Ashok Leyland delivers Indias first LNG Powered Truck to Mahanagar Gas Ltd

Chennai- Ashok Leyland Limited., of the Hinduja Group Ltd., a commercial vehicle manufacturer, today commenced the delivery of India’s first LNG-powered haulage truck–AVTR 1922 to Mahanagar Gas Limited in Hosur. This is a significant step from Ashok Leyland towards a sustainable and eco-friendly future of the Indian transportation industry.With this, Ashok Leyland becomes the first Indian Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to unveil an in-house LNG engine compliant with BSVI Stage II emission standards.

Mr. Sanjeev Kumar, President-MHCV, Ashok Leyland, said that, We are happy to provide Mahanagar Gas Limited with the first batch of AVTR 1922 LNG-powered haulage trucks. Our unwavering dedication is centered on the changing needs of our clients in the dynamic field of environmentally friendly transportation. We have been at the vanguard of the alternative energy scene for more than ten years, starting with our innovative CNG buses. We are confident that our developments in the field of alternative energy will not only offer environmentally responsible solutions, but also guarantee sustained profitability for our valued clients.

The AVTR 1922, which runs on liquefied natural gas (LNG), is based on the AVTR platform and has many similarities with Ashok Leyland's current line of diesel trucks. This guarantees that our clients gain from expedited maintenance and servicing procedures.

By breaking into the alternative fuel market with this noteworthy accomplishment, Ashok Leyland expands its already broad product line and creates new benchmarks for the Indian commercial vehicle sector.

Salient Features of AVTR 1922 LNG Powered Truck.

Proven 6 Cylinder H Series Engine

Built on AVT-India’s First and fully modular truck platform

Performance optimised for Indian Operating conditions

Factory-built cabin meeting all safety norms

Full metal front fascia for increased safety and easy reparability