A 28-tonne GVW 6×4 tipper truck powered by a Cummins 6.7 l OBD-II engine. It delivers 224 kW / 300 HP and 1,100 Nm torque through a TATA G1150 gearbox, with 16 and 22 Cu.m box or 14 Cu.m scoop body options, a 335 L HDPE fuel tank and BS6 Phase 2 readiness.
28,000 kg
Cummins 6.7 l OBD-II
6,702 cc
224 kW / 300 HP
1,100 Nm
16 / 22 Cu.m Box
14 Cu.m
TATA G1150
430 mm
6 × 4
335 l HDPE
38 WB / 48 WB
11×20 NT / 11R20
10 Tyres
BS6 Phase 2
Detailed technical specifications for the Tata Signa 2830.K SRT 28T 6×4 tipper truck
Daily pre-start checks · Service schedule by operating hours and kilometres · Warning indicator actions — Tata Signa 2830.K SRT 28T 6×4 tipper with Cummins ISBe 6.7L BS6 engine, SCR + DEF aftertreatment, TATA G1150 (9F + 1R) gearbox, bogie rear suspension and PTO-driven tipper hydraulics.
To be performed by the driver before every shift.
Engine off, vehicle on level ground. Oil on dipstick between marks. Coolant in recovery tank with engine cold — never open a hot radiator cap.
Act if: Oil below MIN — do NOT start; low oil destroys bearings. Coolant below LOW — check for leaks before running.
Walk around and under the vehicle — look for puddles or wet patches on the ground below engine, gearbox, axle and hydraulic tank.
Act if: Any active leak — do not operate until the source is traced and rectified.
Check the dash indicator or the red band on the air filter housing.
Act if: Red band showing — replace the primary element (never wash or clean it). Replace the secondary element every 3rd primary change.
Switch ignition ON and observe whether the lamp stays lit after the normal warm-up sequence.
Act if: Stays ON — drain water sediment from the fuel-water separator manually before driving.
Open the drain valve on each air tank and drain until only air comes out, with no water.
Act if: Excess water draining out — check more frequently; moisture causes brake valve corrosion and failure.
Power on and cycle all lights (head, tail, indicator, brake), test the horn, and confirm all gauges register and warning lamps self-test on ignition.
Act if: Any non-functional item — attend to it before the trip. Do not operate with faulty lighting or brake-related warnings.
Test service brake pedal feel and stopping response at low speed. Engage and release the parking brake and confirm it holds.
Act if: Spongy pedal, uneven braking, or parking brake not holding — do NOT drive. Get to the workshop.
Check the DEF gauge on the dash, usually adjacent to the fuel gauge, or the SCR warning lamp status.
Act if: Low DEF warning — top up with Tata Genuine DEF immediately. The BS6 ECU will derate power and can prevent restart if DEF runs empty.
Workshop schedule by hourmeter, with approximate kilometre equivalents. CHANGE / REPLACE / INSPECT / GREASE / CHECK / CLEAN / ADJUST.
Remote gear-shift linkage — grease
Monthly.
Hydraulic fluid level — check, top up, trace leaks
Daily.
Grease cylinder, load body, body lock, safety stay rod, tailgate hinge & lock points
Every 50 Hrs or weekly.
Breather element — clean with compressed air
Every 50 Hrs or weekly.
Dumping time vs. rated payload
If slow, inspect control valve, cylinder and pump.
Engine oil & filter — change
Drain hot. Both 1st and 2nd service fall at 500 Hrs.
Drive belts — tension & condition
Check water pump, tensioner, idler, fan, alternator and steering pump pulleys. Replace on wear or glazing.
Vibration damper bolts — check & tighten
Intercooler & radiator — external clogging
Clean with air or water.
Leak check — intake, lubrication, fuel, coolant, washer
Hoses and clamps.
Engine mounting rubber pads — check / replace
ECU / ECM error check
Via diagnostic tool.
Air filter — primary element
Replace when the red band shows. Do NOT wash or clean. Secondary element every 3rd primary change.
