DOST STRONG
Ashok Leyland – DOST STRONG
Ashok Leyland understands that the economic stability of a country depends on safe and timely transportation of goods, and builds vehicles that facilitate it. DOST, one of Ashok Leyland’s award-winning light commercial vehicles, now comes with i-GEN6 technology being an ideal vehicle to ensure last mile transportation of goods loaded off bigger trucks, into congested city lanes, and through tough terrains, to even the remotest parts of the country. The car-like ease and fuel efficiency of DOST makes it a convenient option to navigate through smaller lanes, ensuring door-step delivery of goods to the consumer.
Delivering goods to the consumer’s door-step
DOST Strong now comes with 1.5 L, 52.1 kW (70 hp), turbo charged common rail diesel engine (TDCR) adding benefit of 3 years or 100 000 km warranty for you. With a payload of 1350 kg, DOST is an ideal vehicle for transporting almost all kinds of everyday commodities like vegetables, fruits, milk and more. Equipped with power steering and a shorter turning radius and ease of driving, DOST Strong appeals to the urban distributors who have to navigate narrow lanes and crowded neighborhood. Its rugged construct and rigid front suspension also appeals to semi-urban and rural transporters who have to drive on rough terrains.
The driver’s DOST
DOST Strong is the first Indian vehicle in its segment to offer car-like comfort – a welcome relief for those toiling 14-15 hours a day, driving and moving the freight. With sufficient headroom, sizable room for the feet, reclining seats and expansive dashboard, DOST brings best in class drive comfort. The vehicle offers a comfortable cushion space between the seats for drivers to rest and cut down fatigue.
Car-like comfort
DOST Strongis not just about space for the driver or higher payload. Low-turning radius and superior mileage are one of the key features of DOST Strong. The power steering makes driving DOST Strong, a breeze. The optional air-conditioning feature in DOST Strong is a respite for those driving in the sweltering heat and waiting for long hours in loading docks or in traffic.
Performance
- Best in Class Mileage
- 1350 kg Payload
- Excellent power and pickup
- 1.5 L, 3 Cylinder Diesel Engine (BS VI)- i GEN6 Technology
- 2500 mm (88’ 2’’) Long Load Body
Safety
- Front Impact Absorption Bar
- Load Sensing Proportioning Valve (LSPV) with Booster Brakes
- ELR Seat Belts
- Tail Lamp Protector
Comfort
- Low turning radius
- Right Suspension with Parabolic Leaf spring and Double Acting Shock Absorbers
- Sliding Window (Behind Driver Seat)
- Driver Seat Adjustment – Sliding and Reclining
- Spacious and ergonomic euro cabin
- Optional air conditioner
Convenience
- Digital Cluster
- Mobile Holder and Charger
- Lockable Glove Box
Engine
| Engine | 1.5L, 3 Cylinder Diesel Engine (BS VI) |
| Type | Diesel |
| Displacement/Cubic Capacity | 1478 cc |
| Max Power @rpm | 51.5 KW (70 hp)@3300 RPM |
| Max Torque @ rpm | 170 Nm @ 1600-2400 RPM |
| Clutch | 215 mm Diameter Diaphragm, Single dry plate, Mechanical cable Operated |
| Transmission | Fully synchromesh, 5 speed-Gearbox Manual, (5 Forward +1 reverse gears) |
| Gear Shifting | Cable Shift |
| Brakes | Vacuum assisted Hydraulic brakes with LSPV |
| Suspension | |
| Front: | Rigid Suspension with Parabolic Leaf spring and Double Acting Shock Absorbers |
| Rear: | Parabolic leaf spring, 2 stages, overslung and Double Acting Shock Absorbers |
| Tyres (Size/Type) | 185 R14 LT, 8PR, Radial |
| Weight | GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)(kg): 2590 Rated Payload (kg): 1350 |
| Seating Capacity | Driver + 1 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 litres |
| Dimensions | |
| Overall Length(mm) | 4485 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1670 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1845 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2350 |
| Load Body / Cargo Deck (LxBxH) (mm) | 2500 x 1620 x 440 (8’2” x 5’4” x 1’5”) |
| Minimum Turning Circle Radius (m) | 5.85 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 177 |
| Loading Height (mm) | 840 |
| Performance | Maximum Speed (kmph): 80 |