India’s rapidly expanding mining and construction equipment sector, projected to grow from $16 billion to $45 billion by 2030, is receiving a significant boost from BharatBenz. Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, has launched an all-new BharatBenz Construction and Mining range. This latest lineup, featuring the HX and Torqshift series, is designed to cater to the growing demand for high-performance, reliable heavy-duty trucks as contractors modernise fleets and invest in long-term assets.
The new range has been rigorously validated through extensive field trials, with more than 150 trucks deployed across some of India’s most demanding construction and mining sites. These trials revealed notable improvements in uptime, operational efficiency, and profitability, leading to the rollout of full-scale production. According to Satyakam Arya, Managing Director and CEO of DICV, the sector remains one of the company’s strongest business pillars. He noted a significant shift as large contractors move toward owning assets, driven by a fleet replacement cycle with many vehicles reaching the end of their operational lives after 8-10 years.
The new BharatBenz Construction and Mining lineup offers a comprehensive range of vehicles tailored for diverse applications. The HX series, including the 2828C HX and 3532C HX models, is engineered for extreme durability, superior fuel efficiency, and class-leading productivity. Powered by 280 hp with 1100 Nm torque and 320 hp with 1250 Nm torque configurations, these trucks also feature advanced technology such as Hill Hold Assist, unitised front axle bearings, wind deflectors, and driver state monitoring systems.
For specialised mining applications, the Torqshift series available in 2832CM and 3532CM variants delivers zero lag performance, enhanced comfort, faster turnaround time (TAT), and improved fuel efficiency. These trucks are equipped with globally proven Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) systems, offering robust performance under harsh mining conditions. In addition, BharatBenz has introduced the 2828C RMC variant, designed for Ready Mix Concrete operations. With a 9 cubic meter capacity and the OM 926 BSVI OBD-II engine producing 280 hp and 1100 Nm torque, the vehicle ensures reliable concrete transportation across rugged terrains.
Pradeep Kumar Thimmaiyan, President and Chief Technology Officer at DICV, emphasised that the new range has been developed by prioritising customer feedback. Higher payload capacities, quicker TAT, and lower maintenance costs were among the primary demands. The trucks meet full EU ECE R29-03 cabin compliance standards and are equipped with best-in-class safety features.
What sets the HX series apart is its exceptional gradeability up to 60% in the 2828C and 54% in the 3532C, allowing confident climbing with full loads. The range is built with a 360-degree reliability philosophy, ensuring that the frame, axle, braking, and engine systems are engineered to perform seamlessly together. A best-in-class warranty supports long-term ownership confidence.
Rajiv Chaturvedi, President and Chief Business Officer at DICV, highlighted the growing expectations of fleet operators, who now demand maximum uptime, quick maintenance, and factory-fitted features such as GPS, hill start assist, and comfort amenities. Safety enhancements, including reverse cameras and driver state monitoring systems, are also becoming increasingly important for customers.
The new vehicles are available across BharatBenz’s extensive network of 385 dealer touchpoints throughout India. The company is backing its product offering with robust after-sales support, including 15,000-hour annual maintenance contracts. Additionally, BharatBenz’s advanced uptime center integrates state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and real-time vehicle monitoring with data analytics to enable predictive maintenance and ensure uninterrupted operations for fleet operators.