Ashok Leyland Launches India’s First Air Suspension Trucks with Best-in-Class Payload
Ashok Leyland introduces three new truck models with air suspension, claiming up to 4 tonnes of payload advantage.
- up to 4T
- 49T
- 3
What Happened
Ashok Leyland has launched India’s first range of trucks with air suspension, comprising three models: the AVTR 4925 10x2 MAV (49T), AVTR 4625 10x2 MAV (46T), and AVTR 4525 8x2 MAV (45T). The company claims a payload advantage of up to 4 tonnes, along with enhanced stability, reduced vibrations, and improved tyre life. The trucks come with iVAC and ATC as standard features.
“Ashok Leyland has always been a technology leader in the Indian CV industry. With the launch of the new Air Suspension technology in trucks, we are reinforcing that position. These new trucks offer best in class payload capability, improved comfort, and better performance, helping our customers improve productivity and profitability.”
- India's first 45T, 46T and 49T trucks with air suspension
- Payload advantage of up to 4T
- Enhanced vehicle stability in laden conditions
- Reduced vibrations and shocks
- Superior ride comfort on uneven roads
- Standard iVAC and ATC features
Why this matters
This launch sets a new benchmark in Indian commercial vehicles, offering improved comfort and higher revenue potential for truck operators.
Terms in This Story
- Air suspension
- A suspension system that uses air springs instead of conventional steel springs, providing adjustable ride height and improved comfort.
- iVAC
- Intelligent Vehicle Acceleration Control, a system that manages throttle response for better fuel efficiency.
- ATC
- Automatic Traction Control, a system that prevents wheel slip by modulating power or applying brakes.
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