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Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE
Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE price is Rs 23-27 Lakh ex-showroom. Check 12,900 kg GVW, 6,000 kg payload, 5 kmpl, full specs, FAQs and alternatives.
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Key specs of the Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE
About the Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE, Overview
Ashok Leyland sells the ecomet 1215 TE as a medium truck. It has a gross vehicle weight of 12,900 kg, which is about 12.9 tonnes. It is built for work like construction material. The ex-showroom price is about Rs 23 lakh to Rs 27 lakh, and it changes a little from city to city. It runs a 3,839 cc diesel engine. It has...
Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE specifications & features
Engine, dimensions, brakes, transmission, cabin, and safety details are listed on the dedicated specifications page.
- GVW 12900 kg · 12.9 Ton
- Payload 6000 kg · 6 Ton
- Mileage 5 km/l
- Power 150 HP
- Length 17 ft 6 in
Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE Pros and Cons
Pros
- +Rated payload of 6,000 kg
- +ABS fitted, which helps you keep steering control in a hard brake
- +Tilting cabin makes engine work quicker and cheaper
Cons
- –Mileage of 5 kmpl is on the lower side for this class
- –No air conditioning as standard
- –Tube type tyres, so a puncture takes longer to fix on the road
- –No factory telematics, so tracking needs a separate device
- –The truck weighs more empty than it carries, which eats into fuel economy
Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE vs Mahindra FURIO 11 and Bharat Benz 1217R: comparison
The Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE next to 4 rivals in the same class, on the figures each maker lists. The Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 carries the most payload here (7,710 kg), and the Bharat Benz 1217R has the most power (167 HP).
| Model | Ex-showroom price | Payload | GVW | Mileage / range | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE | ₹23-27 Lakh | 6,000 kg | 12,900 kg | 5 km/l | 150 HP |
| Mahindra FURIO 11 | ₹22-24 Lakh | 6,441 kg | 11,280 kg | 7 km/l | 138 HP |
| Bharat Benz 1217R | ₹24.27-25.79 Lakh | 5,000 kg | 11,990 kg | 4 km/l | 167 HP |
| SML ISUZU Samrat GS XT | ₹20.2-23.71 Lakh | 5,000 kg | 11,120 kg | 11 km/l | 107 HP |
| Ashok Leyland BOSS 1215 | ₹25 Lakh | 7,710 kg | 11,990 kg | 7 km/l | 150 HP |
Licence needed to drive the Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE
Heavy goods vehicle (transport) licence. Its GVW is above 12,000 kg, which makes it a heavy goods vehicle. The driver needs a transport licence for heavy goods vehicles; an LMV licence does not cover it.
Vehicles carrying hazardous goods need extra driver qualifications whatever their weight. Your state RTO can confirm local requirements. Source: Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, sections 2(16), 2(21) and 2(23).
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FAQs on the 1215 TE
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The Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE costs about Rs 23 lakh to Rs 27 lakh ex-showroom. On-road price is higher because RTO tax, insurance and registration get added on top, and those change by state. Ask two or three dealers in your city, because discounts differ.
The Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE gives about 5 kmpl. Your actual figure depends on load, road condition and driving style. With a 105 litre tank, that is roughly 525 km on one full tank.
Rated payload is 6,000 kg. Gross vehicle weight is 12,900 kg, which is the truck plus the load together. Stay inside this figure. Overloading breaks springs and tyres early and invites fines at the check post.
The Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE uses a 3,839 cc diesel engine, 150 HP, 450 Nm of torque. It meets BS VI norms.
Gross vehicle weight is 12,900 kg, or about 12.9 tonnes. GVW is the total allowed weight of the truck plus body plus goods, and it decides which licence and permit you need.
It is mainly used for construction material. If your daily load and route match that kind of work, this truck fits.
It comes with a 6 speed manual gearbox. A manual gearbox keeps the running cost and the repair bill lower, and most workshops can handle it.
Air conditioning is not listed as standard on this version. Some dealers fit it as an accessory, so ask for the price before you book.
It has 6 tyres in a 4x2 layout. Tyre size is 8.25-20.
Ashok Leyland gives a manufacturer warranty on this truck. The exact months and kilometre limit change by model and state, so get it in writing from your dealer at the time of booking.
The Ashok Leyland ecomet 1215 TE has a GVW of 12,900 kg, above the 7,500 kg light motor vehicle limit, so the driver needs a heavy goods vehicle transport licence. An ordinary LMV (car) licence does not cover it.
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