Clutch pedal free-play — check / adjust
Clutch noise / vibration during engagement
Pressure plate, diaphragm, release fork & bearing
Inspect during clutch disc change.
Propeller shaft splines — wear / noise
Centre bearing rubber & U-joint kit — condition
Wheel nuts — check / tighten
Also check after 50 km on any wheel change.
Air tanks — drain oil-condensate water
Service, exhaust & parking brake, dual brake valve, relay & solenoid valves
Check function.
Brake hoses, breather tube & air pipes — damage / leaks
Air dryer pressure differential
Check 0.6–1.3 bar.
Brake lining thickness
Inspect via the dust-shield window.
Brake drums / linings — replace when worn
To the indicator slot or 1 mm over rivet heads.
Front / rear spring bushes, anti-roll bar bush, cab spring-eye bushes
Check or replace.
Shock absorber rubber bushes
Steering wheel free-play, tie rod & drag link ball joints
Bogie suspension bar pin bush & ‘A’ frame centre bushes
Every 500 Hrs.
Bogie suspension bolster mounting nuts
Check at 500 Hrs, then every 1,500 Hrs.
Switches, gauges, warning lamps, lights & buzzers — function
Battery mountings, posts & terminals
Clean and tighten, apply petroleum jelly.
Battery cell condition & electrolyte specific gravity
Top up with distilled water.
Fuse ratings — verify correct rating throughout
Body panels, paint & structure — rust / damage
AC wire-mesh & inner filter
Clean at 500 Hrs; check and replace if needed every 500 Hrs.
AC condenser — clean with low-pressure water
Pump mounting, PTO drive shaft, hydraulic tank & sub-frame mounting, body lock mounting
Check and tighten.
Engine oil & filter — change
Drain hot. Both 1st and 2nd service fall at 500 Hrs.
Drive belts — tension & condition
Check water pump, tensioner, idler, fan, alternator and steering pump pulleys. Replace on wear or glazing.
Vibration damper bolts — check & tighten
Intercooler & radiator — external clogging
Clean with air or water.
Leak check — intake, lubrication, fuel, coolant, washer
Hoses and clamps.
Engine mounting rubber pads — check / replace
ECU / ECM error check
Via diagnostic tool.
Air filter — primary element
Replace when the red band shows. Do NOT wash or clean. Secondary element every 3rd primary change.
Cylinder head valve clearance — check & adjust
Turbocharger shaft end-play & radial clearance
Drain water sediment from fuel filter / water separator
Fuel filter & O-ring — change, bleed fuel system
Fuel tank strainer — remove, clean, refit
Fuel tank mounting strap / bracket rubber
Dosing unit air-oil separator filter — change
Clutch pedal free-play — check / adjust
Clutch noise / vibration during engagement
Pressure plate, diaphragm, release fork & bearing
Inspect during clutch disc change.
Propeller shaft splines — wear / noise
Centre bearing rubber & U-joint kit — condition
Crown wheel thrust pad — check / adjust
Front hub cap — 3/4 fill with wheel bearing grease & refit
Air tanks — drain oil-condensate water
Service, exhaust & parking brake, dual brake valve, relay & solenoid valves
Check function.
Brake hoses, breather tube & air pipes — damage / leaks
Air dryer pressure differential
Check 0.6–1.3 bar.
Brake lining thickness
Inspect via the dust-shield window.
Brake drums / linings — replace when worn
To the indicator slot or 1 mm over rivet heads.
Tyre rotation
Single-steer axle configuration as fitted.
Wheel alignment
Check if abnormal wear is noted.
ABS pole wheel sensor air-gap — check / adjust
Front / rear spring bushes, anti-roll bar bush, cab spring-eye bushes
Check or replace.
Shock absorber rubber bushes
Steering wheel free-play, tie rod & drag link ball joints
Steering pipeline connections — leak check
Power steering hydraulic limiter valve setting / peak pressure
Switches, gauges, warning lamps, lights & buzzers — function
Battery mountings, posts & terminals
Clean and tighten, apply petroleum jelly.
