Diesel
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Bharat Benz 1617R
Bharat Benz 1617R price is Rs 22.22-24.12 Lakh ex-showroom. Check 16,200 kg GVW, 9,750 kg payload, 4 kmpl, full specs, FAQs and alternatives.
Ex-showroom price5 Sept 2026
₹ 22.22 L - 24.12 LPrice verified
3900 ccDiesel4 km/l
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Key specs of the Bharat Benz 1617R
GVW16200kg
Payload9750kg
Tyres6
Displacement3900cc
Fuel tank215L
Mileage4km/lAbout the Bharat Benz 1617R, Overview
BharatBenz sells the Bharat Benz 1617R as a medium truck. It has a gross vehicle weight of 16,200 kg, which is about 16.2 tonnes. It is built for work like parcel, courier, poultry and LPG Cylinder. You are looking at about Rs 22.22 lakh to Rs 24.12 lakh ex-showroom, before registration and insurance. Under the cabin ...
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Bharat Benz 1617R variants
Bharat Benz 1617R comes in 3 versions that differ in wheelbase, deck and body. Open a version for its full figures and which buyer it suits.
| Variant | Wheelbase | Body | Payload | Ex-showroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5100/CBC | 5,100 mm | cab and chassis | 9,750 kg | ₹20.48 lakh |
| 5900/CBC | 5,900 mm | cab and chassis | 9,750 kg | - |
| 6700/CBC | 6,700 mm | cab and chassis | 9,750 kg | ₹22.24 lakh |
Deck size is the inside length and width of the load area. Variant figures are as the maker lists them; confirm with your dealer.
Bharat Benz 1617R specifications & features
Engine, dimensions, brakes, transmission, cabin, and safety details are listed on the dedicated specifications page.
- GVW 16200 kg · 16.2 Ton
- Payload 9750 kg · 9.75 Ton
- Mileage 4 km/l
- Power 167 HP
- Length 28 ft 3 in
Bharat Benz 1617R Pros and Cons
Pros
- +Rated payload of 9,750 kg
- +Air conditioned cabin, which keeps drivers on the job longer
- +ABS fitted, which helps you keep steering control in a hard brake
- +Tubeless tyres, which lose air slowly instead of blowing out
Cons
- –Mileage of 4 kmpl is on the lower side for this class
- –Gradeability of 23 per cent is low, so check it on your ghat sections
- –No factory telematics, so tracking needs a separate device
Bharat Benz 1617R vs Bharat Benz 1917R and Tata 1512 LPT: comparison
The Bharat Benz 1617R next to 4 rivals in the same class, on the figures each maker lists. The Eicher Pro 3015 carries the most payload here (10,572 kg), and the Bharat Benz 1617R has the most power (167 HP).
| Model | Ex-showroom price | Payload | GVW | Mileage / range | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bharat Benz 1617R | ₹22.22-24.12 Lakh | 9,750 kg | 16,200 kg | 4 km/l | 167 HP |
| Bharat Benz 1917R | ₹24.11-28.3 Lakh | 9,750 kg | 18,500 kg | 6 km/l | 167 HP |
| Tata 1512 LPT | ₹22-23.46 Lakh | 10,550 kg | 16,020 kg | 6 km/l | 123 HP |
| Eicher Pro 3015 | ₹21.46-29.8 Lakh | 10,572 kg | 16,371 kg | 6 km/l | 160 HP |
| Mahindra FURIO 16 | ₹24-28 Lakh | 10,500 kg | 16,140 kg | 6 km/l | 138 HP |
Licence needed to drive the Bharat Benz 1617R
GVW 16,200 kgHGV
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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Where the Bharat Benz 1617R Is Used
Goods DistributionFMCG, parcel and white goods
Construction MaterialCement, steel, aggregate
Agri & Cold ChainGrain, produce, reefer bodies
Industrial SupplyPlant to plant, in-city
Contract LogisticsFixed-route 3PL workFree download · PDF
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FAQs on the Benz 1617R
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The Bharat Benz 1617R costs about Rs 22.22 lakh to Rs 24.12 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 Bharat Benz 1617R gives about 4 kmpl. Your actual figure depends on load, road condition and driving style. With a 215 litre tank, that is roughly 860 km on one full tank.
Rated payload is 9,750 kg. Gross vehicle weight is 16,200 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 Bharat Benz 1617R uses a 3,900 cc diesel engine, 167 HP, 520 Nm of torque. It meets BS VI norms.
Gross vehicle weight is 16,200 kg, or about 16.2 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 parcel, courier, poultry and LPG Cylinder. 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.
Yes, air conditioning is part of the cabin. That matters on long runs in summer, and drivers stay with the job longer when the cabin is comfortable.
It has 6 tyres in a 4X2 layout. Tyre size is 10.00 R 20 / 295/80R22.5.
BharatBenz 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 closest options at this size are Tata Ultra T.16 SL AMT (16,190 kg GVW, from about Rs 22 lakh), Ashok Leyland ecomet STAR 1615 HE (16,100 kg GVW, from about Rs 23 lakh) and Eicher Pro 3015 (16,371 kg GVW, from about Rs 21.46 lakh). Compare payload, mileage and the service network on your own route before you decide, because those three decide your cost per km more than the sticker price does.
The Bharat Benz 1617R has a GVW of 16,200 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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