Tata Ace
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Book Tata AceUnder a ton, going out of Ambernath? A Chota Hathi usually does it
A tonne of packed goods from the Ambernath MIDC to a buyer in Pune does not need a 14FT truck. A Tata Ace, the vehicle most people call a Chota Hathi, carries up to 1,100 kg and costs a good deal less for the trip. TruckGuru books it with a driver for intercity runs above 100 km. Ring +91-7202045678 or book online and expect a callback within 30 minutes in working hours.
The booking desk sits in our Vadodara office. We do not have a counter in Ambernath, and we do not take local orders inside the Ambernath-Badlapur-Ulhasnagar triangle.
Size first, then route
Getting the vehicle size right saves more trouble than anything else on a small load. Weigh the consignment, or at least add up the invoice weights. If it is below 1,100 kg and the cartons stack inside a deck of about 7 by 4.5 feet, the Ace is fine. If you are at 1,300 kg, do not try to squeeze it in. Book a 14FT Eicher and check its dimensions on the truck type page.
Drivers refuse overloaded mini trucks at the gate now, and rightly so. A refusal on loading day costs you the whole day.
Cargo we move from Ambernath
The Additional Ambernath MIDC is chemical country: dyes, pigments, resins, specialty intermediates and pharma inputs, plus a ring of small engineering shops that supply them. Most outbound mini truck loads are drums and bags going to formulators or traders upcountry, or spare parts heading to a plant in Pune or Nashik for urgent maintenance. Paint and adhesive dealers in Ambernath town send stock in the same vehicle class.
Tell us the exact product. Some chemicals need specific labelling and documents, and we would rather sort that out on the phone than at the factory gate.
Where it goes and how long it takes
- Pune, about 140 km: same day possible with early loading, otherwise next day.
- Nashik, about 155 km: same day possible, else next day. The ghat section near Kasara is slow for a loaded Ace.
- Ahmednagar, about 220 km: 1 day.
- Satara, about 260 km: 1 day, via Pune and the Khambatki ghat.
- Surat, about 285 km: 1 day.
Ambernath to Pune and other Chota Hathi trip fares
We quote the whole trip with toll included. Rates are not fixed; the date, the cargo and vehicle availability around Ambernath all move the number. The ranges below are a guide, not a quote.
What a Tata Ace trip from Ambernath indicatively costs
| Route | Distance | Ace / Dost / Pickup (up to 1,100 kg) |
| Ambernath to Pune | about 140 km | Rs.3,600 - Rs.4,100 |
| Ambernath to Nashik | about 155 km | Rs.4,000 - Rs.4,500 |
| Ambernath to Ahmednagar | about 220 km | Rs.5,700 - Rs.6,400 |
| Ambernath to Satara | about 260 km | Rs.6,800 - Rs.7,500 |
| Ambernath to Surat | about 285 km | Rs.7,400 - Rs.8,300 |
Indicative fares, checked September 2026. Freight rates move with route, vehicle type, cargo, date and availability. Confirm the current rate at booking.
Documents and what the shipper arranges
For goods above Rs.50,000 in value, the consignor or consignee generates the e-way bill before the vehicle leaves. Chemicals should travel with the invoice and the safety data sheet. We give you a digital Lorry Receipt at loading, GPS tracking through the trip and a GST invoice once the goods are delivered. Loading and unloading labour, and transit insurance, are arranged by you.
Booking steps
Check the route on the freight calculator, pick the Ace and a date, and confirm. Our team calls back, assigns the vehicle and sends the driver's details. You can also do this from the TruckGuru app. The Chota Hathi on rent page explains the service for other towns, and Tata Ace for rent has the vehicle details.
Questions from Ambernath units
Number to call for a Chota Hathi in Ambernath?
+91-7202045678. Book online or on the app and we call you back within 30 minutes in working hours.
Is a Chota Hathi the same as a Tata Ace?
Yes. Chota Hathi is the popular name of the Tata Ace.
Can you take 1.4 ton in the Ace?
No. Its load capacity is up to 1,100 kg. For 1.4 ton, book a 14FT Eicher.
Do you carry hazardous chemicals?
Share the product name and class at booking. We confirm before assigning a vehicle and will say no if the vehicle or documents are not right for it.
Ambernath to Pune fare?
The Ace, about 140 km, is indicatively Rs.3,600 - Rs.4,100 for the trip, toll included (checked September 2026). Rates are not fixed; confirm the current rate at booking.
Will it reach Nashik the same day?
About 155 km, so yes if it loads early in the morning. An afternoon loading usually delivers next day.
Do you give loading staff?
No. Arrange loaders at your unit and unloaders at the destination.
Can I book a mini truck to Kalyan?
No, we only book intercity trips over 100 km.
Who makes the e-way bill?
The consignor or consignee, when the goods are above Rs.50,000.
Will I get a GST invoice?
Yes, after delivery. A digital Lorry Receipt is issued at loading.
What are the payment terms?
Payment is split into three parts: Booking Amount at booking confirmation, 90% at loading once the truck reaches the pickup location, and the remaining Balance at delivery before unloading begins. Accepted: NEFT, IMPS, UPI (PhonePe, GPay), and major debit and credit cards. No cash payments accepted.
