Tata Motors launches Prima in Bangladesh

The Tata Prima has been built with technical inputs from across the world – an Italian cab design, engine technology from the USA and Europe, gearbox expertise from US and India, chassis frame know-how from Mexico, sheet metal dies from Japan and Korea, combined with Swedish precision on a robotic weld line, hence is also referred to as the 'World-Smart Truck’ by Tata Motors, an official statement said.

The launch of these new next-generation commercial vehicles marks Tata Motors continued efforts towards changing the trucking landscape in Bangladesh’ and consisting of a series of configurations on the Prima platform.

In the Tipper segment, Tata Motors introduced the PRIMA LX 2523.K, whereas in the Cargo segment, Tata Motors introduced the PRIMA LX 2523.T, PRIMA LX 4023.S and PRIMA LX 4923, all of which have different combinations of drivelines, meeting end-user requirements for varied applications.

Commenting on the launch, Ravi Pisharody, Executive Director, Commercial Vehicles Business Unit, Tata Motors said “The launch of the PRIMA range in Bangladesh, is an important milestone in Tata Motors’ continued expansion in the Bangladesh market and the SAARC region. As market leaders in Bangladesh, we are committed to shaping the commercial vehicle industry here with the latest global technologies giving Bangladeshi customers competitive business advantages, with the trusted credentials of the Tata Motors brand."

"The Tata PRIMA shaped by technology, know-how and expertise with global standards of power, durability, payload, emissions and safety will enable customers upgrade to a new-age truck, with new-age global specifications and systems, a result of customer feedback combined with years of experience in the trucking business. The range being launched today is world-class in every sense,” said he.

Speaking at the launch, R T Wasan, Head International Business, Commercial Vehicles Business Unit, Tata Motors said “We are proud to be associated with Nitol Motors, our channel partner in Bangladesh of over two decades. Nitol Motors is the leading player in the automotive industry in Bangladesh with whom we have set up a JV company NITA at Jessore for the assembly of our vehicles and also a Driver and Mechanics Training School at Kishoreganj."

"Over the years, our partnership has grown to make the Tata Motors brand the largest CV brand offering the widest range of products and after sales support ensuring a high quality experience and unique value proposition to our customers. The launch of the new generation range of Tata Prima trucks will be another step to enhance the range of product offerings and further strengthen the Tata Motors brand position in Bangladesh,” said he.

Equipped with strong aggregates and a robust chassis frame and suspension, the Tata Prima range meets the highest operating standards under extreme conditions.

Having been extensively tested to confirm with global standards, the next-generation range of Tata Prima commercial vehicles boasts outstanding material and build quality, comfort, driving dynamics and economy, and continues to offer advantages of a Tata Motors commercial vehicle of lowest total cost of ownership.

The driveline of all 4 vehicles comprises of the latest engine technology from Cummins Inc. with an output of 230HP, with transmission and axle technology from leading aggregate manufacturers across the world. The new-age range from Tata Motors, offers faster turnaround time and enhanced profitability for business, making it an ideal work horse for movement of goods and materials across distances or even doing the harshest duty at construction sites.