VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), a joint venture between Volvo Group and Eicher Motors, has signed an MOU for the deployment of 500 Eicher Pro 6055 LNG trucks with Baidyanath LNG. Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari flagged off Eicher Pro 6055 LNG trucks during the inauguration of the B-LNG station in Nagpur.
Under terms of the MoU which will be further detailed in definitive agreements, the creation of the LNG fleet will facilitate the development of the LNG station network across various strategic locations in Central India. This will fast-track the development of the overall supply-side ecosystem, aiding the long-haul transport segment to switch to cleaner fuel.
Vinod Aggarwal, Managing Director and CEO, VECV, said: ” As LNG becomes a crucial fuel for clean long-haul transportation, Eicher is actively working with partners to deliver state-of-the-art vehicles backed by superior technology. We wish Baidyanath LNG the very best on the inauguration of their latest LNG dispensing facility. This will further encourage transporters across Maharashtra to consider LNG vehicles as a viable and sustainable alternative.”
The Pro 6055 LNG truck is equipped with Volvo Group’s globally proven engine technology, featuring a VEGX8 6-cylinder engine that develops 260 hp at 2200rpm and delivers a torque of 1000 Nm between 1100-1800rpm. The eco-friendly truck offers a range of up to 1,100km with dual tanks ensuring long-haul efficiency with best-in-class fuel tank safety and zero fuel theft risks. The vehicle’s state-of-the-art cabin, equipped with HVAC and an air-suspended driver seat, ensures superior comfort and enhances driver productivity.
Gagandeep Singh Gandhok, EVP, HD Trucks- Sales and Marketing, VECV, commented, ” Eicher’s Pro 6055 LNG truck showcases our strive towards developing sustainable solutions that drive both innovation and efficiency. With its robust engine technology, the Eicher Pro 6055 LNG offers the best in industry transmission and comes with the longest LNG Fuel holding time. Like all Eicher vehicles, the Pro 6055 LNG truck comes equipped with advanced telematics solutions connected to an industry-first uptime center that ensures a superior experience for the customers.”
All Eicher vehicles are connected to the industry-first Uptime Centre, which utilizes AI/ML capabilities for remote and predictive diagnostics. Connected with the ‘My Eicher’ fleet management app, these vehicles provide real-time performance insights. Eicher’s extensive network across the country comprises 850 touchpoints, including 425 authorized service centers and 8,000 retail centers, complemented by ‘Eicher Site Support’ at 240 locations.