Force Traveller
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| Force Traveller | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Force Motors |
| Also called | Tempo Traveller |
| Production | 1987–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Van (M) Small truck |
| Related | Shaktiman 400 Mercedes-Benz TN Mercedes-Benz Sprinter T1N Volkswagen LT |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | OM616 (early versions) FM 2.6 CR ED |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Harburger Transporter[1] |
The Force Traveller is a light commercial vehicle (LCV) manufactured by Indian company Force Motors. It is produced in configurations for both passenger and cargo transportation and uses a monocoque body construction. Passenger versions are available with seating capacities ranging from 9 to 25 occupants.[2]
The Traveller is offered in both non-air-conditioned (NAC) and air-conditioned (AC) configurations, with a range of seating arrangements and body lengths.
The model was introduced in 1987 as the Tempo Traveller.[3] The vehicle subsequently became known as the Force Traveller following the rebranding of the manufacturer as Force Motors. A wider-bodied version was introduced in 2012.
First generation
| Force Traveller | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Force Motors |
| Production | 1987–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Bus M2 N2 |
| Related | Shaktiman 400 Mercedes-Benz TN |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | OM616 (early versions) FM 2.6 CR ED |
The Traveller was introduced in 1987 and was based on the Mercedes-Benz TN range. Its development and production followed an agreement between Force Motors and Daimler-Benz. The vehicle was offered in a variety of configurations for passenger and commercial applications, including vans, minibuses, school buses, staff buses, ambulances, emergency-response vehicles and delivery vans.
Passenger and cargo versions were produced with different body lengths and seating configurations. Both standard- and wide-body versions were offered, along with air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned variants.
The vehicle has been used extensively in India's passenger and commercial transport sectors, where its range of body configurations has allowed it to serve a variety of applications.
Specifications
The current Traveller is powered by a 2.6-litre (2,596 cc) FM 2.6 CR ED engine complying with the BS-VI Stage 2 emission standard. It is available in diesel and CNG configurations.[2] The diesel version produces 85 kW (114 hp) at 2,950 rpm and 350 N⋅m of torque between 1,400 and 2,200 rpm.[2]
Early versions of the Traveller were powered by the Mercedes-Benz OM616 engine.[3] Force Motors began producing the engine in India in cooperation with Daimler-Benz in 1982.[3]
Second generation
| Force Traveller | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Force Motors |
| Also called | Force Traveller N (2026–facelift) |
| Production | 2012–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Bus M2 N2 |
A major update to the Traveller was introduced in 2012, featuring a wider body than the earlier version. The updated model retained the Traveller's multipurpose commercial-vehicle configuration and continued to be offered in versions intended for passenger transportation and other applications.
The wider body allowed for revised interior layouts and seating configurations. The model continued to be offered in different lengths and with both air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned configurations.
References
- ↑ TRUCK magazine, September 1982, p. 37 [full citation needed]
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Traveller N 3050WB". Force Motors Limited. Retrieved 6 June 2026.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Legacy". Force Motors Limited. Retrieved 6 June 2026.
