🚛 Tata 709 LPT — Power Steering Overview
The Tata 709 LPT (L/L‑4018) is a light‑to‑medium duty commercial truck from Tata Motors, featuring a power‑assisted steering system to reduce driver effort and improve manoeuvrability.
🛠 Power Steering System (Hydraulic)
The truck comes equipped with hydraulic power steering, which uses a hydraulic pump, steering gear, and linkages to assist the driver in turning the wheels with less effort — especially important on heavy vehicles like the LPT 709 series.
Steering is typically tilt and telescopic adjustable, giving the driver better ergonomics and comfort while driving.
Power steering on commercial trucks like the 709 LPT typically includes components such as:
Power Steering Pump — pressurises hydraulic fluid for steering assistance.
Power Steering Bracket / Mounting Kit — secures the steering pump to the engine block/chassis.
Steering Gearbox (Hydraulic Assisted) — translates steering wheel input into wheel turn with assistance.
Hydraulic Hoses & Fittings — carry pressurised fluid between pump and steering gear.
This system makes steering lighter and more responsive compared to a manual steering setup — especially useful when the truck is loaded or in slow‑speed manoeuvres.