BharatBenz 3528C

Your questions, answered

• What is the payload of the BharatBenz 3528C?
  It carries a 20,600 kg payload, with a 35,000 kg GVW and a 14,400 kg kerb weight.

• Which engine does the 3528C use?
  It uses the 7.2-litre six-cylinder OM 926 BS-VI OBD-2 diesel producing 210 kW and 1100 Nm.

• What body does it come with?
  It comes with a 23 cum box body, and an RMC transit-mixer chassis version is also offered.

• What mileage does the 3528C give?
  The claimed mileage is 2.25-3.25 kmpl, or about 1.5-2.5 kmpl in the city.

• What gearbox does it have?
  It has the G131 9-speed synchromesh gearbox with a 430 mm clutch.

• Does it have cruise control and telematics?
  Yes. Both are standard, along with a 6-way adjustable seat.

• Does it have differential locks?
  Yes. The IRT 440 tandem has inter-axle and inter-wheel differential locks.

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

• What is the gradeability?
  Gradeability is 40%.

• What tyres does it use?
  It runs on 11x20 nylon or 11R20 radial tyres.