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Volvo Trucks launches India’s first Road Train for India's logistics sector
Industry News- Feb 17,25
A Road Train consists of a tractor unit towing two or more trailers, significantly increasing cargo capacity.
Hon’ble Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, flagged off India’s first Road Train in Nagpur. Developed by Volvo Trucks and operated by Delhivery Ltd, this pioneering solution marks a new era for long-haul transportation, enhancing efficiency and capacity in the logistics industry.
The Road Train concept was formally incorporated into regulations in 2020, allowing for vehicle lengths up to 25.25 meters. A Road Train consists of a tractor unit towing two or more trailers, significantly increasing cargo capacity.
Volvo Truck’s Road Train features the industry-leading Volvo FM 420 4x2 tractor, a 24-ft containerised intermediate trailer, and a 44-ft semi-trailer, delivering a combined cargo volume of 144 cubic meters—50% higher than standard semi-trailers. Following successful completion of rigorous testing and trials, Volvo FM 420 4X2 Road Train is certified by MoRTH and ARAI for operation between Delhivery hubs of Nagpur and Bhiwandi.
The Volvo FM 420 4X2 Road Train is equipped with advanced safety features, including Electronic Braking System (EBS) and Electronic Stability Program (ESP), 360-degree camera system, self-steerable axle on the trailer, dashboard load monitor, downhill cruise control, stretch brake for enhanced stability and control to name a few.
Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO, VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd, stated, "The Volvo FM 420 4X2 road train is another pioneering introduction by Volvo Trucks for the Indian market. Designed to enhance the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of road transport, it aligns perfectly with ongoing transformation in Indian logistics and the government’s Gati Shakti master plan. Volvo Trucks India is grateful to Shri Nitin Gadkariji, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and ARAI for championing such advancements, and we remain committed to bringing more global innovations to India."
Suraj Saharan, Co-founder and Chief People’s Officer, Delhivery, said, "We're excited to further strengthen our partnership with Volvo Trucks as we advance towards high-efficiency, sustainable long-haul logistics. From adopting tractor-trailers to LNG and electric trucks, Volvo has been a key enabler in our journey. Road trains are a natural next step, perfectly suited to our high-volume line-haul operations. With India's expressway network expanding rapidly, we look forward to scaling this innovation across more routes in the near future."
B Dinakar, EVP & Business Head, Volvo Trucks India, remarked, "Beyond productivity and cost-effectiveness, our focus is on the safe integration of this pioneering solution on Indian roads. I am grateful to the ministry for having certified this path-breaking solution. We will now work to implement this highly efficient and safe transport solution in other suitable sectors."
Road Train
Nagpur
Vinod Aggarwal
VE Commercial Vehicles
Volvo
Suraj Saharan
Delhivery
B Dinakar
Volvo Trucks India
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