Force Traveller
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The Force Traveller is a light commercial vehicle (LCV) made and distributed by Indian manufacturer Force Motors. This vehicle range was based on the popular Mercedes-Benz T1 range.
It was originally launched in 1987 as the Tempo Traveller, with the Tempo Excel launched in 1999 with a wider range of commercial bodies.
Derivatives
There are different configurations for different uses including luxary van, minibus, school bus, ambulance and Quick Response Vehicle.
Other options include high roof / low roof versions, the short chassis / long chassis versions.
The Force Traveller is very popular among the transport line in India, due to its versatile nature of seating. It comes in various configuration.
Specification
The Traveller is powered by a Mercedes-Benz derived 2.6-litre (2596 cc) FM 2.6 CR BS VI engine, with CNG and diesel options. The diesel unit produces 67 kW (91 PS; 90 bhp) @ 2800 rpm and torque of 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) @ 1400 - 2400 rpm.
Earlier Tempo models were powered by the Mercedes-Benz OM616 engine, a 2.4-litre (2399 cc) 4-cylinder diesel engine producing 45 kW (61 PS; 60 bhp) @ 4000 rpm and torque of 130 N⋅m (96 lb⋅ft) @ 2000 rpm.
