Lohia Humsafar IB

August 28, 2020: Lohia Auto Humsafar is another cargo three-wheeler in the highly competitive segment competing against Piaggio Ape, Bajaj Maxima C, and Mahindra Alfa. This 3W promises superior mileage and higher load carrying capacities.

Available in petrol and diesel powertrains, the diesel one comes with the diesel powertrain consisting of single-cylinder four-stroke, direct Injection, 435CC diesel engine. It produces 8.1hp of power at a maximum torque of 22.2Nm, tuned to a 4-speed constant mesh gearbox. The petrol engine is a single-cylinder, four-stroke, spark ignition, 395 cc displacement, and produces 10hp of power at 23 Nm of peak torque at a maximum speed of 45km. 

Humsafar comes with high ground clearance for faster pick-up, the kerb weight of the diesel variant is 440kg, and 950 gross weight and petrol variant is the kerb weight of 450 kg and gross weight of 1000 kg. Both the tyre are 4.5x10,8 PR size and fuel tank size is 10.5 liter for longer trips. The dimension includes a wheelbase 1945 mm, an overall length of 3050 mm, 1505 mm width, and height 1700 mm. The deck size is 1940 length x1400 width x280 height in mm.

Overview

Lohia Auto's Humsafar is another cargo three-wheeler in the highly competitive segment competing against Piaggio, Bajaj, and Mahindra. To take on the aggressive rival, Humsafar is packed with superior mileage and higher load carrying capacities, both highly important characters for the customers. 

The company says Humsafar is a high productivity vehicle and offers better operating performance, thus helping save considerably in running this 3W. Lohia promises 15 km of mileage with an efficient and strong 3, completed by all the contemporary features and robust built quality making it one of the most durable vehicles. Humsafar is a locally design and develop 3W for the Indian operating conditions and the customers' need as a reliable last-mile cargo vehicle. 

Exterior

Humsafar looks exactly like the other cargo 3W available in the market with cabin and cargo body configuration. Humsafar developed to take on the urban, semi-urban, and rural terrain quite effectively to deliver the last-mile cargo. The stronger body structure of Humsafar provides greater stability and control and delivery of greater convenience. The cabin is designed to make the driver feel comfortable with all the necessary control of the vehicles easily accessible. It has a self-start mechanism. 

The front and rear tyres are 4.5x10,8 PR size, and the fuel tank size is 10.5 lit for longer trips. This vehicle's dimension includes a wheelbase of 1945 mm, an overall length of 3050 mm, a width of 1505 mm, and a height of 1700 mm. The deck size is 1940 length x1400 width x280 height in mm.

Performance

Humsafar cargo rickshaw has the potential of serving many tasks. Due to its size and weight, this electric vehicle is ideal for carrying goods through narrow streets, be it water bottles, cartons, edibles, or converting it into a mini shop. Humsafar Cargo auto-rickshaw is the ultimate last-mile business partner.

Humsafar is available in petrol and diesel powertrains, and the diesel driveline consists of single-cylinder four-stroke, direct Injection, 435CC diesel engine. It produces 8.1hp of power at a maximum torque of 22.2Nm, tuned to a 4-speed constant mesh gearbox. The petrol engine is a single-cylinder, four-stroke, spark ignition, 395 cc displacement, and produces 10hp of power at 23 Nm of peak torque at a maximum speed of 45km. The electrical systems on this 3W is 12V, the battery of 12V, 50 AH, and alternator flywheel mounted wiper motor of 12V.

To carry heavy cargo effortlessly, Humsafar gets the front suspension is dual-action hydraulic telescopic shock Absorber with helical springs, and the rear one is an independent suspension with a triangular arm, rubber compression spring and dual-action hydraulic shock absorber. The chassis is a unique monocoque design with a pressed steel sheet and stamped. The brakes are dual-circuit hydraulic front, and rear brake is drums tye with an automatic adjuster. Humsafar comes with high ground clearance for faster pick-up, the kerb weight of the diesel variant is 440kg, and 950 gross weight and petrol variant is kerb weight of 450 kg and gross weight of 1000 kg. 

Verdict

Among the strong contenders in India's cargo 3W segment, Humsafar is another product for customers to choose from. It is designed and developed locally, keeping in mind the Indian customer's needs. The specification offered on this 3W is comparable to its peers and the company promise of service and support. Humsafar isn't the most popular product out there, yet if you want to check out a new brand in this cargo segment, it is one such product.