Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre vs Tata 407 Gold SFC
Price, payload and mileage compared, with running cost, on-road price and EMI.
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Quick answer
Buy the Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre for more payload (3,760 kg), lower diesel cost (₹11.90 per km) and more power per tonne.
Buy the Tata 407 Gold SFC for a lower price (from ₹10 lakh).
Both need only an LMV licence.
₹13-14 Lakh ex-showroom
- Payload
- 3,760 kg
- Mileage
- 8 km/l
- EMI from
- ₹23,134/mo
₹10-12.97 Lakh ex-showroom
- Payload
- 2,267 kg
- Mileage
- 7 km/l
- EMI from
- ₹17,796/mo
Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre vs Tata 407 Gold SFC: the verdict
The Tata 407 Gold SFC costs less to buy: it starts at ₹10 lakh ex-showroom against ₹13 lakh for the Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre, about ₹3 lakh less. Each tonne of payload costs ₹3.59 lakh on the Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre against ₹5.07 lakh on the Tata 407 Gold SFC. The right pick depends on your work.
Choose the Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre if you
- regularly carry loads close to 3,760 kg
- run long distances every day, where a lower fuel cost per km adds up
- drive ghats, flyovers or highways fully loaded
- make long trips between refuels (about 720 km on a full tank)
- work in narrow city lanes, where its tighter turning circle helps
Choose the Tata 407 Gold SFC if you
- want the lower purchase price and a smaller loan
Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre and Tata 407 Gold SFC: pros and cons
Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre
Pros
- 3,760 kg payload, 1,493 kg more per trip
- Lower diesel cost at ₹11.90 per km
- Tighter 6.2 m turning radius for city lanes
- 140 HP and 360 Nm, more power for its weight
- 90-litre tank, about 720 km a tank
Tata 407 Gold SFC
Pros
- Lower starting price at ₹10 lakh
Cons
- Lower payload (2,267 kg)
- Higher diesel cost at ₹13.60 per km
- Wider 11.9 m turning radius
- Less power for its weight (21.1 HP per tonne)
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?
Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre
It matches more of what you told us: load, roads and running cost.
- Partner 4 TyreYou’re close to the limit. The Partner 4 Tyre leaves 1,710 kg spare against 217 kg on the 407 Gold SFC.
- Partner 4 TyreIts tighter turning circle (6.2 m against 11.9 m) makes narrow lanes and markets easier.
- Partner 4 TyreSaves about ₹5,100 a month on fuel at 3,000 km.
Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre vs Tata 407 Gold SFC: comparison table
Only the figures that differ by more than a few per cent. The better figure is marked in green.
| Feature | Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre | Tata 407 Gold SFC | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹13-14 Lakh | ₹10-12.97 Lakh✓ better | 407 Gold SFC: ₹3 lakh less |
| Payload | 3,760 kg✓ better | 2,267 kg | Partner 4 Tyre: 1,493 kg more |
| Fuel cost per km | ₹11.90✓ better | ₹13.60 | Partner 4 Tyre: ₹1.70 less |
| Turning radius | 6.2 m✓ better | 11.9 m | Partner 4 Tyre: 5.7 m tighter |
| Power per tonne of GVW | 22.4 HP✓ better | 21.1 HP | Partner 4 Tyre: 1.3 HP more |
| Distance on a full tank | about 720 km✓ better | about 420 km | Partner 4 Tyre: 300 km more |
| Ground clearance | 238 mm✓ better | 223 mm | Partner 4 Tyre: 15 mm more |
| Price per tonne of payload | ₹3.59 lakh✓ better | ₹5.07 lakh | Partner 4 Tyre: ₹1.48 lakh less |
| Overall length | 4,920 mm (16 ft 2 in) | 4,687 mm (15 ft 5 in) | Partner 4 Tyre: 0 ft 9 in longer |
Running cost: what you’ll spend on diesel
Fuel cost at today’s Delhi price (14 Oct 2026), on each maker’s claimed mileage. Change the numbers to match your work.
Working days a month
375 litres · ₹11.90 per km
429 litres · ₹13.60 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 Partner 4 Tyre
- Freight earned
- ₹96,000
- Loan EMI
- − ₹23,134
- Fuel
- − ₹35,700
- Driver salary
- − ₹18,000
- Service and repairs
- − ₹2,250
- Tyres
- − ₹2,400
- Insurance
- − ₹3,833
- You keep each month
- ₹10,682
Tata 407 Gold SFC
- Freight earned
- ₹96,000
- Loan EMI
- − ₹17,796
- Fuel
- − ₹40,800
- Driver salary
- − ₹18,000
- Service and repairs
- − ₹1,750
- Tyres
- − ₹2,400
- Insurance
- − ₹2,917
- You keep each month
- ₹12,338
The 407 Gold SFC leaves you about ₹1,655 more a month, or ₹19,864 a year.
