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Mahindra may make nice tractors, but as for their trucks...

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Teakettle

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I parked in a parking garage today and next to me was a Mahindra mini-pickup. It didn't have tags and was RHD so I assume it was being used for off-road grounds work. It was kind of cute but the battery was in an open tray just ahead of one of the rear wheels. I guess they don't use road salt in India, here in New England between salt and potholes a setup like that will soon end in tears.

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You also find out they can't be licensed for road use in many states. Some states do for low speed restricted use. They must do at least 40 mph to qualify.
 
We bought 1 to use at the dealership. It was a total waste of time. Ran about an hour on a charge, no traction in the winter time, no heater, no radio.
 
Fellas, these are third world vehicles. They're made for use out in the backhills of India, and not up to US standards even close. I'm kind of surprised they can even be let into the US at all.
 
Maybe it is used to run around inside the HUGE factories turning out products destined for the USA ?
 
Well, there definitely is a market for them- I've seen similar models from Toyota, Honda and several other manufacturers. Like the 9N being a step up from the horse, this little truck is a huge advancement from a mule and cart for some guys.

I looked into them for use in the vineyards, and they can be modified to work well there, but I was able to find a Gator that needed no modifications and is the preferred (for me) diesel engine.
 
I don't think they can be registered in any state.

They are for off road use only, don't meet federal emissions or safety requirements.

Imagine being in an accident in that thing!
 
Probably as good as any of the mini trucks,but don't see why anyone would buy one when a good used compact truck can be bought for less than half the price most times and do a lot more.
 
I have had this for +- 10 years. It is battery powered and will run a good 8 hrs on a charge. It is about as fast as a golf cart and handier than pockets on a shirt. If it ever quits, I would mind something like that truck.
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Yes, some models can be registered in some states. See a few on the road here in Oklahoma. The models I see registered are Japanese right-hand drive models. Almost all are powered by a 660cc motor regardless of the brand and most are 4x4 and all are used vehicles. Something about the laws regarding import...used is OK but new is not. Was a fad I think. Seeing fewer and fewer.
 
(quoted from post at 09:45:20 09/21/18) I don't think they can be registered in any state.

They are for off road use only, don't meet federal emissions or safety requirements.

Imagine being in an accident in that thing!
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No difference between that and a Gator type UTV at highway speeds in an accident. Or the electric buggies a few people have around here. None of them are good in an accident with a car or truck, much less a tractor trailer, at highway speeds.

They make those little trucks in 4wd. I'd love to find one I could afford.
 
(quoted from post at 17:57:20 09/20/18) I parked in a parking garage today and next to me was a Mahindra mini-pickup. It didn't have tags and was RHD so I assume it was being used for off-road grounds work. It was kind of cute but the battery was in an open tray just ahead of one of the rear wheels. I guess they don't use road salt in India, here in New England between salt and potholes a setup like that will soon end in tears.

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My Kubota RTV 900 has that same battery setup and has had no issues. 2006 model
 
(quoted from post at 11:45:33 09/21/18) Yes, some models can be registered in some states. See a few on the road here in Oklahoma. The models I see registered are Japanese right-hand drive models. Almost all are powered by a 660cc motor regardless of the brand and most are 4x4 and all are used vehicles. Something about the laws regarding import...used is OK but new is not. Was a fad I think. Seeing fewer and fewer.
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U.S. federal law:
If the vehicle is at least 21 years old, there are no EPA compliance requirements upon importation.
A motor vehicle that is at least 25 years old can be lawfully imported into the U.S. without regard to whether it complies with all applicable DOT Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
 
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