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Chota Hathi on Rent 

Service: Full Truckload (FTL) intercity only  |  Load capacity: Up to 1.5 tonnes  |  Coverage: 110+ cities across India

 

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The Chota Hathi -- also known as the Bada Dost -- fills the gap between the Tata Ace (750 kg) and a 14ft truck (3.5 tonnes). With a load capacity of up to 1.5 tonnes, it handles loads that are too heavy for a Tata Ace but do not justify the cost of a larger truck. It is widely used for FMCG distribution, packed goods, e-commerce consignments, and medium commercial freight across intercity routes.

 

TruckGuru operates verified Chota Hathi bookings on FTL intercity routes across India. All bookings are full truckload -- the vehicle is exclusively yours from pickup to delivery. To check rates before booking, use the freight calculator or call +91-7202045678.

 

Chota Hathi -- Key Specifications

Specification

Details

Vehicle name

Chota Hathi / Bada Dost

Load capacity

Up to 1.5 tonnes

Cargo area

Enclosed body, weather protected

Best for

FMCG, packed goods, electronics, office supplies, e-commerce

Route suitability

Short to medium intercity routes (under 600 km)

Booking type

Full Truckload (FTL) only

 

How Chota Hathi Compares to Other Truck Sizes

Truck Type

Load Capacity

When to Book

Tata Ace

Up to 750 kg

Load is under 750 kg -- small commercial or retail consignment

Chota Hathi / Bada Dost

Up to 1.5 tonnes

Load is between 750 kg and 1.5 tonnes -- mid-size commercial freight

14ft truck

Up to 3.5 tonnes

Load exceeds 1.5 tonnes -- medium commercial or industrial freight

20ft truck

Up to 7 tonnes

Large bulk loads, machinery, or high-volume FMCG

 

For a full capacity comparison of all truck types, see the truck size guide.

 

All bookings are full truckload (FTL) only. We do not offer part load, parcel, or local within-city transport.

 

What Goods Are Transported in a Chota Hathi

The Chota Hathi is the preferred truck for businesses that run regular medium-volume intercity consignments. Common cargo types include:

 

  • FMCG and packaged consumer goods -- medium-volume distribution runs from regional factories to stockists and retail outlets
  • E-commerce consignments -- bulk packs of online orders moving from fulfilment centres to delivery hubs in other cities
  • Office supplies and commercial goods -- stationery, electronics accessories, and commercial equipment for B2B buyers
  • Pharmaceutical products -- packed formulations and medical supplies in enclosed weather-protected cargo area
  • Garments and textile samples -- medium loads of apparel moving between manufacturing and distribution centres
  • Food and beverage products -- packaged dry goods, beverages, and processed food in sealed loads

 

We carry commercial and industrial goods only. We do not transport vehicles, bikes, cars, or any automobiles.

 

Chota Hathi Freight Rates

Route Distance

Estimated Rate

Under 200 km

Rs. 3,000 - Rs. 5,000

200 to 500 km

Rs. 5,000 - Rs. 9,000

500 to 800 km

Rs. 9,000 - Rs. 14,000

800 km+

Rs. 14,000 - Rs. 22,000

 

Rates vary by route, load weight, and truck availability on the booking date. Toll charges are paid separately by the shipper. For an exact quote, use the freight calculator or call +91-7202045678.

 

How to Book a Chota Hathi

  1. Visit truck booking online and enter your pickup city and destination
  2. Select Chota Hathi / Bada Dost as your truck type
  3. Confirm booking and receive driver name, vehicle number, and contact instantly
  4. Track your shipment live through the TruckGuru app on Android or iOS throughout transit

 

Cities Where Chota Hathi is Available

City

Pickup Zones

Mumbai

Bhiwandi, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Andheri, Turbhe

Delhi

Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Okhla

Bangalore

Electronic City, Whitefield, Peenya, Bommasandra

Hyderabad

HITEC City, Kompally, Patancheru, Secunderabad

Ahmedabad

GIDC Odhav, Naroda, Vatva, Changodar

Pune

Pimpri-Chinchwad, Bhosari, Chakan, Hadapsar

Chennai

Ambattur, Sriperumbudur, Guindy, Manali

Surat

Sachin GIDC, Pandesara, Katargam, Kim

 

Chota Hathi is available for booking across 110+ cities in India. Call +91-7202045678 to confirm availability in your city.

 

Why Businesses Use TruckGuru for Chota Hathi Bookings

Verified trucks and drivers -- every Chota Hathi listed on TruckGuru goes through document and vehicle registration verification before listing. Drivers are checked before their first booking.

 

Right-sized vehicle for mid-range loads -- the Chota Hathi costs less than a 14ft truck for loads between 750 kg and 1.5 tonnes. Booking the right size saves money on every trip.

 

Live GPS tracking -- track your Chota Hathi in real time through the TruckGuru app once dispatched. Useful for coordinating delivery windows with your receiver.

 

Transparent pricing -- the rate quoted at booking is what you pay. Toll charges are separate and communicated before confirmation.

 

110+ city coverage -- Chota Hathi available for pickup from all major industrial and commercial zones across India.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

What is the load capacity of a Chota Hathi?

