Piaggio Unveils New Diesel Cargo Three-Wheelers

Pune- Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. (PVPL) has expanded its last-mile mobility lineup with the launch of two new diesel cargo three-wheelers the Apé Xtra Bada 700 and the Apé Xtra 600 designed to meet rising demand for higher payload capacity and improved performance in the commercial vehicle market.

The Apé Xtra Bada 700 debuts as India’s first three-wheeler cargo vehicle to offer a 7-ft deck along with a segment-leading 750 kg payload capacity. Powered by a 700 DI diesel engine, it features an all-new chassis, refreshed cabin, and a modern digital instrument cluster. The vehicle also comes equipped with 12-inch radial tyres, optimized suspension geometry, and an optional rear parking sensor for added maneuvering support.

Complementing it is the Apé Xtra 600, which is driven by a newly engineered 600 DI diesel engine. It delivers improved fuel efficiency, better gradeability, and enhanced load-handling capabilities making it suitable for both urban and semi-urban logistics applications.

Mr. Diego Graffi, Chairman & Managing Director of Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd., said, “At Piaggio India, we have always believed in pushing the boundaries of innovation in the last-mile mobility segment. The Apé Xtra Bada 700 is a landmark product that disrupts the cargo 3-wheeler category with industry-first features in engine capacity, deck size, and payload. It is designed to empower customers with more productivity and superior earnings. Alongside, the Apé Xtra 600 continues our commitment to delivering efficient, high-value solutions. With these new diesel cargo products, we strengthen our Apé legacy and reiterate our focus on customer-centric engineering.”

Mr. Amit Sagar, Executive Vice President, said, “The Apé Xtra Bada 700 addresses all these needs with a fresh, powerful new platform and several industry-firsts that directly enhance profitability. It delivers an efficient, economical, and affordable alternative to 4W cargo vehicles, offering advantages in operational and total cost of ownership. The Apé Xtra 600 further strengthens our diesel cargo lineup with its enhanced capabilities. We are confident these products will reinforce our leadership in the cargo 3-wheeler market.”

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