Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 vs Tata Ultra T.12
Price, payload and mileage compared, with running cost, on-road price and EMI.
Updated
Quick answer
Buy the Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 for a longer range (about 1,456 km a tank), higher ground clearance and a tighter turning circle for city lanes.
Buy the Tata Ultra T.12 for more payload (8,530 kg), lower diesel cost (₹11.90 per km) and a lower price (from ₹21 lakh).
Both need a medium goods vehicle transport licence.
₹25 Lakh ex-showroom
- Payload
- 7,710 kg
- Mileage
- 7 km/l
- EMI from
- ₹44,489/mo
₹21-22.99 Lakh ex-showroom
- Payload
- 8,530 kg
- Mileage
- 8 km/l
- EMI from
- ₹37,371/mo
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 vs Tata Ultra T.12: the verdict
The Tata Ultra T.12 costs less to buy: it starts at ₹21 lakh ex-showroom against ₹25 lakh for the Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215, about ₹4 lakh less. Each tonne of payload costs ₹2.58 lakh on the Tata Ultra T.12 against ₹3.24 lakh on the Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215. The right pick depends on your work.
Choose the Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 if you
- make long trips between refuels (about 1,456 km on a full tank)
- work in narrow city lanes, where its tighter turning circle helps
Choose the Tata Ultra T.12 if you
- want the lower purchase price and a smaller loan
- regularly carry loads close to 8,530 kg
- run long distances every day, where a lower fuel cost per km adds up
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 and Tata Ultra T.12: pros and cons
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215
Pros
- Tighter 11.76 m turning radius for city lanes
- 208-litre tank, about 1,456 km a tank
- 260 mm ground clearance for rough roads
Cons
- Lower payload (7,710 kg)
- Higher diesel cost at ₹13.60 per km
- Costs more per tonne of payload (₹3.24 lakh)
Tata Ultra T.12
Pros
- Lower starting price at ₹21 lakh
- 8,530 kg payload, 820 kg more per trip
- Lower diesel cost at ₹11.90 per km
- Cheaper per tonne of payload (₹2.58 lakh)
Cons
- Wider 15.7 m turning radius
- Smaller 160-litre tank, about 1,280 km a tank
- Lower ground clearance (189 mm)
Which should you buy? Answer 3 questions
The suggestion updates as you answer.
1 · How much do you usually carry per trip?
2 · Where do you mostly drive?
3 · How far do you drive in a day?
Tata Ultra T.12
It matches more of what you told us: load, roads and running cost.
- Ultra T.12You’re close to the limit. The Ultra T.12 leaves 1,530 kg spare against 710 kg on the BOSS 1215.
- BOSS 1215Its tighter turning circle (11.76 m against 15.7 m) makes narrow lanes and markets easier.
- Ultra T.12Saves about ₹5,100 a month on fuel at 3,000 km.
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 vs Tata Ultra T.12: comparison table
Only the figures that differ by more than a few per cent. The better figure is marked in green.
| Feature | Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 | Tata Ultra T.12 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹25 Lakh | ₹21-22.99 Lakh✓ better | Ultra T.12: ₹4 lakh less |
| Payload | 7,710 kg | 8,530 kg✓ better | Ultra T.12: 820 kg more |
| Fuel cost per km | ₹13.60 | ₹11.90✓ better | Ultra T.12: ₹1.70 less |
| Turning radius | 11.76 m✓ better | 15.7 m | BOSS 1215: 3.94 m tighter |
| Distance on a full tank | about 1,456 km✓ better | about 1,280 km | BOSS 1215: 176 km more |
| Ground clearance | 260 mm✓ better | 189 mm | BOSS 1215: 71 mm more |
| Price per tonne of payload | ₹3.24 lakh | ₹2.58 lakh✓ better | Ultra T.12: ₹0.66 lakh less |
| Overall length | 7,328 mm (24 ft 1 in) | 8,250 mm (27 ft 1 in) | Ultra T.12: 3 ft longer |
Load body size: what fits in each
The BOSS 1215 has the bigger deck. The Ultra T.12 is rated to carry 820 kg more. Both decks are drawn to the same scale.
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215
Carries up to (by weight)
- Cement bags (50 kg)
- 154 bags
- Fruit and vegetable crates (about 20 kg)
- 385 crates
- Grain
- 77.1 quintal
Deck of the 5200/HSD/23 ft version.
Tata Ultra T.12
Carries up to (by weight)
- Cement bags (50 kg)
- 170 bags
- Fruit and vegetable crates (about 20 kg)
- 426 crates
- Grain
- 85.3 quintal
Deck of the 4530/HSD version.
