Tata LPT 710 vs Tata LPT 712
Price, payload and mileage compared, with running cost, on-road price and EMI.
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Quick answer
Buy the Tata LPT 710 for more payload (4,670 kg) and a lower price (from ₹16.35 lakh).
Buy the Tata LPT 712 for a longer range (about 900 km a tank) and a tighter turning circle for city lanes.
Both need only an LMV licence.
₹16.35-18.28 Lakh ex-showroom
- Payload
- 4,670 kg
- Mileage
- 9 km/l
- EMI from
- ₹29,096/mo
₹17.7-20.09 Lakh ex-showroom
- Payload
- 3,800 kg
- Mileage
- 9 km/l
- EMI from
- ₹31,498/mo
Tata LPT 710 vs Tata LPT 712: the verdict
The Tata LPT 710 costs less to buy: it starts at ₹16.35 lakh ex-showroom against ₹17.7 lakh for the Tata LPT 712, about ₹1.35 lakh less. Each tonne of payload costs ₹3.71 lakh on the Tata LPT 710 against ₹4.97 lakh on the Tata LPT 712. The right pick depends on your work.
Choose the Tata LPT 710 if you
- want the lower purchase price and a smaller loan
- regularly carry loads close to 4,670 kg
Choose the Tata LPT 712 if you
- make long trips between refuels (about 900 km on a full tank)
- work in narrow city lanes, where its tighter turning circle helps
Tata LPT 710 and Tata LPT 712: pros and cons
Tata LPT 710
Pros
- Lower starting price at ₹16.35 lakh
- 4,670 kg payload, 870 kg more per trip
- Cheaper per tonne of payload (₹3.71 lakh)
Cons
- Wider 14.2 m turning radius
- Smaller 90-litre tank, about 810 km a tank
Tata LPT 712
Pros
- Tighter 12.5 m turning radius for city lanes
- 100-litre tank, about 900 km a tank
Cons
- Lower payload (3,800 kg)
- Costs more per tonne of payload (₹4.97 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?
Either will do
On your answers the two come out even. Compare on-road prices and dealer distance below.
- LPT 710You’re close to the limit. The LPT 710 leaves 1,270 kg spare against 400 kg on the LPT 712.
- LPT 712Its tighter turning circle (12.5 m against 14.2 m) makes narrow lanes and markets easier.
Tata LPT 710 vs Tata LPT 712: comparison table
Only the figures that differ by more than a few per cent. The better figure is marked in green.
| Feature | Tata LPT 710 | Tata LPT 712 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹16.35-18.28 Lakh✓ better | ₹17.7-20.09 Lakh | LPT 710: ₹1.35 lakh less |
| Payload | 4,670 kg✓ better | 3,800 kg | LPT 710: 870 kg more |
| Turning radius | 14.2 m | 12.5 m✓ better | LPT 712: 1.7 m tighter |
| Distance on a full tank | about 810 km | about 900 km✓ better | LPT 712: 90 km more |
| Price per tonne of payload | ₹3.71 lakh✓ better | ₹4.97 lakh | LPT 710: ₹1.26 lakh less |
| Overall length | 4,550 mm (14 ft 11 in) | 6,385 mm (20 ft 11 in) | LPT 712: 6 ft longer |
Running cost: what you’ll spend on diesel
Fuel cost at today’s Delhi price (5 Nov 2026), on each maker’s claimed mileage. Change the numbers to match your work.
Working days a month
333 litres · ₹10.58 per km
333 litres · ₹10.58 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 LPT 710
- Freight earned
- ₹96,000
- Loan EMI
- − ₹29,096
- Fuel
- − ₹31,733
- Driver salary
- − ₹18,000
- Service and repairs
- − ₹2,833
- Tyres
- − ₹2,400
- Insurance
- − ₹4,750
- You keep each month
- ₹7,188
Tata LPT 712
- Freight earned
- ₹96,000
- Loan EMI
- − ₹31,498
- Fuel
- − ₹31,733
- Driver salary
- − ₹18,000
- Service and repairs
- − ₹3,083
- Tyres
- − ₹2,400
- Insurance
- − ₹5,167
- You keep each month
- ₹4,119
The LPT 710 leaves you about ₹3,069 more a month, or ₹36,829 a year.
Estimates only: service about ₹34,000 (LPT 710) and ₹37,000 (LPT 712) 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 LPT 710
₹17.53 L onwards
5 years at 12%
Tata LPT 712
₹18.97 L onwards
5 years at 12%
The LPT 710 EMI is ₹2,402 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 LPT 710
Loan needed ₹13.08 L · EMI ₹29,096 a month
Likely eligible
The EMI fits within half your monthly income.
