FORCE GURKHA Specification & features,colour and Variants
The Force Gurkha is a rugged 4×4 off-road SUV manufactured by Force Motors in India since 2008. It’s known for its boxy, military-style design, serious off-road capability and solid build, drawing visual inspiration from classic 4×4 icons.
- Manufacturer: Force Motors
- Production: 2008–present
- Assembly: Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh, India
- Layouts: Front-engine, 4WD/AWD
- Body Styles: 3-door to 5-door SUV variants
Engines & Powertrains
There have been a few different engines used over time
Standard (2.6L Diesel)
- Engine: 2.6 L CRCD diesel, turbocharged (Mercedes-derived)
- Displacement: 2596 cc, 4-cylinders
- Power: ~90-138 bhp depending on variant & tuning
- Torque: ~250-320 Nm
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain: Full-time 4×4 with low range, diff locks
Top Variant – Gurkha Xtreme
- Power: ~140 bhp and ~321 Nm torque
- Special: Dual-mass flywheel for reduced NVH
Dimensions & Capacity
- Length: ~4116 mm
- Width: ~1812 mm
- Height: ~2075 mm
- Wheelbase: ~2400 mm
- Ground Clearance: ~205-233 mm
- Fuel Tank: ~63 L
- Seating: 2–3 rows depending on body style
- Boot Space (approx.): ~500 L
Performance & Capability
- Water Wading: ~700 mm depth capability — great for monsoons & floods
- Approach & Departure Angles: Excellent for trail driving
- Low-Range Transfer Case: Standard 4×4 with low gear ratios
- Mechanical Diff Locks: Front + rear (in many variants)
On-Road & Mileage
- City/Combined: ~10-12 km/l in mixed driving conditions
- Highway Potential: Up to ~14 km/l
Suspension & Brakes
- Front Suspension: Independent double wishbone with coil springs
- Rear Suspension: Multi-link or live axle with pan-hard rod & coil
- Brakes: Front disc, rear drum
- Steering: Power-assisted hydraulic
Comfort & Tech (latest trims)
- Touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Power windows & central locking
- LED headlights & fog lamps
- Rear parking sensors / camera
- Air conditioning & USB charging points
- USB + FM + Bluetooth music
