Tata 1412 LPT vs Tata 1512 LPT
Price, payload and mileage compared, with running cost, on-road price and EMI.
Updated
Quick answer
Buy the Tata 1412 LPT for a lower price (from ₹14 lakh) and more power per tonne.
Buy the Tata 1512 LPT for more payload (10,550 kg).
Both need a heavy goods vehicle transport licence.
₹14-15.79 Lakh ex-showroom
- Payload
- 9,500 kg
- Mileage
- 6 km/l
- EMI from
- ₹24,914/mo
₹22-23.46 Lakh ex-showroom
- Payload
- 10,550 kg
- Mileage
- 6 km/l
- EMI from
- ₹39,150/mo
Tata 1412 LPT vs Tata 1512 LPT: the verdict
The Tata 1412 LPT costs less to buy: it starts at ₹14 lakh ex-showroom against ₹22 lakh for the Tata 1512 LPT, about ₹8 lakh less. Each tonne of payload costs ₹1.57 lakh on the Tata 1412 LPT against ₹2.15 lakh on the Tata 1512 LPT. The right pick depends on your work.
Choose the Tata 1412 LPT if you
- want the lower purchase price and a smaller loan
- drive ghats, flyovers or highways fully loaded
Choose the Tata 1512 LPT if you
- regularly carry loads close to 10,550 kg
Tata 1412 LPT and Tata 1512 LPT: pros and cons
Tata 1412 LPT
Pros
- Lower starting price at ₹14 lakh
- 123 HP and 390 Nm, more power for its weight
- Cheaper per tonne of payload (₹1.57 lakh)
Cons
- Lower payload (9,500 kg)
Tata 1512 LPT
Pros
- 10,550 kg payload, 1,050 kg more per trip
Cons
- Less power for its weight (7.7 HP per tonne)
- Costs more per tonne of payload (₹2.15 lakh)
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 1512 LPT
It matches more of what you told us: load, roads and running cost.
- 1512 LPTYou’re close to the limit. The 1512 LPT leaves 2,050 kg spare against 1,000 kg on the 1412 LPT.
Tata 1412 LPT vs Tata 1512 LPT: comparison table
Only the figures that differ by more than a few per cent. The better figure is marked in green.
| Feature | Tata 1412 LPT | Tata 1512 LPT | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹14-15.79 Lakh✓ better | ₹22-23.46 Lakh | 1412 LPT: ₹8 lakh less |
| Payload | 9,500 kg | 10,550 kg✓ better | 1512 LPT: 1,050 kg more |
| Power per tonne of GVW | 8.9 HP✓ better | 7.7 HP | 1412 LPT: 1.2 HP more |
| Price per tonne of payload | ₹1.57 lakh✓ better | ₹2.15 lakh | 1412 LPT: ₹0.58 lakh less |
| Overall length | 5,400 mm (17 ft 9 in) | 6,300 mm (20 ft 8 in) | 1512 LPT: 2 ft 11 in longer |
Load body size: what fits in each
The 1512 LPT has the bigger deck. The 1512 LPT is rated to carry 1,050 kg more. Both decks are drawn to the same scale.
Tata 1412 LPT
Carries up to (by weight)
- Cement bags (50 kg)
- 190 bags
- Fruit and vegetable crates (about 20 kg)
- 475 crates
- Grain
- 95 quintal
Deck of the 3600/HSD version.
Tata 1512 LPT
Carries up to (by weight)
- Cement bags (50 kg)
- 211 bags
- Fruit and vegetable crates (about 20 kg)
- 527 crates
- Grain
- 105.5 quintal
Deck of the 4200/HSD version.
The 1512 LPT wins on both counts: more floor and more rated payload.
Running cost: what you’ll spend on diesel
Fuel cost at today’s Delhi price (6 Nov 2026), on each maker’s claimed mileage. Change the numbers to match your work.
Working days a month
500 litres · ₹15.87 per km
500 litres · ₹15.87 per km
The fuel bills come out the same at these numbers.
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?
Tata 1412 LPT
- Freight earned
- ₹1,65,000
- Loan EMI
- − ₹24,914
- Fuel
- − ₹47,600
- Driver salary
- − ₹22,000
- Service and repairs
- − ₹2,417
- Tyres
- − ₹6,600
- Insurance
- − ₹4,083
- You keep each month
- ₹57,386
Tata 1512 LPT
- Freight earned
- ₹1,65,000
- Loan EMI
- − ₹39,150
- Fuel
- − ₹47,600
- Driver salary
- − ₹22,000
- Service and repairs
- − ₹3,833
- Tyres
- − ₹6,600
- Insurance
- − ₹6,417
- You keep each month
- ₹39,400
The 1412 LPT leaves you about ₹17,986 more a month, or ₹2,15,837 a year.
Estimates only: service about ₹29,000 (1412 LPT) and ₹46,000 (1512 LPT) 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
Tata 1412 LPT
₹15.01 L onwards
5 years at 12%
Tata 1512 LPT
₹23.58 L onwards
5 years at 12%
The 1412 LPT EMI is ₹14,236 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.
Tata 1412 LPT
Loan needed ₹11.20 L · EMI ₹24,914 a month
Likely eligible
The EMI fits within half your monthly income.
Tata 1512 LPT
Loan needed ₹17.60 L · EMI ₹39,150 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.
Tata 1412 LPT and Tata 1512 LPT variants
This page compares the base versions. Prices change by variant and city; open a version for its own price, deck size and payload.
