Piaggio launches its new CNG three wheeler cargo- Apé Xtra LDX CNG

Pune- Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd., the Indian subsidiary of the Piaggio Group of Italy and manufacturer of small commercial vehicles, has launched the new CNG-powered Apé Xtra LDX. The Apé Xtra LDX CNG is designed for cargo applications with a 5.5-feet-long deck. Piaggio Vehicles claims the vehicle’s fuel efficiency of 40km/kg of CNG and lowest operating costs.

The vehicle is powered by a 230cc, air-cooled, naturally-aspirated engine, high pulling power, superior working efficiency, and low cost of maintenance. The Apé Xtra LDX CNG, which develops maximum torque of 17.1Nm, has a top speed of 56kph and benefits from increased gradeability of 26% which enables easy plying on flyovers and hilly terrain. The vehicle has a warranty of 36 months or 100,000km.

Diego Graffi, chairman and MD, Piaggio Vehicles, said: “Our revolutionary Apé is a fuel-agnostic brand, committed to providing our customers with the most suitable options for their needs. Whether it is CNG, LPG, diesel, petrol or electric, we have a product that caters to all.”

Amit Sagar, executive vice-president, CV Domestic Business (ICE) and Retail Finance, Piaggio Vehicles, added: “The Apé Xtra LDX has been developed in response to the customer requirements seeking a product which is easy to maintain, has low operating costs and caters to their varied requirements. Based on this insight, our R&D developed the high-quality Apè Xtra LDX which gives the best returns to our entrepreneurial customers by being extremely fuel efficient and providing the best mileage.”