India’s largest automobile company Tata Motors has launched Tata SuperAce Mint, a small pick-up truck to meet intra- and inter-city transport requirements.

With this launch, Tata Motors is further penetrating into the small pick-up market and plans to grow its market share in this segment, the company said in a statement.

“Like the other members of Ace family, we expect the Tata SuperAce Mint to become an indispensable business partner for millions of entrepreneurs and market load operators across the country,” said Ravi Pisharody, Executive Director, Commercial Vehicles Business Unit at Tata Motors.

The Tata SuperAce Mint is equipped with a technically advanced 1.4-litre DiCOR (common rail) BS4 engine, delivering a flat torque over a wide range of engine rpm (1800-3000 rpm) in all gears.

The clutch has a larger diameter and a greater friction area for better clutch performance and life, while the backbone of the vehicle is its strong chassis frame with a 2.5mm thick long member and a 124mm x 63mm chassis cross section, enabling it to withstand the stress of driving on bad roads and varied loading conditions.

Launched at a starting price of Rs 5.09 lakh (ex-showroom, Thane, Tata SuperAce Mint is available in blazing red, castle grey, arctic white and meteor silver. This mini truck will be available for sale across the country from today, it said.

rajesh.kurup@thehindu.co.in