Tata Motors has won another order for 1,297 units of bus chassis from Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC), marking its the third order from UPSRTC this year, totalling over 3,500 units. The order was secured through a competitive e-bidding process and will be delivered in phases according to agreed terms.
Developed specifically for intercity and long-distance travel, the Tata LPO 1618 diesel bus chassis, are known for their performance, passenger comfort and low total cost of ownership (TCO).
Tata LPO 1618 bus chassis
The Tata LPO 1618 diesel bus is BS-VI compliant and is powered by Cummins 5.6L engines that give 180 bhp and 675 Nm of peak torque. It comes with 6 engine options, a chassis with face cowl type, and can carry up to 10,700 kgs.
Thanking UPSRTC for securing this order, Anand S, Vice President and Head of Commercial Passenger Vehicle Business, Tata Motors, said, “Our consistent performance and ability to meet UPSRTC’s evolving transportation needs demonstrate our technological prowess and reliability in the public transport ecosystem. We look forward to commencing supplies as per the guidance of UPSRTC.”
Tata Motors: Previous orders from UPSRTC
This order was followed by the order of 1,350 units of Tata LPO 1618 bus chassis in December 2023 and 1,000 units in October 2024, through the same e-bidding process, and is helping in improving India’s public transport system, linking urban and rural areas and ensuring smooth mobility for millions of people.
