Commercial vehicle manufacturing major Tata Motors launched its new SIGNA range of medium and heavy commercial vehicles, at the Auto Expo 2016. The company showcased three variants from the SIGNA range – the SIGNA 4923.S tractor, the SIGNA 3118.T multi-axle truck and the SIGNA 2518.K tipper.

With its smartly designed cabin space, improved ergonomics and NVH levels, the SIGNA range of cabins are built to offer a superior in-cab experience, enabling drivers to operate fatigue free over long hauls, which in turn offers significant improvement in productivity. With an inbuilt telematics system, by TATA FLEETMAN, the new SIGNA range empowers fleet operator with a more connected experience, to better manage their transport business through optimum driver, vehicle and fuel management.

Tata Motors also unveiled the ULTRA 1518, an all-new production ready variant from Tata Motors ULTRA range of intermediate and light commercial vehicles. With a fully-built extended Sleeper cabin, the ULTRA 1518 is designed to enhance operational efficiencies for a commercial vehicle operator, with faster turnaround. Equipped with three seats and a sleeper bed, the TATA ULTRA 1518 will ensure fatigue free commercial vehicle operations, thereby multiplying productivity, with the vehicle constantly on the move, ensuring quicker returns on investment.

“Ideal for customers who want to upgrade their commercial vehicles, the SIGNA range will continue to offer best business returns, with proven and reliable aggregates, a better in-cab experience, along with a more connected drive,” Tata Motors said.

SIGNA range on display
The Tata SIGNA 4923.S, is a tractor offering from Tata Motors new SIGNA range of commercial vehicles. With a Gross Combination Weight (GCW) of 49000 Kgs, when coupled with suitable trailers, the Tata SIGNA 4923.S proven and reliable Cummins ISBe 5.9 Common Rail engine, delivers power of 230 PS and a torque of 850Nm, with best-in-class Fuel Efficiency and is based on proven powertrain and aggregates, like the G1150 Gearbox and RA109SRT rear axle. Empowering customers with the lowest Total Cost of Ownership, the Tata SIGNA 4923.S is also offered with multiple fully-built load body options, making the vehicle a preferred choice for transporters for various applications.

The Tata SIGNA 3118.T is an MAV truck from Tata Motors new SIGNA range of commercial vehicles, with both steerable and Lift Axle options. With a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 31 ton, the SIGNA 3118.T is powered by a world-class Tata Cummins B5.9 L- 6 cylinder engine, with an optimum combination of 180 PS and flat torque of 675 Nm at lowest rpm range, delivering best-in-class fuel efficiency and highest engine life. “Coupled with a strong and sturdy chassis and vehicle aggregates, the SIGNA 3118.T is suitable for all applications, also providing customers with the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO),” the company claims.

The Tata SIGNA 2518.K is a construction and mining offering from Tata Motors new SIGNA range of commercial vehicles. With a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 25 ton, the Tata SIGNA 2518.K is powered by a world-class Tata Cummins B5.9 L- 6 cylinder engine, with an optimum combination of 180 PS and flat torque of 675 Nm at lowest RPM range, delivering best-in-class fuel efficiency and highest engine life. With a reliable and proven power train, the new Tata SIGNA 2518.K offers its customers better productivity and lowest cost of operations, for a construction vehicle. Multiple options of aggregates combinations and load bodies making the Tata SIGNA 2518.K a versatile workhorse for various applications.

SIGNA Range highlights
• Launch of a new SIGNA range of medium and heavy commercial vehicles, offering trucking solutions from haulage to construction segments
• Aerodynamic front fascia signature design
• A large cabin accommodating improved ergonomics, NVH levels for superior in-cab experience
• Large windscreen for good all-round visibility and road view for more safety
• In-built telematics system – Tata FleetMan.

ULTRA 1518 Sleeper Cab highlights
• New fully-built ULTRA walk through extended cabin, seating three with a sleeper bed
• New 5-liter, 4-cylinder engine, with a power range of 180 – 210 PS, producing torque @ 590-805 NM
• Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 15.7 tonne and a payload of 9.7 tonne
• Forced ventilation standard. HVAC, Telematics system options.