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TATA SIGNA 2821.T
TATA SIGNA 2821.T price is Rs 31.22-33.71 Lakh ex-showroom. Check 28,000 kg GVW, 20,000 kg payload, 5 kmpl, full specs, FAQs and alternatives.
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Key specs of the TATA SIGNA 2821.T
About the TATA SIGNA 2821.T, Overview
The TATA SIGNA 2821.T is a heavy truck from Tata Motors. It has a gross vehicle weight of 28,000 kg, which is about 28 tonnes. It is built for work like parcel, courier, poultry and lpg cylinder. You are looking at about Rs 31.22 lakh to Rs 33.71 lakh ex-showroom, before registration and insurance. The engine is a 5,0...
Tata SIGNA 2821.T variants
Tata SIGNA 2821.T comes in 4 versions that differ in wheelbase, deck and body. Open a version for its full figures and which buyer it suits.
| Variant | Wheelbase | Body | Ex-showroom |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5000/CAB | 5,000 mm | cab and chassis | ₹31.22 lakh |
| 5600/CAB | 5,600 mm | cab and chassis | - |
| 6000/CAB | 6,000 mm | cab and chassis | - |
| 6800/CAB | 6,800 mm | cab and chassis | ₹33.71 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.
TATA SIGNA 2821.T specifications & features
Engine, dimensions, brakes, transmission, cabin, and safety details are listed on the dedicated specifications page.
- GVW 28000 kg · 28 Ton
- Payload 20000 kg · 20 Ton
- Mileage 5 km/l
- Power 201 HP
- Length 23 ft 7 in
TATA SIGNA 2821.T Pros and Cons
Pros
- +Mileage of 5 kmpl is better than most trucks of this size
- +About 1,825 km on one full tank, so fewer fuel stops on long runs
- +Carries 20,000 kg, a high payload for its weight class
- +Air conditioned cabin, which keeps drivers on the job longer
- +ABS fitted, which helps you keep steering control in a hard brake
- +Tilting cabin makes engine work quicker and cheaper
Cons
- –Tube type tyres, so a puncture takes longer to fix on the road
Tata SIGNA 2821.T vs Ashok Leyland AVTR 3120 6x2 and Man CLA 25.300 EVO 6x4: comparison
The Tata SIGNA 2821.T next to 4 rivals in the same class, on the figures each maker lists. The Tata SIGNA 2821.T carries the most payload here (20,000 kg), and the Man CLA 25.300 EVO 6x4 has the most power (300 HP).
| Model | Ex-showroom price | Payload | GVW | Mileage / range | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tata SIGNA 2821.T | ₹31.22-33.71 Lakh | 20,000 kg | 28,000 kg | 5 km/l | 201 HP |
| Ashok Leyland AVTR 3120 6x2 | ₹30-38 Lakh | 20,000 kg | 31,000 kg | 4 km/l | 200 HP |
| Man CLA 25.300 EVO 6x4 | ₹32-45 Lakh | 18,000 kg | 25,000 kg | 7 km/l | 300 HP |
| Mahindra Blazo X 28 Haulage | ₹28-40 Lakh | 19,000 kg | 28,000 kg | 6 km/l | 276 HP |
| Eicher pro 6028TM | ₹39-40 Lakh | 19,000 kg | 28,000 kg | 5 km/l | 207 HP |
Licence needed to drive the Tata SIGNA 2821.T
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 SIGNA 2821.T
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The TATA SIGNA 2821.T costs about Rs 31.22 lakh to Rs 33.71 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 TATA SIGNA 2821.T gives about 5 kmpl. Your actual figure depends on load, road condition and driving style. With a 365 litre tank, that is roughly 1,825 km on one full tank.
Rated payload is 20,000 kg. Gross vehicle weight is 28,000 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 TATA SIGNA 2821.T uses a 5,005 cc diesel engine, 201 HP, 850 Nm of torque. It meets BS VI norms.
Gross vehicle weight is 28,000 kg, or about 28 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 10 tyres in a 6x2 layout. Tyre size is 295/90R20 Radial Tyre Tube.
Tata Motors 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 TATA SIGNA 2821.T has a GVW of 28,000 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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