Tata Motors Launches All New 1.2 Liter Revotron Petrol Engine

[KALINGA]

Indian car and utility vehicle giant Tata Motors has just unveiled India’s first ever indigenous-ly developed turbo petrol engine in the form of the 1.2 liter Revotron unit. The engine will power upcoming cars such as the Falcon 4 (revamped Vista) hatchback and the Falcon 5 (Manza based) compact sedan. The new petrol engine family from Tata Motors will use the Revotron moniker.

The BS4 certified Revotron 1.2 liter turbo petrol engine comes with the following features:

• 1,193 cc with a 75 mm bore and 69.5 mm stroke (same as the 1.2 liter XETA petrol engine)
• SOHC head with 2 valves/cylinder
• 9.3:1 compression ratio
• BS-IV and OBD-II compliant
• Water cooled turbo charger, a feature similar to the one on the Fiat Linea T-Jet
• Stiffened cast iron block (indicating the engine’s 1.2 liter XETA petrol motor connections)
• Asymmetric pistons and PVD coated piston rings to reduce friction
• 8 hole injectors
• CNG compatibility
• Driver select-able Economy and Sport modes

The 1.2 liter Revotron turbo petrol engine from Tata Motors outputs 83.84 Bhp of peak power at 5,000 rpm and 140 Nm of peak torque available between 1,750 and 3,500 rpm. The turbo petrol engine is Tata Motors’ response to the changing landscape of the Indian car market, where petrol engines could be back in favour considering the Indian government’s proposed move of completely deregulating diesel prices.

With diesel prices inching northwards and the differential price between diesel and petrol becoming minimal, car buyers are expected to migrate back to petrol powered cars. Tata Motors plans to address this migration with the Revotron line of new-generation petrol engines, whose focus is on low noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) levels and also high fuel efficiency.

Source : http://www.cartoq.com/tata-motors-unveils-1-2-liter-revotron-turbo-petrol-engine-in-india/

 

[jagrover]

Re: Tata Motors introduces 1.2 Liter Revotron engine (water-cooled turbocharger )

The name reads good. "REVETRON".
Hope the engine be good as well. :)

 

[DJ bro]

Re: Tata Motors introduces 1.2 Liter Revotron engine (water-cooled turbocharger )

Only 84bhp? Seems to less for a Turbo petrol though! I was expecting 100bhp at least!
Hope the performance is good enough!
Driver selectable modes? seems to be fantastic!
By the way, the name is awesome; "REVOTRON" sounds like a Transformer robot waiting to race wildly!

 

[gaddambhargavareddy]

Re: Tata Motors introduces 1.2 Liter Revotron engine (water-cooled turbocharger )

each and every one disappointing about REVOTRON engine output power but please every one keep if things in mind its a low cost,low maintanance block.

its features SOHC,2valve per Cylinder, without VTT

 

[swiftshashi]

Re: Tata Motors introduces 1.2 Liter Revotron engine (water-cooled turbocharger )

Not at all satisfied with the specs. It sounds more like Old tech in new engine block.
SOHC head with 2 valves/cylinder?? That's an age old technology !!! Thumbs down from my side.
Generating 85 PS from 1.2 Turbo charged petrol motor is nothing. The N/A 1.2 K-Series produces 87Ps. Why does TATA stick to the same engine block always?? I think the cast iron block will add in to the weight of the engine,thus reducing efficiency.
I hope all this doesn't end with this-Complex engine + TATA's R&D+ TATA's QC + T.A.S.S = a disaster waiting to happen

 

[gaddambhargavareddy]

Re: Tata Motors introduces 1.2 Liter Revotron engine (water-cooled turbocharger )

Not at all satisfied with the specs. It sounds more like Old tech in new engine block.
SOHC head with 2 valves/cylinder?? That's an age old technology !!! Thumbs down from my side.
Generating 85 PS from 1.2 Turbo charged petrol motor is nothing. The N/A 1.2 K-Series produces 87Ps. Why does TATA stick to the same engine block always?? I think the cast iron block will add in to the weight of the engine,thus reducing efficiency.
I hope all this doesn't end with this-Complex engine + TATA's R&D+ TATA's QC + T.A.S.S = a disaster waiting to happen

its not a disaster move i think TATA is targing to use this engine only in entry level cars with more power(140MN torque No other car have this range torque in its segment Except POLO TSI) and fuel efficient and why they are using old tech in new engine to reduce cost of manufacturing building a all new engine block means its drains more money so thats the main reason they investing money in improving refinement of their old engine blocks by adding few new features like Electronic Turbocharger with water cooled,Advanced C-Converter and aluminium head.