Estimates only: service about ₹27,000 (Partner 4 Tyre) and ₹21,000 (407 Gold SFC) 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 Partner 4 Tyre
₹13.94 L onwards
5 years at 12%
Tata 407 Gold SFC
₹10.72 L onwards
5 years at 12%
The 407 Gold SFC EMI is ₹5,339 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 Partner 4 Tyre
Loan needed ₹10.40 L · EMI ₹23,134 a month
Likely eligible
The EMI fits within half your monthly income.
Tata 407 Gold SFC
Loan needed ₹8.00 L · EMI ₹17,796 a month
Likely eligible
The EMI fits within half your monthly income.
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 Partner 4 Tyre and Tata 407 Gold SFC 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 Partner 4 Tyre variants
- Partner 4 Tyre 2685/FSD/10 ftGet price
3,760 kg payload, Deck Body
- Partner 4 Tyre 2685/HSD/10 ftGet price
3,685 kg payload, Box body
- Partner 4 Tyre 3335/FSD/14 ftGet price
4,565 kg payload, Deck Body
- Partner 4 Tyre 3335/HSD/14 ftGet price
4,425 kg payload, Box body
Tata 407 Gold SFC variants
- 407 Gold SFC 2955/CBCGet price
2,267 kg payload, Customizable body
- 407 Gold SFC 2955/FSDGet price
2,267 kg payload, 8 ft 4 in deck, Deck Body
- 407 Gold SFC 2955/HDLBGet price
2,267 kg payload, 8 ft 4 in deck, Box body
Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre vs Tata 407 Gold SFC: full specifications
Price
| Specification | Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre | Tata 407 Gold SFC |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹13-14 Lakh | ₹10-12.97 Lakh |
| Price per tonne of payload | ₹3.59 lakh✓ better | ₹5.07 lakh |
| EMI (20% down, 12%, 5 years) | ₹23,134 a month | ₹17,796 a month✓ better |
Engine and power
| Specification | Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre | Tata 407 Gold SFC |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine | 2,953 cc | 2,956 cc |
| Power | 140 HP✓ better | 98 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Power per tonne of GVW | 22.4 HP✓ better | 21.1 HP |
| Emission norm | BS6 | BS6 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed Manual | 5 Speed Manual |
Payload and weight
| Specification | Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre | Tata 407 Gold SFC |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 3,760 kg✓ better | 2,267 kg |
| Gross vehicle weight (GVW) | 6,250 kg | 4,650 kg |
| Kerb weight | 2,270 kg | 2,280 kg |
| Tyres | 4 tyres | 4 tyres |
| Axle configuration | 4x2 | 4x2 |
| Licence needed | LMV | LMV |
Dimensions
| Specification | Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre | Tata 407 Gold SFC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 4,920 mm (16 ft 2 in) | 4,687 mm (15 ft 5 in) |
| Overall width | 1,960 mm (6 ft 5 in) | 1,905 mm (6 ft 3 in) |
| Overall height | 2,250 mm (7 ft 5 in) | 2,260 mm (7 ft 5 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2,685 mm (8 ft 10 in) | 3,300 mm (10 ft 10 in) |
| Ground clearance | 238 mm (9 in) | 223 mm (9 in) |
| Turning radius | 6.2 m | 11.9 m |
Mileage and range
| Specification | Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre | Tata 407 Gold SFC |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed mileage | 8 km/l | 7 km/l |
| Fuel cost per km | ₹11.90✓ better | ₹13.60 |
| Fuel tank | 90 litres | 60 litres |
| Distance on a full tank | about 720 km✓ better | about 420 km |
Mahindra Jayo CNG
Sits closest to both on payload and price: ₹10-11 Lakh, 2,550 kg payload, 11 km/kg.
Where these figures come from
- Specifications, payload and mileage are the makers’ published figures.
- Fuel cost uses the Delhi fuel price on 14 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 Partner 4 Tyre vs Tata 407 Gold SFC: FAQs
Neither is better for every buyer. On the figures, the Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre suits buyers who regularly carry loads close to 3,760 kg, while the Tata 407 Gold SFC 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 407 Gold SFC costs less to buy: it starts at ₹10 lakh ex-showroom against ₹13 lakh for the Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre, about ₹3 lakh less. On-road prices add RTO and insurance, which vary by state; this page shows Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai.
The Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre 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 Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre carries more: 3,760 kg of payload against 2,267 kg, or 1,493 kg more per trip. Loading past the rated payload invites fines, faster tyre wear and costly repairs.
Both need an ordinary LMV licence. Their GVW is within 7,500 kg, so they count as light motor vehicles.
The Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre, on paper: it has 22.4 HP per tonne of GVW against 21.1 HP on the Tata 407 Gold SFC, which shows on climbs at full load. It also sits higher, with 238 mm of ground clearance against 223 mm.
About ₹13.94 lakh for the Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre and ₹10.72 lakh for the Tata 407 Gold SFC, 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 Partner 4 Tyre: 90 litres against 60 litres. On claimed mileage that is about 720 km a tank against 420 km.
With 20% down and a 5-year loan at 12%, the EMI starts near ₹23,134 a month for the Ashok Leyland Partner 4 Tyre and ₹17,796 for the Tata 407 Gold SFC. Change the down payment and loan period in the price section above.
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