Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles today announced the launch of the new Intra V40 pickup truck. The latest addition to the company’s small commercial vehicle range comes with a CNG-petrol bi-fuel powertrain. It is aimed at customers seeking higher payload capacity, better operating efficiency and lower running costs. The Intra V40 offers a payload capacity of 1,525kg and a 2,960mm (9.7ft) load body, making it suitable for a wide range of cargo transportation applications. The new Intra V40 is powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder engine that produces 58bhp and 106Nm of torque. The pickup is equipped with a 110 liter CNG tank, which is meant to support a longer operating range. It has a range of 800 km on dual fuel (CNG + Petrol). The dual-fuel setup allows users to switch between CNG and petrol. Tata Motors says the vehicle has been designed to help operators maximize revenue while ensuring uninterrupted operations on various routes and business needs. In terms of features, it also gets fleet-edge telematics with features like electric power steering, front disc brakes, air conditioning (VX trim), music system (VX trim), halogen headlamps and vehicle monitoring, predictive maintenance alerts and operational insights aimed at improving uptime and fleet productivity. The Intra V40 is backed by Tata Motors’ Sampoorna Seva 2.0 support programme, which provides life-cycle support to customers. The Intra V40 is built on Tata Motors’ commercial vehicle platform and features a walk-through cabin designed to improve driver comfort. The company has also equipped the pickup with front disc brakes, while a hydroformed chassis is claimed to increase structural strength, stability and overall durability. With the launch of the Intra V40, Tata Motors now offers one of the widest bi-fuel commercial vehicle lineups in the country. The range includes Ace Pro Bi-Fuel, Ace CNG 2.0, Intra V20 Gold and the newly introduced Intra V40, covering multiple payload categories.Commenting on the launch, Mr. Pinky Haldar, Vice President and Business Head – SCVPU, Tata Motors Ltd. said, “The transition to alternative fuels in last-mile cargo transport is accelerating, driven by the need for lower operating costs and greater flexibility. Tata Motors is at the forefront of this transformation, with a clear focus on building the strongest and most comprehensive alternative fuel portfolio in the small CV and pickup segments. With the all-new Intra V40, we further strengthen our bi-fuel range and consolidate our leadership in alternative fuel mobility, while our expanding electric portfolio supports a calibrated transition towards greener last-mile transportation.