The Chota Hathi (Bada Dost) carries up to 1.5 tonnes of payload. It is suitable for FMCG distribution, e-commerce consignments, pharmaceutical products, and medium commercial freight on intercity routes.

What is the difference between Chota Hathi and Tata Ace?

The Tata Ace carries up to 750 kg. The Chota Hathi (Bada Dost) carries up to 1.5 tonnes -- double the capacity. If your load is between 750 kg and 1.5 tonnes, the Chota Hathi is the right fit and more cost-efficient than booking a larger 14ft truck.

What is the Chota Hathi rent per km in India?

TruckGuru prices Chota Hathi bookings per trip, not per km. Rates start from Rs. 3,000 for short routes under 200 km and go up to Rs. 22,000 for routes over 800 km. Use the freight calculator for a specific quote on your route.

Is Chota Hathi available for intercity bookings?

Yes. TruckGuru offers Chota Hathi bookings for full truckload (FTL) intercity routes across India. All bookings are exclusive -- the vehicle is yours from pickup to delivery. We do not offer part load or shared bookings.

Can I book a Chota Hathi for same-day dispatch?

Same-day dispatch depends on truck availability in your pickup zone. Chota Hathi is available across 110+ cities. Booking before noon gives the best chance of same-day loading. Call +91-7202045678 to confirm availability before booking.

What documents do I need to book a Chota Hathi?

You need an invoice or delivery challan for your consignment. If your goods require an e-way bill under GST rules, that needs to be generated before loading. The truck owner handles vehicle permits, insurance, and interstate documentation.

Can I track my Chota Hathi shipment during transit?

Yes. Live GPS tracking is available through the TruckGuru app on Android or iOS once your truck is dispatched. You also receive the driver's direct number to coordinate delivery timing.

Are toll charges included in the Chota Hathi hire rate?

No. Toll charges are paid separately by the shipper during transit. The base freight rate covers the truck, driver, and fuel only. Our team can give you a toll estimate for your route when you call +91-7202045678

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Per-km rates shown upfront. Not sure which size fits? Share the weight and our team will recommend one.

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Up to 1.5 ton · Small B2B consignments, last-leg intercity loads

Rs.26-29/km

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Ashok Leyland Bada Dost

Up to 1.5 ton · FMCG, retail cartons, light industrial goods

Rs.26-29/km

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Eicher 14 FT

3.5 ton · Mid-size dispatches, textiles, packaged goods

Rs.31-35/km

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Eicher 17 FT

5 ton · Engineering goods, distributor stock movement

Rs.34-37/km

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20 FT Container

6.5 ton · Closed-body bulk freight, weather-sensitive cargo

Rs.41-45/km

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7 to 18 ton variants · Full corridor loads, plant-to-warehouse

Rs.55-91/km

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Every truck on the platform carries GPS. Watch your consignment move on the map and share the link with your consignee.

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Rates from Rs.26 to Rs.91 per km depending on truck size. The fare you confirm at booking is the fare you pay.

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Bookings are fulfilled by a verified network of 10,000+ trucks covering 500+ locations across India.

Digital LR, Invoice and POD

Lorry receipt, GST invoice, and proof of delivery are generated digitally on every shipment. No paper chase.

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Trucks are confirmed within the same day in most cases, and you can lock a dispatch date in advance for peak season.

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Frequently Asked Questions

TruckGuru is a B2B full truckload (FTL) intercity truck booking platform headquartered in Vadodara, Gujarat. Businesses can book trucks from Tata Ace (750 kg to 1,100 kg) to 32FT containers across 110+ cities in India at rates starting from Rs.26/km. The platform shows confirmed pricing before booking, provides live GPS tracking on every shipment, and generates digital LR, invoice, and POD automatically.

You get market-rate pricing on every booking, not inflated broker quotes that change at the loading dock. Trucks are confirmed within the same day in most cases, backed by a verified transporter network covering 110+ cities across India. Live GPS tracking, digital LR and POD, and a support team available round the clock mean you spend less time chasing updates and paperwork.

It takes about two minutes:

  1. Open the TruckGuru app (Play Store or App Store) or visit truckguru.co.in.
  2. Register or log in to your account.
  3. Enter pickup city, delivery city, and the type of goods you are shipping.
  4. Pick the truck size that fits your load: Tata Ace for smaller consignments, Eicher 14FT/17FT for mid-size, or a 32FT container for bulk.
  5. Review the fare shown on screen. No hidden charges get added later.
  6. Confirm the booking. You can track the truck live from that point until delivery.

If you get stuck at any step, call us at +91-7202045678 and we will complete the booking for you.

Enter your pickup city, delivery city, and approximate load weight on our freight calculator. You will see a rate range instantly, Once you confirm the booking, we share the final rate before any truck is dispatched.