Tata LPT 712
Loan needed ₹14.16 L · EMI ₹31,498 a month
Borderline
A larger down payment or a longer loan would bring it within range.
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 LPT 710 and Tata LPT 712 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 LPT 710 variants
- LPT 710 3310/CABGet price
4,670 kg payload, 12 ft deck, Customizable body
- LPT 710 3310/HSDGet price
4,670 kg payload, 12 ft deck, Box body
- LPT 710 3550/CABGet price
4,670 kg payload, 14 ft deck, Customizable body
- LPT 710 3550/HSDGet price
4,670 kg payload, 14 ft deck, Box body
- LPT 710 3920/CABGet price
4,670 kg payload, 17 ft deck, Customizable body
- LPT 710 3920/HSDGet price
4,670 kg payload, 17 ft deck, Box body
Tata LPT 710 vs Tata LPT 712: full specifications
Price
| Specification | Tata LPT 710 | Tata LPT 712 |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹16.35-18.28 Lakh | ₹17.7-20.09 Lakh |
| Price per tonne of payload | ₹3.71 lakh✓ better | ₹4.97 lakh |
| EMI (20% down, 12%, 5 years) | ₹29,096 a month✓ better | ₹31,498 a month |
Engine and power
| Specification | Tata LPT 710 | Tata LPT 712 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine | 2,956 cc | 2,956 cc |
| Emission norm | BS6 | BS6 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed Manual | 5-speed Manual |
Payload and weight
| Specification | Tata LPT 710 | Tata LPT 712 |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 4,670 kg✓ better | 3,800 kg |
| Gross vehicle weight (GVW) | 7,490 kg | 7,490 kg |
| Kerb weight | 2,820 kg | 3,690 kg |
| Tyres | 4 tyres | 4 tyres |
| Axle configuration | 4x2 | 4X2 |
| Licence needed | LMV | LMV |
Dimensions
| Specification | Tata LPT 710 | Tata LPT 712 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 4,550 mm (14 ft 11 in) | 6,385 mm (20 ft 11 in) |
| Overall width | 2,117 mm (6 ft 11 in) | 2,155 mm (7 ft 1 in) |
| Overall height | 1,825 mm (6 ft) | 2,465 mm (8 ft 1 in) |
| Wheelbase | 3,550 mm (11 ft 8 in) | 3,550 mm (11 ft 8 in) |
| Ground clearance | 220 mm (9 in) | 220 mm (9 in) |
| Turning radius | 14.2 m | 12.5 m |
Mileage and range
| Specification | Tata LPT 710 | Tata LPT 712 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed mileage | 9 km/l | 9 km/l |
| Fuel cost per km | ₹10.58 | ₹10.58 |
| Fuel tank | 90 litres | 100 litres |
| Distance on a full tank | about 810 km | about 900 km✓ better |
Eicher Pro 2059
Sits closest to both on payload and price: ₹15-17 Lakh, 3,863 kg payload, 10 km/l.
Where these figures come from
- Specifications, payload and mileage are the makers’ published figures.
- Fuel cost uses the Delhi fuel price on 5 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 LPT 710 vs Tata LPT 712: FAQs
Neither is better for every buyer. On the figures, the Tata LPT 710 suits buyers who want the lower purchase price and a smaller loan, while the Tata LPT 712 suits buyers who make long trips between refuels (about 900 km on a full tank). The verdict at the top of this page sets out the price, payload, running cost and power differences.
The Tata LPT 710 costs less to buy: it starts at ₹16.35 lakh ex-showroom against ₹17.7 lakh for the Tata LPT 712, about ₹1.35 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 ₹10.58 at today's Delhi prices. Claimed figures come from the makers; real mileage depends on load, route and driving.
The Tata LPT 710 carries more: 4,670 kg of payload against 3,800 kg, or 870 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.
About ₹17.53 lakh for the Tata LPT 710 and ₹18.97 lakh for the Tata LPT 712, for the base versions. That adds an estimate of RTO and insurance to the ex-showroom price; dealers quote the exact figure.
The Tata LPT 712: 100 litres against 90 litres. On claimed mileage that is about 900 km a tank against 810 km.
With 20% down and a 5-year loan at 12%, the EMI starts near ₹29,096 a month for the Tata LPT 710 and ₹31,498 for the Tata LPT 712. Change the down payment and loan period in the price section above.
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