Heavy goods hit the weight limit first, so the Ultra T.12 carries more. Light, bulky goods fill the floor first, so the BOSS 1215’s extra 82 sq ft or so helps.
Running cost: what you’ll spend on diesel
Fuel cost at today’s Delhi price (13 Oct 2026), on each maker’s claimed mileage. Change the numbers to match your work.
Working days a month
429 litres · ₹13.60 per km
375 litres · ₹11.90 per km
Real mileage depends on load, route and driving. Fuel prices differ by state; see today’s fuel prices for yours.
Will it pay for itself? Earnings, payback and 5-year cost
Uses 3,000 km a month. Set your freight rate and driver cost.
Who drives?
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215
- Freight earned
- ₹1,26,000
- Loan EMI
- − ₹44,489
- Fuel
- − ₹40,800
- Driver salary
- − ₹20,000
- Service and repairs
- − ₹4,417
- Tyres
- − ₹5,400
- Insurance
- − ₹7,333
- You keep each month
- ₹3,561
Tata Ultra T.12
- Freight earned
- ₹1,26,000
- Loan EMI
- − ₹37,371
- Fuel
- − ₹35,700
- Driver salary
- − ₹20,000
- Service and repairs
- − ₹3,667
- Tyres
- − ₹5,400
- Insurance
- − ₹6,167
- You keep each month
- ₹17,696
The Ultra T.12 leaves you about ₹14,135 more a month, or ₹1,69,619 a year.
Estimates only: service about ₹53,000 (BOSS 1215) and ₹44,000 (Ultra T.12) a year, a new set of tyres every 60,000 km, insurance at about 3.5% of the ex-showroom price a year, and resale of 60–65% after 3 years and 45–50% after 5 years. EMI uses the down payment and loan period you pick under On-road price and EMI.
On-road price and EMI in your city
City
Down payment
Loan period
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215
₹26.80 L onwards
5 years at 12%
Tata Ultra T.12
₹22.51 L onwards
5 years at 12%
The Ultra T.12 EMI is ₹7,118 a month lower.
On-road figures add an estimate of RTO and insurance to the lowest ex-showroom price. EMI is on the ex-showroom price at 12% a year. Dealers quote exact figures.
Can you get a loan for it?
A quick check using the rule many lenders follow: all your EMIs together should stay within about half your monthly income.
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215
Loan needed ₹20.00 L · EMI ₹44,489 a month
Stretch
The EMI is more than half your income allows; try a bigger down payment.
Tata Ultra T.12
Loan needed ₹16.80 L · EMI ₹37,371 a month
Stretch
The EMI is more than half your income allows; try a bigger down payment.
Documents you’ll usually need
- Aadhaar card and PAN card
- Address proof
- Last 6 months’ bank statements
- Income proof or ITR, if you have one
- Business or transport contract, if any
This is a rough guide. Banks and NBFCs decide using your credit score, income proof and the truck’s use.
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 and Tata Ultra T.12 variants
This page compares the base versions. Prices change by variant and city; open a version for its own price, deck size and payload.
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 variants
- BOSS 1215 5200/HSD/23 ftGet price
7,710 kg payload, 30 ft 8 in deck, Box body
- BOSS 1215 3900/CBC/17 ftGet price
7,710 kg payload, 24 ft 1 in deck, Customizable body
- BOSS 1215 3900/DSD/17 ftGet price
7,710 kg payload, 24 ft 1 in deck, Deck Body
- BOSS 1215 3900/FSD/17 ftGet price
7,710 kg payload, 24 ft 1 in deck, Deck Body
- BOSS 1215 3900/HSD/17 ftGet price
7,710 kg payload, 24 ft 1 in deck, Box body
- BOSS 1215 4500/HSD/20 ftGet price
7,710 kg payload, 26 ft 9 in deck, Box body
- BOSS 1215 4500/CBC/20 ftGet price
7,710 kg payload, 26 ft 9 in deck, Customizable body
- BOSS 1215 4500/DSD/20 ftGet price
7,710 kg payload, 26 ft 9 in deck, Deck Body
Tata Ultra T.12 variants
- Ultra T.12 4530/CABGet price
7,455 kg payload, Customizable body
- Ultra T.12 4530/HSDGet price
7,455 kg payload, 20 ft 3 in deck, Box body
- Ultra T.12 4920/CABGet price
7,455 kg payload, Customizable body
- Ultra T.12 4920/HSDGet price
7,455 kg payload, 22 ft 4 in deck, Box body
- Ultra T.12 5300/CABGet price
7,455 kg payload, Customizable body
- Ultra T.12 5300/HSDGet price
7,455 kg payload, 24 ft 5 in deck, Box body
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 vs Tata Ultra T.12: full specifications
Price
| Specification | Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 | Tata Ultra T.12 |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹25 Lakh | ₹21-22.99 Lakh |