 

[gaddambhargavareddy]

Re: Tata Motors introduces 1.2 Liter Revotron engine (water-cooled turbocharger )

Can anyone explain what exactly means Electronic Turbocharger is it really a hybrid version of turbo charger

 

[TAUREAN CZAR]

Re: Tata Motors introduces 1.2 Liter Revotron engine (water-cooled turbocharger )

Not at all satisfied with the specs. It sounds more like Old tech in new engine block.
SOHC head with 2 valves/cylinder?? That's an age old technology !!! Thumbs down from my side.
Generating 85 PS from 1.2 Turbo charged petrol motor is nothing. The N/A 1.2 K-Series produces 87Ps. Why does TATA stick to the same engine block always?? I think the cast iron block will add in to the weight of the engine,thus reducing efficiency.
I hope all this doesn't end with this-Complex engine + TATA's R&D+ TATA's QC + T.A.S.S = a disaster waiting to happen

No company thinks do deliver lower specs just for the heck of it. TATA Motors engineers are much more matured with all the bashing they have received. 85PS is no small derivative for our "kitna deta hai" country, who are more interested in mileage. Just making an engine with marvelous specs is not the only demand but integrating it into the existing cars and future models they have in mind and using the shortest period to churn out models for the medium term range vision is must for the company to catch up faster with the Indian car market.

Remember, TATA Motors has introduced a 1405cc 16-Valve Twin camm engine (four valves per cylinder - DOHC) in the Indigo XL which churned out 100 BHP. That was not only impressive on paper but quite good for the car it pulled. But due to the age old and out dated model it didn't do well. Also TATA's first shot at powerful engine went futile due to niggles. But with this refinement, if I am to believe, TATA can improvise this engine block and can bring out a good and competitive engine developing up to 110-140 bhp with Turbo charger support and can be a good mode to enter the international market as the world over is also slowly shifting to lower CC engines, which TML has finally begun to master.

Secondly , convert this engine into Four valves per cylinder - Double Over Head unit and - boom - it should churn out atleast 100-110 bhp easily.

We should lookout in this Autoexpo about a new engine to be launched in the NANO PLUS- the 3-cyl 1050cc engine.

 

[Sandykudva]

Tata launches the all new Series of engines-REVOTRON

Tata Motors launched the all new series of Engine known as the REVOTRON Series. The REVOTRON Series of engine is the whole new series of the next generation Petrol Engines. Tata revealed the First engine of the REVOTRON family a 1.2 Liter Turbo Charged Intercooled Multi Point Fuel Injected ( MPFi) Petrol Engine.

The Specifications & Features of the engine as follows
- 85 PS @ 5000 RPM
- 140 NM @ 1750-3500 RPM
- Made of Stiffened Cast Iron Crankcase, Silent Steel Construction Oil Sump.
- Advanced Engine Management System ( EMS) Providing Precise Control for Vehicle Performance & Emissions
- Capable of handling Multi-Fuels Options
- Multi-Drive Mode for best of both Economy & Sportier Driving
- NVH levels maintained superiorly
- Low cost of ownership
- Class leading torque to ensure great city drivability & Highway Cruising

The REVOTRON Series has been designed based on extensive feedback from car owners, car enthusiasts and expert drivers from across the globe; observing their driving habits followed by extensive testing in grueling climatic conditions in India as well as in countries like the UK and Korea.

The REVOTRON Series has been developed by Tata Motors with inputs from renowned global players in the area of combustion, boosting, friction and calibration, to deliver class-leading performance. Tata Motors also worked closely with global engine consultant AVL (Austria) and key technology partners like Bosch, Honeywell, Mahle and INA to bring in the latest technology for the new engine series. REVOTRON 1.2T has been tested for global standards along with a testing car by TEnergy of Korea to ensure that the engine performance is best-in-class.

The engine has been manufactured to be light on weight and low on friction, delivering high performance and fuel economy. The REVOTRON series will include 3-and 4-cylinder petrol engines to offer superior performance as well as high fuel efficiency to the customers.

Mr.RanjitYadav, President, Passenger Vehicle Business Unit said,
“With the launch of REVOTRON 1.2T, Tata Motors passenger vehicles business is making a strategic shift towards a more complete portfolio. The name itself, an amalgamation of Revolution and the French word “tronel”, meaning ‘balance”, conveys the essence of this engine brand that uses key technological advances to revolutionize and balance great driving manoeuvrability, without compromising on power or fuel efficiency.We are enhancing our portfolio with the next generation petrol engines–REVOTRON series”.

Press Release
The REVOTRON 1.2T has been engineered to deliver optimum balance of power, performance and fuel economy. Developed using a range of eco-friendly and future-oriented technologies,the next-generation petrol engine incorporates latest know-how like multi-drive modes,allowing the best of economy and driving pleasure. The Advance Engine Management Systems (AMS) provides a digitally precise control for vehicle performance and emissions and offers the design of reciprocating components to ensure the best out of every drop of fuel.

With enhanced customer benefits for the best driving experience, the REVOTRON series is therefore positioned to be a revolution in Performance, Refinement and Economy, the three pillars of the REVOTRON series.

