Tata Ace
Live rate at booking
Book Tata AcePlan for the gate, not just the road
A lot of small loads in Tambaram start inside the MEPZ special economic zone, and anyone who has shipped from an SEZ knows the drive is the easy part. Outward goods need the unit's documents cleared at the zone before the vehicle can leave, and a mini truck (Chota Hathi) that arrives at 10 AM for goods cleared at 3 PM has lost the day. So the first thing we ask Tambaram customers is simple: when will the paperwork be done?
Once that is fixed, booking a mini truck on rent in Tambaram through TruckGuru is straightforward. A Tata Ace (also called Chota Hathi) with driver comes to your gate, carries only your consignment, and drives direct to a receiver at least 100 km away. City deliveries are not offered.
What small loads look like here
Tambaram is where Chennai's southern industry meets its southern suburbs. From the SEZ side, it is electronics sub-assemblies, garments and engineering parts. From GST Road and the older Tambaram market, it is trade stock: consumer durables, building hardware, packed food and pharma cartons for dealers further south.
- Electronic components and assemblies in anti-static cartons
- Garment export samples and small production lots
- Pharma and FMCG cartons for distributors in Villupuram and Cuddalore
- Tiles, sanitary items and fittings for dealer counters
A Tata Ace takes up to 1,100 kg; the closed-body Ace is the one for electronics and garments, and the Bada Dost goes to 1.5 ton. For more than that, see the truck size guide and step up to a 14FT Eicher (3.5 ton).
Distances from Tambaram
| Destination | Road distance | Ace road time |
| Villupuram | about 125 km | Same-day delivery possible if the truck loads early; otherwise next day |
| Puducherry | about 135 km | Same-day delivery possible if the truck loads early; otherwise next day (via ECR or GST Road) |
| Vellore | about 140 km | Same-day delivery possible if the truck loads early; otherwise next day |
| Cuddalore | about 160 km | Same-day delivery possible if the truck loads early; otherwise next day |
| Trichy | about 300 km | 1 day |
| Bangalore | about 330 km | 1 day |
GST Road south of Tambaram runs slow near Perungalathur and Vandalur in the morning peak. For Villupuram or Trichy, a start after 11 AM or before 7 AM saves real time. Bangalore trips go out by the bypass and Sriperumbudur, and are better loaded in the evening for a morning delivery.
Chota Hathi (Mini Truck) rates in Tambaram
Truck freight rates are not fixed. What a load costs depends on the route, vehicle type, load capacity needed, cargo, pickup date and how many trucks are running that lane that week. Short Puducherry and Villupuram trips usually find a vehicle quickly; Trichy and beyond can need a day's notice, more around Deepavali.
TruckGuru pricing is quoted per trip at the time of booking, with toll included.
Current freight rates depend on route, vehicle type, cargo and availability. Check the live rate when booking.
Booking from Tambaram
Book on the website or the TruckGuru app. We call back within 30 minutes during working hours (Mon-Sat 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM, Sun 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM). Give us the pickup time based on when your goods will actually be released. You arrange loading and unloading labour, and transit insurance if needed. For taxable goods above 50,000 rupees, the consignor or consignee generates the e-way bill. The driver gets a digital Lorry Receipt at loading, the vehicle is GPS tracked to delivery, and the GST invoice follows. Bigger vehicles for the same area are on hire truck in Chennai and Tata Ace for rent.
Questions we get from Tambaram
Goods ready in MEPZ after 2 PM. When should the Ace come?
Book it for 2 PM or shortly after, not the morning. A vehicle waiting outside the zone for hours does not help anyone, and the driver may need to leave for another trip.
Can you take 700 kg to Puducherry today?
Often yes, since it is a short lane with plenty of vehicles. Book early in working hours and we confirm on the callback. The trip is about 135 km, so same-day delivery possible if the truck loads early; otherwise next day.
Do you do Tambaram to Sholinganallur?
No. We only book intercity trips over 100 km.
Is the Chota Hathi (mini truck) covered?
Both open and closed-body Aces are available. For electronics and garments, ask for the closed body.
Will the vehicle carry anyone else's goods?
No. One vehicle per consignment, with only your goods on it.
Who loads?
You arrange loading and unloading labour. The driver secures the load with ropes and cover.
Do I need an e-way bill for Puducherry?
Puducherry is a separate Union Territory, so treat it as interstate. For goods over 50,000 rupees, the consignor or consignee generates the e-way bill.
Is insurance part of the booking?
No. Transit insurance is arranged by the customer.
Can I send my home items to Trichy?
Our trucks mostly carry business loads. For a one-off household move to another city, we can supply the truck and driver. Packing, loading and unloading are arranged by you.
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.
How do I track it?
The Ace is GPS tracked from dispatch to delivery. Check it on the app or call our team.
