000 kg payload, versus 14,050 kg and 8,000 kg for the 1417R, and runs on tubeless 22.5-inch tyres.

• Which engine does the 1417RE use?
  It uses the 3900 cc four-cylinder 4D34i BS VI OBD-2 diesel producing 125 kW and 520 Nm.

• What mileage does the 1417RE give?
  The claimed mileage is 6-7 kmpl.

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

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

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

• What is the top speed?
  The top speed is 70 km/h.

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

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