| Price per tonne of payload | ₹3.24 lakh | ₹2.58 lakh✓ better |
| EMI (20% down, 12%, 5 years) | ₹44,489 a month | ₹37,371 a month✓ better |
Engine and power
| Specification | Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 | Tata Ultra T.12 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine | 2,990 cc | 3,300 cc |
| Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Power per tonne of GVW | 12.5 HP | 12.8 HP |
| Emission norm | BS6 | BS6 |
| Gearbox | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual |
Payload and weight
| Specification | Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 | Tata Ultra T.12 |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 7,710 kg | 8,530 kg✓ better |
| Gross vehicle weight (GVW) | 11,990 kg | 11,990 kg |
| Kerb weight | 4,280 kg | 3,460 kg |
| Tyres | 6 tyres | 6 tyres |
| Axle configuration | 4x2 | 4x2 |
| Licence needed | MGV | MGV |
Dimensions
| Specification | Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 | Tata Ultra T.12 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 7,328 mm (24 ft 1 in) | 8,250 mm (27 ft 1 in) |
| Overall width | 2,210 mm (7 ft 3 in) | 2,205 mm (7 ft 3 in) |
| Overall height | 2,640 mm (8 ft 8 in) | 2,470 mm (8 ft 1 in) |
| Wheelbase | 3,900 mm (12 ft 10 in) | 4,530 mm (14 ft 10 in) |
| Ground clearance | 260 mm (10 in) | 189 mm (7 in) |
| Turning radius | 11.76 m | 15.7 m |
Mileage and range
| Specification | Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 | Tata Ultra T.12 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed mileage | 7 km/l | 8 km/l |
| Fuel cost per km | ₹13.60 | ₹11.90✓ better |
| Fuel tank | 208 litres | 160 litres |
| Distance on a full tank | about 1,456 km✓ better | about 1,280 km |
Ashok Leyland Boss 1115
Sits closest to both on payload and price: ₹22-25 Lakh, 7,523 kg payload, 7 km/l.
Where these figures come from
- Specifications, payload and mileage are the makers’ published figures.
- Fuel cost uses the Delhi fuel price on 13 Oct 2026 and each maker’s claimed mileage.
- On-road prices add an estimate of RTO and insurance to the lowest ex-showroom price. EMI assumes 12% a year.
- Ownership figures (service, tyres, insurance, resale) are our estimates, marked as such where they appear.
Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 vs Tata Ultra T.12: FAQs
Neither is better for every buyer. On the figures, the Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 suits buyers who make long trips between refuels (about 1,456 km on a full tank), while the Tata Ultra T.12 suits buyers who want the lower purchase price and a smaller loan. The verdict at the top of this page sets out the price, payload, running cost and power differences.
The Tata Ultra T.12 costs less to buy: it starts at ₹21 lakh ex-showroom against ₹25 lakh for the Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215, about ₹4 lakh less. On-road prices add RTO and insurance, which vary by state; this page shows Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai.
The Tata Ultra T.12 is cheaper to run: about ₹11.90 of fuel per km against ₹13.60 at today's Delhi prices, roughly ₹5,100 a month less over 3,000 km. Claimed figures come from the makers; real mileage depends on load, route and driving.
The Tata Ultra T.12 carries more: 8,530 kg of payload against 7,710 kg, or 820 kg more per trip. Loading past the rated payload invites fines, faster tyre wear and costly repairs.
Both need a medium goods vehicle transport licence.
About ₹26.8 lakh for the Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 and ₹22.51 lakh for the Tata Ultra T.12, for the base versions. That adds an estimate of RTO and insurance to the ex-showroom price; dealers quote the exact figure.
The Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215: 208 litres against 160 litres. On claimed mileage that is about 1,456 km a tank against 1,280 km.
With 20% down and a 5-year loan at 12%, the EMI starts near ₹44,489 a month for the Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 and ₹37,371 for the Tata Ultra T.12. Change the down payment and loan period in the price section above.
The Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 deck measures 30.7 ft × 7.3 ft (about 223 sq ft) and the Tata Ultra T.12 deck 20.2 ft × 6.9 ft (about 141 sq ft), on the versions compared here.
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