Mahindra Axe review, road test
The Mahindra Axe is a Light Military Utility Tactical Vehicle that was developed for use by the Indian Army.
Published on Apr 04, 2021 07:00:00 AM
Tech Specs
Engine | Diesel |
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Fuel Type / Propulsion | Diesel |
Engine Installation | Front, longitudinal |
Type | 5 cyls, turbo-diesel |
Cubic Capacity (cc) | 2696cc |
Bore/Stroke (mm) | 86/92mm |
Compression Ratio | 18:1 |
Valve Train | 4 valves per cyl, DOHC |
Max Power (hp @ rpm) | 175hp at 4000rpm |
Max Torque (Nm @ rpm) | 340Nm at 1800rpm |
Power to Weight Ratio (hp/tonne) | 70.2hp per tonne |
Torque to Weight Ratio (Nm/tonne) | 136Nm per tonne |
Specific Output (hp/litre) | 65hp per litre |
Transmission | Diesel |
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Drive Layout | Four-wheel drive |
Gearbox Type | Automatic |
No of Gears | 5 |
1st Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm | 3.595 |
2nd Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm | 2.186 |
3rd Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm | 1.405 |
4th Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm | 1.00 |
5th Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm | 0.831 |
Final Drive Ratio | 4.1:1 |
Braking | Diesel |
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80 - 0 kph (mts, sec) | 39.91m/3.42s |
Acceleration | Diesel |
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0 - 10 kph (sec) | 0.69s |
0 - 20 kph (sec) | 1.38s |
0 - 30 kph (sec) | 2.12s |
0 - 40 kph (sec) | 3.39s |
0 - 50 kph (sec) | 5.00s |
0 - 60 kph (sec) | 6.53s |
0 - 70 kph (sec) | 9.30s |
0 - 80 kph (sec) | 12.07s |
0 - 90 kph (sec) | 15.36s |
0 - 100 kph (sec) | 19.63s |
20-80kph (sec) | 10.21s (in kickdown) |
Body | Diesel |
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Weight (kg) | 2500kg |
Front Tyre | 305/70 R16 |
Rear Tyre | 305/70 R16 |
Spare Tyre | Full size steel wheel |
Suspension | Diesel |
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Front | Independent, double wishbones, coil over shocks |
Rear | Independent, double wishbones, stabiliser bar |
Steering | Diesel |
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Type | Rack and pinion |
Type of power assist | Electric |
Turning Circle Diameter (mts) | 14.0m |
Brakes | Diesel |
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Front | 290mm ventilated discs |
Rear | 300mm ventilated discs |
Dimensions | Diesel |
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Length | 4400mm |
Width (mm) | 1960mm |
Height | 1980mm |
Wheel base | 2940mm |
Front Track (mm) | 1700mm |
Rear Track (mm) | 1700mm |
Ground Clearance (mm) | 350mm |
Boot Capacity (Lts) | 600 litres |
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