Tata Novus 7548 6×4 Tractor (V3TXF)
As a starting point of new change, Tata Daewoo introduces next generation of Novus tractor – V3TXF.

In response to South African customer’s latest demand, V3TXF has a reliable & powerful performance thorough gearbox combination of Cummins ISX engine and Eaton fuller automated transmission (FO-18E318B) In basis of strong performance of power train [maximum power (354kw@2,100 rpm)], V3TXF guarantee 75 ton G.C.W in a variety of topographical conditions as well as strong brake efficiency operated by Jake Brake.
Furthermore, the latest gearbox model (FO-18E318B) of Eaton enables to guarantee high torque performance (2,509Nm@1,200 rpm) so as to provide powerful gradeability in high slope areas. Also, the simple functions of Eaton fuller automated gearbox enable drivers to do convenient & relaxed driving.
Compared with the existing Novus tractor models, more various items will be available for V3TXF. To improve the driving comparability, Cab-air suspension, cruise control are installed as basic options. Also, the option of double bed is selectable in consideration of the long distance driving.
Product Specifications:
| ENGINE | |
| Model | Cummins ISX |
| Type | Turbo intercooler, diesel engine |
| Max. Power | 481ps (354kw)/ 2,000rpm |
| Max. Torque | 255kg.m (2509N.m)/1,200rpm |
| No. of cylinder | In-line 6 cylinders |
| Bore x Stroke | 137 x 169 (mm) |
| Displacement | 14,946 (cc) |
| Controller type | Electronic |
| Air cleaner | Dry paper elements(Double filter) |
| TRANSMISSION | |
| Model | FO-18E318B |
| Type | AMT F18/R4 |
| 1st / 2nd | 14.40 / 12.29 |
| 3rd / 4th | 8.56 / 7.30 |
| 5th / 6th | 6.05 / 5.16 |
| 7th / 8th | 4.38 / 3.74 |
| 9th / 10th | 3.20 / 2.73 |
| 11th / 12th | 2.29 / 1.95 |
| 13th / 14th | 1.62 / 1.38 |
| 15th / 16th | 1.17 / 1.00 |
| 17th / 18th | 0.86 / 0.73 |
| Reverse1 | 15.06/12.85 |
| Reverse2 | 4.03 / 3.43 |
| Brakes | |
| Service | Full Air Brake. Dual circuit |
| Drum diameter | 410 mm |
| Lining Front | 414x155mm |
| Rear | 414x203mm |
| Material | Non-Asbestos |
| Parking | Acting on spring actuator at rear wheels |
| Auxiliary | Engine brake |
| Axles | |
| Front | Reverse elliot “I” beam, Capacity : 7,500 kg |
| Rear | Banjo single reductionFinal drive ratio : 3.909, Capacity : 26,000 kg |
| Fuel Tank | |
| Mounted on left & right-hand side of theframe | |
| Capacity | 800 litre |
| Material | Pressed Steel |
| Wheels and Tires | |
| Front | 315/80R22.5-18PR, 9.0X22.5 |
| Rear | 315/80R22.5-18PR, 9.0X22.5 |
| Steering | |
| Driving position | Right Hand Drive |
| Type | Power assisted by oil Recirculating ball with integral |
| Steering column | Tilt & telescopic |
| Steering wheel | 2-spoke wheel with horn button |
| Clutch | |
| Type | Hydraulic control with air assisted |
| Plate diameter | Dry double plate with diaphram Out side diameter : 430mm |
| Suspension | |
| Front suspension | Type : Multi leaf spring Size(LxW) : 1,500 x 90(mm) |
| Rear suspension | Type : Multi leaf spring Size(LxW) : 1,350 x 90(mm) |
| Electrical system | |
| Batteries | 12 volt-150Ahx2 |
| Alternator | 24 volt / 80 amp |
| Starter | 24 volt / 7.0kW |
| Coupler (Option) | |
| Make and Type | Jost Rollingless 2″ |
| Loading capacity | 20ton |
| Dimensions (mm) | ||
| OL | Overall length | 6,840 |
| OW | Overall width | 2,555 |
| OH | Overall height | 2,910 |
| FR | Tread – front | 2,035 |
| RT | Tread – rear | 1,890 |
| WB | Wheelbase | 4,480 |
| AF | Rear axle to frame | 650 |
| GR | Ground to roof | 2,910 |
| R | Frame-ground above bogie | 1,050 |
| CA | Usable cab to axle | 3,105 |
| OS | Deck offset | 270 |
| CH | Coupler height | 1,345 |
| GC | Min. ground clearance | 260 |
| Swing radius Forward | 1,600 | |
| Swing radius Rearward | 2,040 |
| Calculated performance | |
| Max. speed(km/h) | 129 |
| Max. gradeability(%) | 36.3 |
| Min. turning radius (m) | 7 |
| Frame | |
| Type | Ladder type, Single channel,Web mounting |
| Size (HxWxt) | 286x90x7 |
| Width at frame rear | 850 |
| Side rail | ATOS 80 |
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