Battery cell condition & electrolyte specific gravity
Top up with distilled water.
Fuse ratings — verify correct rating throughout
Body panels, paint & structure — rust / damage
AC condenser — clean with low-pressure water
Breather element — replace
Normal duty every 1,000 Hrs. Dusty site duty every 500 Hrs.
Return-line filter element — replace
Normal duty every 1,000 Hrs. Dusty site duty every 500 Hrs.
Bogie suspension bolster mounting nuts
Check at 500 Hrs, then every 1,500 Hrs.
Front / rear hub grease — change
Dismantle and clean bearings, adjust hub play.
Front / rear leaf springs — dismantle, clean, inspect
Graphite-grease on reassembly.
Bogie fasteners & U-bolt nut tightening
Cab tilt oil — replace
Tilt-cab variants.
DEF filter / damper of dosing unit — change
DEF tank filter — change
Clutch fluid — replace, bleed actuation system
Clutch master / slave cylinder & booster — overhaul
Rear axle oil — change
Drain hot.
Gear box oil — change
Drain hot, clean drain plug and breather.
Air compressor — decarbonise cylinder head
Check oil throw. Every 4,000 Hrs or 2 years, whichever is earlier.
Air dryer desiccant cartridge & filter — replace
Every 4,000 Hrs or 2 years.
Power steering oil — drain, replace filter cartridge, refill
Hydraulic oil & oil filter — full change
Every 4,000 Hrs or 2 years, whichever is earlier.
Cooling system — reverse flush
Check thermostat, refill 50:50 coolant / antifreeze.
RED = stop immediately. AMBER = act before continuing.
What is happening: Insufficient lubrication pressure or level.
Immediate action: Stop the engine immediately. Do NOT continue running. Check the level, top up and investigate leaks before restarting.
Risk if ignored: Running on low oil pressure destroys bearings and can seize the engine.
What is happening: Overheating risk — low coolant, a blocked radiator, or belt failure.
Immediate action: Stop safely, let the engine idle briefly, then switch off. Do not open a hot radiator cap. Check for leaks and belt condition before restarting.
What is happening: Insufficient air pressure for the braking system to function safely.
Immediate action: Do not move the vehicle. Wait for air pressure to build to the safe operating range shown on the gauge before departing.
What is happening: The load body is raised and only hydraulic pressure is holding it.
Immediate action: Never work under a raised body without the mechanical safety prop or stay rod engaged, regardless of hydraulic hold or engine-off state.
Risk if ignored: A hydraulic seal or valve failure with no mechanical prop in place will let the body fall without warning.
What is happening: Restricted intake airflow, usually from dust or soot buildup.
Immediate action: Replace the primary air filter element. Never wash or clean it — replace only. Replace the secondary element every 3rd primary change.
What is happening: Water has collected in the fuel-water separator.
Immediate action: Drain water sediment manually before continuing.
Risk if ignored: Running with contaminated fuel damages the common-rail injection system.
What is happening: SCR system diesel exhaust fluid is running low.
Immediate action: Top up with Tata Genuine DEF immediately.
Risk if ignored: On BS6 vehicles the ECU progressively derates power and can prevent restart if DEF empties completely. Do not ignore this warning.
What is happening: Hydraulic system fault — low oil, a clogged filter, a worn pump, or a control valve issue.
Immediate action: Do not force repeated attempts. Check hydraulic oil level and filter condition, and have the pump and valve inspected before further tipping.
What is happening: Wheel speed sensor or ABS system fault.
Immediate action: The vehicle is still driveable with reduced ABS function, but have the sensor and air-gap checked at the next workshop visit. Do not delay.
What is happening: An emissions or engine control system fault has been logged.
Immediate action: Get a diagnostic scan at an authorised workshop.
Risk if ignored: Continuing to run with an active fault can worsen DPF and SCR aftertreatment damage.
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