Tata 1412 LPT variants
- 1412 LPT 3600/CABGet price
9,500 kg payload, Customizable body
- 1412 LPT 3600/CLBGet price
9,500 kg payload, Customizable body
- 1412 LPT 3600/ContainersGet price
9,500 kg payload, Customizable body
- 1412 LPT 3600/ReefersGet price
9,500 kg payload, Customizable body
- 1412 LPT 3600/HSDGet price
9,500 kg payload, 17 ft deck, Customizable body
- 1412 LPT 4200/CABGet price
9,500 kg payload, Customizable body
- 1412 LPT 4200/ContainersGet price
9,500 kg payload, Customizable body
- 1412 LPT 4200/FSDGet price
9,500 kg payload, Customizable body
Tata 1512 LPT variants
- 1512 LPT 4200/CABGet price
10,550 kg payload, Customizable body
- 1512 LPT 4200/CLBGet price
10,550 kg payload, Customizable body
- 1512 LPT 4200/ContainersGet price
10,550 kg payload, Box body
- 1512 LPT 4200/ReefersGet price
10,550 kg payload, Box body
- 1512 LPT 4200/HSDGet price
10,550 kg payload, 20 ft deck, Box body
- 1512 LPT 4830/CABGet price
10,550 kg payload, Customizable body
- 1512 LPT 4830/ContainersGet price
10,550 kg payload, Box body
- 1512 LPT 4830/FSDGet price
10,550 kg payload, Deck Body
Tata 1412 LPT vs Tata 1512 LPT: full specifications
Price
| Specification | Tata 1412 LPT | Tata 1512 LPT |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹14-15.79 Lakh | ₹22-23.46 Lakh |
| Price per tonne of payload | ₹1.57 lakh✓ better | ₹2.15 lakh |
| EMI (20% down, 12%, 5 years) | ₹24,914 a month✓ better | ₹39,150 a month |
Engine and power
| Specification | Tata 1412 LPT | Tata 1512 LPT |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine | 3,300 cc | 3,300 cc |
| Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Power per tonne of GVW | 8.9 HP✓ better | 7.7 HP |
| Emission norm | BS6 | BS6 |
| Gearbox | 5 Speed Manual | 5 Speed Manual |
Payload and weight
| Specification | Tata 1412 LPT | Tata 1512 LPT |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 9,500 kg | 10,550 kg✓ better |
| Gross vehicle weight (GVW) | 13,850 kg | 16,020 kg |
| Kerb weight | 4,350 kg | 5,470 kg |
| Tyres | 6 tyres | 6 tyres |
| Axle configuration | 4x2 | 4x2 |
| Licence needed | HGV | HGV |
Dimensions
| Specification | Tata 1412 LPT | Tata 1512 LPT |
|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 5,400 mm (17 ft 9 in) | 6,300 mm (20 ft 8 in) |
| Overall width | 2,175 mm (7 ft 2 in) | 2,475 mm (8 ft 1 in) |
| Overall height | 1,835 mm (6 ft) | 2,165 mm (7 ft 1 in) |
| Wheelbase | 3,600 mm (11 ft 10 in) | 4,200 mm (13 ft 9 in) |
| Ground clearance | 225 mm (9 in) | 225 mm (9 in) |
| Turning radius | 19.2 m | 19.2 m |
Mileage and range
| Specification | Tata 1412 LPT | Tata 1512 LPT |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed mileage | 6 km/l | 6 km/l |
| Fuel cost per km | ₹15.87 | ₹15.87 |
| Fuel tank | 160 litres | 160 litres |
| Distance on a full tank | about 960 km | about 960 km |
Tata 1416 LPT
Sits closest to both on payload and price: ₹21-24.32 Lakh, 10,550 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 6 Nov 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.
Tata 1412 LPT vs Tata 1512 LPT: FAQs
Neither is better for every buyer. On the figures, the Tata 1412 LPT suits buyers who want the lower purchase price and a smaller loan, while the Tata 1512 LPT suits buyers who regularly carry loads close to 10,550 kg. The verdict at the top of this page sets out the price, payload, running cost and power differences.
The Tata 1412 LPT costs less to buy: it starts at ₹14 lakh ex-showroom against ₹22 lakh for the Tata 1512 LPT, about ₹8 lakh less. On-road prices add RTO and insurance, which vary by state; this page shows Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai.
Fuel cost per km is about the same, near ₹15.87 at today's Delhi prices. Claimed figures come from the makers; real mileage depends on load, route and driving.
The Tata 1512 LPT carries more: 10,550 kg of payload against 9,500 kg, or 1,050 kg more per trip. Loading past the rated payload invites fines, faster tyre wear and costly repairs.
Both need a heavy goods vehicle transport licence.
The Tata 1412 LPT, on paper: it has 8.9 HP per tonne of GVW against 7.7 HP on the Tata 1512 LPT, which shows on climbs at full load.
About ₹15.01 lakh for the Tata 1412 LPT and ₹23.58 lakh for the Tata 1512 LPT, for the base versions. That adds an estimate of RTO and insurance to the ex-showroom price; dealers quote the exact figure.
With 20% down and a 5-year loan at 12%, the EMI starts near ₹24,914 a month for the Tata 1412 LPT and ₹39,150 for the Tata 1512 LPT. Change the down payment and loan period in the price section above.
The Tata 1412 LPT deck measures 17 ft × 7.1 ft (about 121 sq ft) and the Tata 1512 LPT deck 20 ft × 8 ft (about 159 sq ft), on the versions compared here.
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