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SPOTLIGHT
ANNIVERSARY
ED ED ED ITION
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Key Features of TAURUS are: Key Features of the HIPPO are:
• A-Series, 6-cylinder 8.0L engine delivering 360 HP power • A-Series, 6-cylinder 8.0 L engine, delivering 360 HP power
• Best in Class torque of 1600 Nm over a wider rpm range • Best in Class torque of 1600 Nm over a wider rpm range
• 430 mm dia. clutch • 430 mm dia. clutch
• Heavy Duty 9S 15409 synchromesh gearbox • Heavy Duty 9S 15409 synchromesh gearbox
• Heavy-duty rear-mounted air intake system with elevated • Heavy-duty rear-mounted air intake system with elevated
snorkel height snorkel height
• Tilt-able TAURUS Day Cabin for Superior ride comfort and safety • Tilt-able HIPPO Sleeper Cabin for Superior ride comfort and
• Heavy-duty propeller shaft safety
• Heavy-duty Hub Reduction Rear Axle • Heavy-duty propeller shaft
• Industry-best heavy-duty 9mm thick frame • Heavy-duty frame with 8mm thickness
• 10T Zero-drop Front Axle with unitized bearing • Heavy-duty Hub Reduction Rear Axle
• Front Parabolic leaf springs with shock absorber and anti-roll • Front parabolic leaf springs with shock absorber and anti-roll
bar bar
• Rear Bogie suspension with Rubber bolster and anti-roll bar • Rear Bogie Suspension with rubber bolster and anti-roll bar (for
• Enhanced oil drain intervals 6x4 Tractor)
• Standard features - Hill Start Assist and Automatic Traction • Standard features - Hill Start Assist and Automatic Traction
Control Control
• Load body options • Optional features - Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS),
o 6x4 : 16 m3 Box, 18 m3 Box & 16 m3 Rock Reverse Camera, Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS)
o 8x4 : 23 m3 Box, 26 m3 Box & 19 m3 Rock

customers. This launch underscores our commitment to customer- by 8.0-litre A-Series 6-cylinder engine, this range of trucks delivers
centric innovation and operational excellence.” 360 HP of power and best-in-class torque of 1,600 Nm. Built on
reinforced chassis with heavy-duty drivetrains and superior stability,
A Legacy Reborn. these vehicles ensure exceptional durability and enhanced driving
The names TAURUS and HIPPO carry decades of proven comfort even in the most demanding applications.
performance and customer trust. HIPPO’s wildly successful run TAURUS is engineered for large-scale infrastructure projects and
from the 1980s to the early 2000s made it the definitive heavy challenging mining terrains, combining a proven tipper legacy with
hauler of its era. Equipped with heavy-duty aggregates, it built modern engineering for consistent high-performance outcomes.
an unshakeable reputation for reliability, ruggedness, power, and HIPPO is designed for heavy-duty applications ranging from bulk
exceptional sturdiness. For fleet owners, the name evokes fond commodities, industrial raw materials, and ODC transportation.
memories of a dependable workhorse that never let them down. With enhanced cabin comfort, improved drivetrain durability, and
TAURUS, meanwhile, cemented its legacy as India’s first multi-axle faster turnaround times, both TAURUS and HIPPO deliver superior
truck, defining the standard for heavy-duty operations. Its ability to pulling power, operational efficiency, and lifecycle economics
perform consistently in challenging conditions made it the go-to that modern fleet operators demand.
choice for high-load ap plications nationwide. Even today, Backed by decades of engineering expertise and a strong
fleet operators across India continue to refer to multi-axle tippers nationwide network, Ashok Leyland continues to strengthen
as “TAURUS”—a testament to the nameplate’s enduring impact on its position in the commercial vehicle industry by delivering
the industry and the indelible mark it left on commercial vehicle innovative, reliable, and value-driven MHCV solutions. With
operations. TAURUS and HIPPO, Ashok Leyland consolidates its leadership in
the commercial vehicle sector while setting new benchmarks in
Next-Generation Performance the high-horsepower MHCV segment.
The all-new TAURUS and HIPPO range honours this legacy while
setting new benchmarks with cutting-edge technology. Powered For more details visit: www.ashokleyland.com

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