BharatBenz 5528T vs Ashok Leyland 5525 Tractor-Trailers | Detailed Comparison 2025

BharatBenz 5528T is powered by 6-cylinder engine that produces 281 hp and 1100 Nm of torque. Ashok Leyland 5525 is powered by A-series/H-series engine that produces 250 hp and 900 Nm of torque.

Both trucks are designed for a gross combined weight of 55,000 kg. BharatBenz 5528T has a gradeability of 22-23%. Ashok Leyland 5525 offers a similar GCW and a gradeability of 21-22% in its class.

The BharatBenz 5528T has a wheelbase of 3600 mm and 3975 mm (depending on 4x2 or 6x4). The wheelbase of the Ashok Leyland 5525 is slightly longer at 3900 mm.

BharatBenz 5528T has fuel tank of 455/430 litres and 60/51 litres of AdBlue. Ashok Leyland 5525 has fuel capacity of up to 375 litres with 48 litres of DEF/AdBlue, depending on the variant.

BharatBenz uses radial tyres - 295/90R20, tubeless tyres - 295/80R22.5. The Ashok Leyland 5525 also uses robust tyre size 295/90R20, robust axles and a high-strength steel chassis.

BharatBenz 5528T features 9-speed synchromesh gearbox and a 430mm single dry-plate hydraulic clutch. Ashok Leyland 5525 also uses 9-speed synchromesh gearbox with a 395mm single dry-plate clutch.