Scania Commercial Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. today presented the G500 8×4 Super Heavy Tipper, a ground-breaking addition to its fleet of mining tippers. Unveiled at EXCON 2023 in Bengaluru, India, this powerful and eco-friendly truck sets a new standard for the mining and transport sector.
Engineered to meet the toughest emission standards globally, the G500 Super boasts a low-emission, biodiesel/FAME-compatible engine in the 500-horsepower range, making it the epitome of fuel efficiency. Demonstrating its global efficacy, achieving a notable 8% fuel savings, Scania’s Super engine takes the lead in addressing the industry’s dual challenge of emission reduction and profitability. Scania Super is also a proud winner of the prestigious Green Truck Award for the year 2022.
The Scania G500 Super powered by XT promises a SUPER Horsepower with the highest torque offering on the market, a highly efficient New G33 Heavy-duty Gearbox, a robust 395L steel Fuel tank with Fuel optimization unit, a new chassis composition generation, 40% stronger powertrain, robustness specifically developed for mining, and higher safety margins on critical components. With superior drive-ability and outstanding technical hardiness, the G500 Super ensures it conquers the operational challenges of the next decade.
Mr. Johan P Schlyter, Managing Director of Scania Commercial Vehicles India Pvt. Ltd., expressed his excitement about the G500 Super, stating, “This launch signifies a new era in Mining, combining cutting-edge technology, unmatched performance, and eco-friendly design. The G 500 Super is not just a vehicle; it’s a revolution, redefining standards and setting new benchmarks in the industry.”
Highlighting the commitment to innovation and sustainability, The Scania Super delivers industry leading brake thermal efficiency levels of 50%, representing our ambition towards a zero-carbon transport system. This mining tipper not only redefines efficiency but also contributes significantly to environmental goals, the company stated.