A 28-tonne GVW 6×4 tipper truck powered by the OM 926 Bharat Stage VI engine. It delivers 180 kW / 241 HP and 850 Nm torque, with a 16 Cu.m box body option, 4,275 mm wheelbase, 205 L fuel tank and 43 L AdBlue tank.
28,000 kg
OM 926 BS-VI
180 kW / 241 HP
850 Nm
16 Cu.m Box
G 131, 9F + 1R
205 L
43 L / 36 L
4,275 mm
290 mm
15.5 m
60 km/h
Bharat Stage VI
10 nos.
6 Years Warranty
Detailed technical specifications for BharatBenz 2823C 28T 6×4 tipper truck
Daily pre-start checks · Service schedule by kilometres and operating hours · Warning alert actions — BharatBenz 2823C 28T 6×4 tipper with OM 926 BS-VI engine, SCR + DPF, 26.3 L engine oil, 205 L fuel tank and 43 L AdBlue tank.
Complete all checks before starting the engine or loading. Allow about 10 minutes. Any failed check means do not operate; report and tag out immediately.
Dipstick check — keep between MIN and MAX with cold engine.
Act if: Top up with MB 228.51 grade oil if low; milky/foamy oil means report immediately.
Check overflow reservoir MIN–MAX. Do not open cap on hot engine.
Act if: Use approved pre-mixed coolant only.
Check AdBlue gauge and refill with ISO 22241 grade only.
Act if: Low or wrong AdBlue can trigger ECU derate and shutdown.
Keep at least 1/4 tank and drain pre-filter water separator bowl.
Act if: Do not start shift with low fuel or water in separator.
Dashboard air gauge must build minimum 6 bar before releasing parking brake.
Act if: If low, idle to build pressure; do not move until pressure is safe.
Check DPF regeneration, SCR fault, engine fault and AdBlue quality warning lamps.
Act if: Any active fault must be reported before operation.
Inspect tipping ram seals and pivot pins; body must be fully lowered and pinned before travel.
Act if: Stop if ram leak, loose pin or body lock issue is found.
Walk around all 10 tyres and inspect cuts, bulges and pressure loss.
Act if: Dual rear tyres must not touch each other.
Check under chassis for oil, fuel, coolant, AdBlue or air leaks.
Act if: Active leak means do not operate; tag out.
Test headlights, indicators, reverse lamp, reverse alarm and adjust mirrors.
Act if: Repair failed safety lights/alarms before site movement.
Use kilometres, operating hours or calendar age — whichever comes first. Confirm exact fill volumes with a BharatBenz authorised service centre before ordering fluids.
Air filter restriction indicator
Inspect; clean primary element if active; replace after two cleanings.
Fan / alternator V-belt
Inspect tension, cracks and fraying.
Pre-filter gauze and water separator
Clean gauze, drain separator and check main fuel filter.
Gearbox and axle oil levels
Check gearbox and RA1/RA2 axle oil levels at plugs; report leaks.
Propshaft, kingpin and steering joints
Grease UJs, spline sleeves and front steering joints with EP2 lithium complex grease.
Wheel nuts and brakes
Torque wheel nuts; inspect brake linings, drums, slack adjusters and ABS sensors.
Engine oil
Change 26.3 L oil, 10W40 MB 228.51 / ACEA E6 low-ash.
Engine oil filter
Replace filter at every oil change.
Air and fuel filters
Replace primary/safety air filter elements and main fuel filter; drain pre-filter bowl.
DPF ash loading
Inspect via diagnostic port; clean/replace only per service-centre instruction.
SCR / AdBlue system
Inspect dosing unit, injector and tank strainer; clean strainer.
Chassis, body pivots and tipping ram anchors
Inspect welds, body mounts and ram anchor points for cracks or looseness.
Transmission oil
Change gearbox oil at 120,000 km / 18 months. Confirm fill volume at service centre.
Power steering oil
Change at 120,000 km / 24 months with approved fluid.
Front hubs
Regrease front wheel hubs as per BharatBenz service schedule.
DPF ash service
Check ash level with diagnostic tool; clean/replace based on sensor data.
SCR full check
Check dosing unit, catalyst, AdBlue quality and clean DEF tank if contamination suspected.
Coolant and electricals
Flush coolant; test battery capacity, alternator output, ABS harnesses and earth points.
Rear axle oil
Change RA1 and RA2 axle oil at 180,000 km / 24 months.
Coolant interval check
Change coolant at 2-year interval or as advised by service centre.
Brake wear parts
Replace lining shoes at wear limit; resurface or replace drums if scored.
RED = stop engine / vehicle immediately. AMBER = corrective action before continuing. All alerts must be logged in the asset maintenance register.
What is happening: Oil critically low or pump failure.
Immediate action: STOP engine. Do not restart. Check oil level, sump and oil lines.
Risk if ignored: Seized engine — catastrophic write-off.
What is happening: Coolant critically low or cooling failure.
Immediate action: STOP engine. Allow it to cool naturally. Check coolant, hoses and radiator.
Risk if ignored: Blown head gasket / warped head — major repair.
What is happening: Air compressor failure or major air line leak; brakes compromised.
Immediate action: Park immediately. Apply parking brake. Do not move truck.
Risk if ignored: Complete brake failure — runaway 28T truck.
What is happening: ABS ECU or sensor failure; anti-lock braking disabled.
Immediate action: Stop safely. Do not operate on-road until fault is cleared at service centre.
Risk if ignored: Wheel lockup and jackknife risk when laden.
What is happening: AdBlue tank near empty; ECU derate/shutdown sequence.
Immediate action: Refill immediately with ISO 22241 grade AdBlue.
Risk if ignored: Vehicle speed limited then BS-VI regulatory shutdown.
What is happening: DPF soot loading high; active regeneration needed.
Immediate action: Find safe location and keep engine above 1,200 rpm for 20–30 minutes.
Risk if ignored: Blocked DPF and expensive replacement.
What is happening: AdBlue contaminated or dosing below threshold.
Immediate action: Stop, check AdBlue and refill with fresh ISO 22241 grade.
Risk if ignored: SCR failure, NOx exceedance and ECU derate.
What is happening: Coolant marginal or partial blockage.
Immediate action: Reduce load, idle engine, check coolant and radiator.
Risk if ignored: Can escalate to overtemperature and head-gasket failure.
What is happening: Primary air filter choked.
Immediate action: Stop and clean or replace primary air filter element.
Risk if ignored: Engine power loss and turbo damage.
What is happening: Visible sidewall damage, bulge or sudden pressure loss.
Immediate action: Stop, change affected tyre and check dual-tyre contact.
Risk if ignored: Blowout at speed and loss of control of a laden truck.
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