We cover the full range of FTL intercity loads:

  • Tata Ace / Bada Dost / Mahindra Pickup, up to 1.5 ton, Rs.26-29/km
  • Eicher 14FT, 3.5 ton capacity, Rs.31-35/km
  • Eicher 17FT, 5 ton capacity, Rs.34-37/km
  • Eicher 19FT, 7 ton capacity, Rs.37-41/km
  • 20FT Container, 6.5 ton, Rs.41-45/km
  • 32FT Container, 7 ton to 18 ton variants, Rs.55-91/km depending on load capacity

Not sure which one fits? Tell us the weight and type of goods, our team will recommend the right truck.

FTL means the entire truck carries only your goods. It picks up from your location and goes directly to the destination, no stops to consolidate other shipments, no detours. This is the right choice when you have enough volume to fill, or mostly fill, a truck, or when transit time matters.

Yes. Every truck on our platform carries GPS. Once your shipment moves, you can see its exact location from the app, no need to call the driver every few hours. You can also share the tracking link with your buyer or warehouse team so they know when to expect the delivery and can plan unloading accordingly.

Yes. Select your dispatch date when placing the booking and we will arrange the truck for that day. Advance booking helps during peak seasons, October through December, when festival demand and year-end dispatches tighten truck availability.

Yes. If you need to collect goods from more than one location or deliver to multiple destinations in a single trip, mention the stops when placing your booking. Our team will plan the route and confirm the fare covering all points before dispatch.

You can cancel before vehicle and driver details are shared, no charge applies. Once we assign a truck and share the details, the booking amount is non-refundable because the driver has already committed time and fuel.

Our truck fare covers transportation only. Loading, unloading, and packing are arranged separately at your end. If you need help finding labour at a specific location, reach out to our team, we can usually connect you with someone in the area who handles it regularly.

Payment is split into three parts: Booking Amount at booking confirmation, 90% at loading once the truck reaches your pickup location, and the remaining Balance at delivery before unloading begins. We accept NEFT, IMPS, UPI (PhonePe, GPay), and major debit and credit cards. No cash payments are accepted.

Yes. Toll charges are included in the quoted freight rate on all intercity routes. You will not receive a separate toll bill after delivery. The rate confirmed at booking covers the full point-to-point movement.

We transport commercial and industrial goods including machinery, raw materials, FMCG products, textiles, auto parts, building materials, electronics, and agricultural produce. We do not transport household belongings for relocation, hazardous materials requiring special permits, or any restricted goods under Indian transport regulations.

A GST-compliant invoice is generated and sent to your registered email once the consignment is delivered. The Lorry Receipt (LR) is shared at the time of dispatch. Proof of Delivery (POD) is sent digitally after unloading is complete. If your accounts team needs a specific format or a consolidated monthly statement for multiple shipments, write to cs@truckguru.co.in.

The first 2 hours after the truck arrives at your location are free. After that, waiting charges range from Rs.1,000 to Rs.5,000 per day depending on the vehicle type. Keep your goods and paperwork, including GST invoice, e-Way Bill, and packing list, ready before the truck arrives to avoid delays.

GST on goods transport applies under the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) at 5%. This means the shipper is responsible for filing and paying the GST on the transport service, not TruckGuru. Our invoices are GST-compliant and include all the details your accounts team needs for filing.

The consignor or consignee must generate Part A and Part B of the e-Way Bill before goods move. This is mandatory under GST rules for consignments valued above Rs.50,000. TruckGuru does not generate the e-Way Bill on your behalf, but our team can guide you through the process if needed.

Report any damage at the time of delivery to our team at +91-7202045678 with photographs taken before unloading. We investigate each claim on a case-by-case basis. We strongly recommend that shippers arrange their own transit insurance for high-value consignments, as TruckGuru's liability is limited to the terms agreed at the time of booking.

No. TruckGuru provides full truckload (FTL) intercity goods transport only. We do not handle parcels, courier shipments, bike transport, car transport, household shifting, or within-city local deliveries. If you need these services, we recommend contacting a specialist provider in your city.

Call +91-7202045678 or email cs@truckguru.co.in. Our customer support team is available Monday to Saturday, 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM, and Sunday 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM. For booking queries, you can also use the website or the TruckGuru app on the Play Store. TruckGuru does not share your contact details with any outside agencies.

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Tips for Booking a Truck

Start with the weight and dimensions of your goods, not the truck size. A 2-ton textile shipment from Surat to Mumbai fits comfortably in an Eicher 14FT (3.5T capacity, Rs.31-35/km). Picking the wrong truck size is the most common reason shippers overpay on freight.

Get your rate confirmed before the truck is dispatched. On TruckGuru, the price you see at booking is the price you pay. The split is simple: Booking Amount at booking confirmation, 90% at loading, Balance due before unloading. If a platform or broker revises the rate at the loading dock, that is a red flag.

Check whether the transporter provides live GPS tracking and digital documentation including LR, invoice, and POD. Chasing a driver by phone for location updates wastes hours every trip. On busy corridors like Ahmedabad-Mumbai or Delhi-Jaipur, a single delayed update can throw off your warehouse unloading schedule.

Book 2-3 days ahead when possible. Same-day availability is common on most routes, but during October-December peak season, trucks on high-demand corridors fill up fast. Advance booking also gives you better vehicle options for goods that need closed-body or containerised transport.

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