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The Tata LPT 3723 comes with
10R20 – 16 PR (Rims 7.50X20.00)
tyres and a minimum turning circle
diameter of 21.9 m making it easily
manoeuvrable as compared to trac-
tor trailers.
The Tata Starbus Fuel Cell Con-
cept is another path-breaking com-
pany initiative on alternate fuels. It
has been developed with support
from the Department of Scientific
and Industrial Research under the
Technology Development & Dem-
onstration Programme.
The Tata Starbus - Fuel Cell is a
zero emission transport solution for
commuting within the city. This en-
vironment-friendly bus is ideal for
stop and go applications, and is built
on rear module low entry platform,
equipped with a ramp facility, pneu-
matic door operations, and climate
control features.
The bus comes with hydraulic
power steering, pneumatic suspen-
sion and full air dual circuit SCAM
brakes with ABS, and radial tube-
less tyres. The instrument cluster
and cabin controls are of world class
design. Quick and effortless accel-
eration make the driving experience
less tiresome for the driver. The ve-
hicle definitely promises a conven-
ient, quiet and smooth ride.
The Tata Paradiso-G7 multi-
axle coach is an internationally ac-
claimed bus body design concept
from Marcopolo S.A., Brazil. The
aerodynamic body design expertise
of Marcopolo and technological ca-
pabilities of Tata Motors have been
combined to develop the Tata Para-
diso-G7. It is a 14-metre multi-axle
coach with 21-tonne gross vehicle
weight, packed with luxurious fea-
tures, meant for long distance inter-
city travel.
Built on LPO 2138 rear engine
multi axle platform with a 370 hp
and 1550 Nm torque Cummins ISLe
engine, the Tata Paradiso is ideal
for long distance travel. It has a ZF
6-speed gearbox with in-built in-
tarder, electronically controlled air
suspension (ECAS), large clutch di-
ameter of 430 mm and a large fuel
tank capacity of 500L, which can be
vehicle zone