The Tata Ultra trucks are the long haul goods carriage trucks that have exceptional power and a huge load carrying capacity. It is one of the oldest companies in the field of automobiles. It produces one of the finest trucks in India. Here are the top 5 models of Tata Ultra:
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1. Tata Ultra 1012
The Tata Ultra 1012 is a heavy-duty goods carriage truck and comes with a very powerful engine. The four-cylinder engine under the hood makes a maximum power of 165.2 bhp at 2,400 rpm along with a peak torque of 400 Nm at 1,300 rpm. A 6-speed manual transmission unit sends the produced power to the wheels. This half-body truck comes with a tiltable day cabin and has tilt and telescopic steering and a driver’s information display. As for the braking, there is a combination of drum and air brakes for the front and rear respectively. The suspension duties are done by Parabolic leaf for the front axle while the rear has Semi-elliptic leaf springs. It has an off-road gradeability of 33%. It is priced between ₹ 13.94 lakh – 14.79 lakh.
PERFORMANCE
Max Power |
165.2bhp |
Displacement (cc) |
0 cc |
Fuel Tank (Litres) |
120 Ltr |
Transmission |
Manual |
Emission Norms |
BS-IV |
Engine |
497 TCIC |
Gearbox |
6-Speed |
Clutch |
Single Plate dry friction type booster assisted, 330 mm |
Gradeability (%) |
33 |
Turning Radius (mm) |
6450 |
Max Torque |
400Nm |
Engine Cylinders |
4 |
DESIGN & BUILD
GVW / GCW (Kgs) |
10400 |
Wheelbase (mm) |
3920 mm |
Cabin Type |
Day Cabin |
Tiltable Cabin |
Yes |
Front Tyre |
235/75R 17.5 |
Rear Tyre |
235/75R 17.5 |
Overall Width (mm) |
2256 |
Overall Height (mm) |
2042 |
SAFETY
Parking Brakes |
NA |
Brakes |
Front and Rear – Drum, Air Brakes |
Front Suspension |
Parabolic leaf For Smooth Ride And Comfort At Variable Loads |
Power Steering |
Yes |
Rear Suspension |
Semi elliptical Leaf springs suspension |
Front Axle |
NA |
Rear Axle |
NA |
ABS |
NA |
2. Tata Ultra 1518 T 5L

The Tata Ultra 1518 T 5L offers the highest maximum permissible GVW in the Ultra range at 16190kg and a kerb weight of just 5860kg means it offers the best in the class payload of 10330kg. The suspension duties are taken care by Parabolic Springs at the front and Semi Elliptical Leaf Spring with Parabolic auxiliary springs at the rear. The cabin is a Day cab while a Sleeper cabin is offered as Optional. The Tata Ultra 1518 T 5L is offered in High Side Deck load body while you can choose from as many as 4 different loading spans – 17 ft, 20 ft, 22 ft, and 24 ft, respectively. It is priced between ₹ 21.04-21.72 Lakh.
PERFORMANCE
Max Power |
174.4 bhp |
Displacement (cc) |
5005 cc |
Fuel Tank (Litres) |
160 Ltr |
Transmission |
Manual |
Engine |
5 Ltr New Gen Turbotronn |
Clutch |
Single Plate dry Friction type 352 mm |
Max Torque |
590 Nm |
Emission Norms |
BS-IV |
Gearbox |
6-Speed |
Gradeability (%) |
26.5 |
DESIGN & BUILD
GVW / GCW (Kgs) |
16190 |
Wheelbase (mm) |
5300 mm |
Body Option |
Deck Body |
Overall Width (mm) |
2440 |
Ground Clearance (mm) |
228 |
Overall Height (mm) |
2625 |
Overall Length (mm) |
9400 |
Front Tyre |
275/ 80R22.5 |
Rear Tyre |
275/ 80R22.5 |
Kerb Weight (Kgs) |
4940 |
Chassis Type |
Chassis with Cabin |
Cabin Type |
Day Cabin |
Tiltable Cabin |
No |
SAFETY
Brakes |
Air Brakes |
ABS |
No |
Parking Brakes |
Yes |
Tubeless Tyres |
No |
Seat Belts |
Yes |
Hill Hold |
No |
Fog Lights |
No |
Power Steering |
Yes |
Front Suspension |
Parabolic Leaf Springs |
Rear Suspension |
Semi-elliptical at Rear with Parabolic Aux springs |
3. Tata Ultra 1412

