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Revolutionizing Mining: Scania Unveiled Cutting-Edge G 500 Super Truck at EXCON 2023
Scania Commercial Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. proudly 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 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.
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.
As the transport sector in India anticipates the positive impact of this revolutionary product, Scania reaffirms its dedication to shaping the future of Mining and Transport Industry in India.
About Scania Commercial Vehicles India Pvt. Ltd.
With a rich heritage spanning over 130 years in mobility solutions, Scania Commercial Vehicles AB is a global leader, renowned for its world-class products and services that cater to diverse transportation markets worldwide. Scania’s global workforce of approximately 50,000 employees spans more than 100 countries, its sales and service network is customized to meet the specific needs of its customers. The company’s substantial research and development activities are concentrated in key locations such as Sweden, India, and Brazil. Scania remains a leading supplier of engines for industrial, marine, and power generation purposes, cementing its commitment to social, environmental, and economic sustainability. This commitment is highlighted by the adaptability of all Scania vehicles to run on alternative or renewable fuels.
In 2007, Scania made a significant entry into the Indian market, primarily focusing on revolutionizing the mining and construction segments. By 2011, Scania Commercial Vehicles India Pvt Ltd. was established, solidifying its presence in India with an automotive assembly facility at Narasapura, near Bangalore, Karnataka.
Remaining steadfast in its commitment to India, Scania honed its attention towards mining solutions, affirming mining as the core focus of its operations in India. The company inaugurated a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility sprawled over 37 acres, covering a regional production centre of 125,794 square feet, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions. In line with its assurance to offering comprehensive support, Scania India emphasizes its parts and services segment. It has bolstered its service excellence with the assistance of the Nagpur Warehouse and robust service network throughout the country. This strategic initiative aims to significantly reduce lead times for customers, enhance service levels, and ensure better parts availability, focusing on delivering a superior customer experience.
Scania India envisions itself as a vital partner in India’s journey to develop smart and sustainable mobility solutions, driven by locally produced biofuels, significantly reducing carbon emissions and focusing on environmentally conscious transport solutions.
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