Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 STLA

With the surge in cargo haulage logistics and transportation businesses, the demand for modular and heavy-duty haulage trucks is rising significantly. While there are numerous automakers offering trucks to meet the growing demand, Ashok Leyland’s 2620 6X2 LA modular truck stands out as an ideal solution to enhance haulage business growth. 

The Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 LA modular truck is designed to meet the evolving needs of the transportation industry. With its robust features and capabilities, it emerges as a standout choice for businesses seeking to enhance their haulage operations. Featuring a modular design that allows for customisation, the 2620 6X2 LA truck is a popular choice. 

Equipped with proven iEGR powertrain technology, with the longest regeneration interval in the industry, the 2620 4X2 LA truck is the preferred choice for long lead applications. With a high-strength steel (HSS) frame, complemented by robust suspension choices to suit load and touch road conditions, the 2620 6X2 LA truck is perfect for heavy haulage. 

Available in different cabin configurations – G- economy cowl, M - economy cabin, U - value cabin and N - premium cabin with AC option on U and N variants, the 2620 4X2 LA truck with a starting price of Rs 34.20 lakh which goes up to Rs 36.80 lakh, is an ideal choice for businesses with varied requirements seeking higher profitability. 

Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 LA Performance

The Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 LA truck features a H series, i-Gen6 technology integrated BS6-compliant diesel engine, delivering 200 hp at 2400 rpm and 700 Nm between 1200-1900 rpm. This high-performance diesel motor is coupled with an enhanced 6-speed manual gearbox for smoother power delivery.

The i-Gen6 series engine is designed for heavy haulage requirements. It helps the powertrain deliver higher power necessary for heavy-duty operations while offering a flat torque curve necessary for maximum mileage. The truck also comes with Mid-NOx technology for lower diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) consumption. 

Other than these performance improvement-oriented technology integrations, the vehicle is outfitted with robust aggregates such as a wider radiator with a centralised cooling fan, drivelines to suit load/road requirements and sealed ball joints which are lubricated for life for lower-end play. 

Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 LA Specifications

The 2620 6X2 LA is a 25,500 kg gross vehicle weight (GVW) haulage truck. It comes in four-wheelbase options- 5130 mm, 5430 mm, 5880 mm and 6180 mm with five loading spans - 7.4 m, 8.1 m, 8.7 m, 9.3 m and 9.7 m. The truck has 295/ 90R20 – 16 PR-sized tyres and equips a 375-litre fuel tank for longer operations and fewer fueling intervals.

Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 LA Features

The Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 LA comes with multiple driver and vehicle performance enablers designed to improve fleet performance. These include a 10-bar brake system, exhaust brakes, full metal fascia for rigidity, modular wiring harness, Advanced Digital Driver Assistance (ADDA) and an option for AC and HVAC systems. 

Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 LA Rivals

The Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 LA haulage truck is an ideal choice for businesses planning on using it for long lead applications. Key rivals of the Ashok Leyland 2620 - 6x2 LA are Tata ULTRA 2821. T, Bharat Benz 2823R, Eicher Pro 6028, and Tata Signa 2818.

Overview

The Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 LA is a 25.5-tonne GVW (gross vehicle weight) truck designed with two configurations – cowl & chassis configuration in which a proper cabin is not present and cabin & chassis configuration in which a cabin for passengers and a chassis behind it is present. 

Apart from this, the haulage truck comes with different cabin configurations – G (economy cowl), M (economy cabin), U (value cabin), and N (premium cabin) – to improve driver comfort. It caters to a diverse array of haulage applications including logistics, parcel delivery, e-commerce, and market load transportation. 

Engineered with i-Gen6 technology to comply with the latest BS6 emissions norms, it improves engine performance and durability with reduced operating costs. This heavy-duty truck is available with a price tag showing its ex-showroom price range starting from Rs 34.20 lakh to Rs 36.80 lakh. 

Exterior 

Built with high-strength steel, the chassis frame of this haulage truck offers robustness to withstand heavy cargo material. The Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 LA truck boasts a metallic front with a global Euro standard cabin and a thoughtfully designed load body. 

The 2620 6X2 LA truck is offered in 5 loading spans (LS) – 7.4 m, 8.1 m, 8.7 m, 9.3 m, and 9.7 m – to carry voluminous cargo loads for intercity haulage operations. It provides 4 wheelbase options – 5130 mm with a 7.4 m LS, 5430 mm with an 8.1 m LS, 5880 mm with both 8.7 m and 9.3 m LS, and 6180 mm with a 9.7 m LS. 

With variation in load body, the overall length of its body gets changed as the 9710 mm body length for the 7.4 m loading span variant, 10,360 mm length for the 8.1 m variant, the 10,960 mm length for the 8.7 m variant, the 11,560 mm length for the 9.3 m variant, and the 11,960 mm length for the 9.7 m variant. 

The vehicle has a body of 2570 mm width which is similar to all of its loading span variants. But its height varies with cabin configurations – 2987 mm height for M cabin, 3247 mm height for U cabin, and 3177 mm height for N premium cabin.

Interior

The 2620 6X2 LA model features a spacious cabin with multiple features designed to enhance driver performance and productivity. These include tiltable power steering, comfortable driver seats, a 12 V mobile charging port, and a lockable battery box. Available in different cabin configurations, its U and N cabin configurations are outfitted with an air-conditioning (AC) system. Its interior also features a cable-type gear shift, ensuring smooth gear changes. 

Performance

The 2620 6X2 LA truck is equipped with an H series 6-cylinder BS6 engine capable of producing 200 hp (147 kW) at 2400 rpm and 700 Nm at around 1200-1900 rpm. Its engine is mated to a 6-speed synchromesh gearbox and 380 mm diameter clutch with air-assisted hydraulic clutch booster, helping the driver to engage and disengage the clutch effortlessly.

Incorporated with a reverse Elliot-type front axle and fully floating single-speed rear axle, the 6x2 drive configuration truck is suitable to bear the weight of the vehicle as well as additional cargo or towing load. It is integrated with semi-elliptical multi-leaf springs at the front and parabolic helper springs at the rear to facilitate jerk-free rides. 

In terms of fuel tank capacity, the vehicle is fitted with a 375-litre cross-linked polymer fuel tank on the left while its POL (port of loading) variant has an additional 300-litre fuel tank on the right to ensure seamless long-duration logistics operation.   

Safety 

The 2620 6X2 LA truck is packed with a range of built-in safety features including its high-strength material used in its critical components like chassis frame. To ensure control at all times, especially when fully loaded, the heavy-duty truck is also equipped with a full dual-air braking system and ABS (anti-lock braking system). ABS prevents the tyres from locking up and skidding when sudden or intense brakes are applied, ensuring safe cargo transportation. 

Verdict 

Built on a modular platform, the Ashok Leyland 2620 6X2 LA truck can be customised easily as per the business requirements. It emerges as a cost-effective logistical solution that combines cutting-edge technology, durability, and value-added features for enhancing fleet operations and business profitability.