The Tata Ultra 1412 is already among the most successful Ultra models. In terms of features, the Tata Ultra 1412 offers a hydraulically tiltable day cab that has tilt and telescopic power steering with drooping characteristics for stability at high speed. You also get a 6-way adjustable driver seat while air conditioning is offered as an optional accessory. It is priced between ₹ 17.92-18.62 Lakh.
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PERFORMANCE
Max Power |
121.6 bhp |
Displacement (cc) |
3783 cc |
Fuel Tank (Litres) |
160 Ltr |
Transmission |
Manual |
Turning Radius (mm) |
9300 |
Clutch |
Single Plate dry Friction type 330 mm |
Engine |
Tata 497 DICR BS-IV |
Max Torque |
400 Nm |
Gradeability (%) |
23.3 |
Emission Norms |
BS-IV |
Gearbox |
6-Speed |
DESIGN & BUILD
GVW / GCW (Kgs) |
13850 |
Wheelbase (mm) |
3920 mm |
Body Option |
Deck Body |
Tiltable Cabin |
Yes |
Ground Clearance (mm) |
225 |
Overall Width (mm) |
2440 |
Overall Length (mm) |
7290 |
Kerb Weight (Kgs) |
3850 |
Front Tyre |
8.25 R20-16 PR |
Rear Tyre |
8.25 R20-16 PR |
Overall Height (mm) |
2605 |
Chassis Type |
Chassis with Cabin |
Cabin Type |
Day Cabin |
SAFETY
Brakes |
Air Brakes |
ABS |
No |
Parking Brakes |
Yes |
Tubeless Tyres |
No |
Seat Belts |
Yes |
Hill Hold |
No |
Fog Lights |
No |
Power Steering |
Yes |
Front Suspension |
Parabolic Leaf Springs |
Rear Suspension |
Semi-elliptical at Rear with Parabolic Aux springs |
4. Tata Ultra T7

The Tata ULTRA T7 is a light to medium goods carriage truck that has impressive features all way around. Firstly, it is built on a deck body with a day cabin and has a gross vehicle weight of 7,300 kilograms. It has a maximum payload capacity of 4,310 kilograms. The Ultra T7 truck is suspended over Parabolic leaf springs at the front axle and Semi-elliptical unit for the rear. The stopping power is generated from the air brakes and the one for parking is also offered. It is priced between ₹ 12.29-13.19 Lakh.
PERFORMANCE
Max Power |
82.6 bhp |
Displacement (cc) |
2956 cc |
Fuel Tank (Litres) |
60 Litres |
Transmission |
Manual |
Emission Norms |
BS-IV |
Gradeability (%) |
26 |
Clutch |
Single Plate dry friction type 280 mm |
Engine |
4SPCR BS-IV water-cooled common rail EGR |
Max Torque |
250 Nm |
Gearbox |
5-Speed |
DESIGN & BUILD
GVW / GCW (Kgs) |
7300 |
Wheelbase (mm) |
3550 mm |
Chassis Type |
Chassis with Cabin |
Cabin Type |
Day Cabin |
Tiltable Cabin |
No |
Body Option |
Deck Body |
Front Tyre |
235/ 75R17.5 |
Rear Tyre |
235/ 75R17.5 |
Overall Height (mm) |
2450 |
Ground Clearance (mm) |
192 |
Overall Length (mm) |
6195 |
Overall Width (mm) |
1905 |
Kerb Weight (Kgs) |
2500 |
SAFETY
Brakes |
Air Brakes |
ABS |
No |
Parking Brakes |
Yes |
Tubeless Tyres |
No |
Seat Belts |
Yes |
Hill Hold |
No |
Fog Lights |
No |
Power Steering |
Yes |
Front Suspension |
Parabolic Leaf Springs |
5. Tata Ultra 814

The Tata ULTRA 812 falls under the category of ‘lightweight truck’. The 3783 ccs 497 TCIC BS-IV engine is responsible for delivering power to this vehicle and is quite capable of putting out a maximum power of 165.2 BHP at 2400 RPM and a maximum torque of 400Nm at 1300 to 1500 RPM. The six-speed manual gearbox coupled to a 330 mm single-plate dry friction type booster assisted clutch handles the transmission duties quite effectively and easily takes the truck to its top speed without putting much strain into the engine. The 160-litre fuel tank is yet another noteworthy feature of this truck since it allows the driver to cruise all day long without hitting the fuel stations much. Its price starts at ₹ 10.83 Lakh.
PERFORMANCE
Max Power |
139 bhp |
Displacement (cc) |
0 cc |
Fuel Tank (Litres) |
160 Ltr |
Transmission |
Manual |
Engine |
4 Cylinder inline, water-cooled Turbo-inter-cooled CRDI |
Max Torque |
360 Nm |
Clutch |
330 mm, Single Plate Dry Friction type Booster assisted |
Engine Cylinders |
4 |
Emission Norms |
BS-IV |
Gearbox |
6-Speed |
Gradeability (%) |
33 |
DESIGN & BUILD
GVW / GCW (Kgs) |
8750 |
Wheelbase (mm) |
3310 mm |
Tiltable Cabin |
Yes |
Ground Clearance (mm) |
188 |
Front Tyre |
225/75R 17.5 (14PR) |
Rear Tyre |
225/75R 17.5 (14PR) |
Body Option |
Customizable |
Chassis Type |
Chassis with Cabin |
Cabin Type |
Day Cabin |
SAFETY
Brakes |
Air Brakes |
ABS |
No |
Parking Brakes |
Yes |
Tubeless Tyres |
No |
Seat Belts |
Yes |
Hill Hold |
No |
Fog Lights |
No |
Power Steering |
Yes |
Rear Suspension |
Semi elliptical Leaf spring |
Front Suspension |
Parabolic Leaf Spring |

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