New Delhi: Ashok Leyland, the flagship of the Hinduja Group and India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, Monday delivered the first batch of India’s first LNG-powered haulage truck , AVTR 1922, to Mahanagar Gas Limited in Hosur, Tamil Nadu.
With this, Ashok Leyland becomes the first Indian Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to unveil an in-house LNG engine compliant with BSVI Stage II emission standards. This is a significant step from Ashok Leyland towards a sustainable and eco-friendly future of the Indian transportation industry, the company said.
Sanjeev Kumar, President- MHCV, Ashok Leyland, said, “We are delighted to deliver the first batch of AVTR 1922 LNG-powered haulage truck to Mahanagar Gas Limited. Our steadfast commitment revolves around the dynamic needs of customers in the ever-evolving world of sustainable transportation. For over a decade, we have been at the forefront of the alternative energy landscape, beginning with our ground-breaking CNG buses. We firmly believe that our innovations in alternate energy space will not only provide eco-conscious solutions but also ensure long-term profitability for our esteemed customers.”The AVTR 1922, powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), is built on the AVTR platform and shares a high degree of commonality with Ashok Leyland’s existing diesel truck range. This ensures that the customers benefit from the streamlined service and maintenance processes, the company said in a media release.
With this significant milestone, Ashok Leyland further strengthens its extensive product portfolio by venturing into the alternative fuel segment, setting new standards in the Indian commercial vehicle industry.
Salient features of AVTR 1922: Proven 6-cylinder H-series engine; Built on AVTR – India’s first and only fully modular truck platform; Performance optimised for Indian operating conditions; Factory-built cabin meeting all safety norms; and full metal front fascia for increased safety and easy reparability.