Revolution in Performance- The engine is equipped with a HighBoost Turbo-Charger delivering 85PS @ 5000 RPM & 140 Nm @ 1750-3500 RPM. The modern water-cooled turbo-charger, with its low inertia wheel, provides a faster response for a flat, seamless segment-highest torque density, which is kicked in at the lowest RPM and delivered over a wide range of revolutions, feeding the vehicle with raw power continuously.It’s multi-drivemode,coupled with a superior throttle response, advanced catalytic converter with reduced Toxic Emissions and Smart ECU (Electronic Control Unit) with various innovative strategies, ensure a superlative performance on Indian roads.

Revolution in Refinement-The engine is light-weight and powerful, with a stiffened crankcase that minimizes Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH)for a refined output. The engine is refined with tuned intake and exhaust system for improved combustion noise that is further reduced with silent-steel oil pan and lower auxiliary system noise. Enhanced with Smart ECU for precise control, the engine is powered by wire technology for a smooth and responsive drive experience.

Revolution in Economy-The engine comes with another segment-first - a selectable multi-drive mode and uses low viscosity, fuel efficient engine oil. An optimised water-jacket and head gasket, using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) technology,ensures efficient combustion and reduces thermal inertia. In addition, the engine has been incorporated with an 8-hole fuel injector for superior efficiency and assisted by innovative calibration strategies.

 

[Sandykudva]

Re: Tata launches the all new Series of engines-REVOTRON

Pictures Of the Launch

 

[Sandykudva]

Re: Tata launches the all new Series of engines-REVOTRON

Originally Posted by TAUREAN CZAR
There are a few questions, the person who is attending this event, needs to ask the TML Engine development Management team on behalf of TAI members.

1. What happened to the 3 cyl 1050cc engine shown at the 2012 Auto expo

2. What happened to the 3000cc 200 BHP engine coupled to a 6 speed gear box displayed at the 2012 Indonesian auto show (truck & Bus show)

3. Any plans of manual 6 speed gear box for the Falcon/Vista/Manza and the 2.2L DiCOR safari

4. Is there any 800cc pertol engine in the pipeline.

5. This is the major question I need to know - Why is TATA not introducing the All Aluminium engine which Maruti adopted more than 10 years back and still continuing the heavy iron cast block to make the petrol engines.

We did ask the questions on your behalf to the Tata Motors Engine Development team but they were very tight lipped on the matters and answered the questions as follows.

About the engines they are not disclosing any details of the other engines that are in line up. They are just answering about the one that they have just launched 1.2 Liter turbocharged engine. But they do have a couple of engines in the line up 3 & 4 Cylinders for which we will have to wait till they are launched.

About the 6 speed gear box they have not clearly confirmed but yes they are working on the new gearbox technology, as of for the 1.2 liter Turbocharged petrol engine is mated to the present setup of gearbox.

About Tata not Introducing the Aluminium Engines was answered by saying that work is currently going on in the R&D department and much cannot be disclosed at the moment.

 

[Superbad]

Re: Tata Motors introduces 1.2 Liter Revotron engine (water-cooled turbocharger )

Secondly , convert this engine into Four valves per cylinder - Double Over Head unit and - boom - it should churn out atleast 100-110 bhp easily.

why wait to convert rather than bring in the converted?

waiting for another failure?

 

[Iron Rock]

Re: Tata Motors introduces 1.2 Liter Revotron engine (water-cooled turbocharger )

Official launch coverage by SandyKudva now LIVE :- Thank you sir for the great coverage !

 

[TAUREAN CZAR]

Re: Tata Motors introduces 1.2 Liter Revotron engine (water-cooled turbocharger )

why wait to convert rather than bring in the converted?

waiting for another failure?

They need cars in the segment of Honda City or VW Vento to bring out these high powered engines which TATA doesn't have. The current engine is enough to run the Falcons to the max.

 

[gaddambhargavareddy]

Re: Tata Motors introduces 1.2 Liter Revotron engine (water-cooled turbocharger )

No company thinks do deliver lower specs just for the heck of it. TATA Motors engineers are much more matured with all the bashing they have received. 85PS is no small derivative for our "kitna deta hai" country, who are more interested in mileage. Just making an engine with marvelous specs is not the only demand but integrating it into the existing cars and future models they have in mind and using the shortest period to churn out models for the medium term range vision is must for the company to catch up faster with the Indian car market.

Remember, TATA Motors has introduced a 1405cc 16-Valve Twin camm engine (four valves per cylinder - DOHC) in the Indigo XL which churned out 100 BHP. That was not only impressive on paper but quite good for the car it pulled. But due to the age old and out dated model it didn't do well. Also TATA's first shot at powerful engine went futile due to niggles. But with this refinement, if I am to believe, TATA can improvise this engine block and can bring out a good and competitive engine developing up to 110-140 bhp with Turbo charger support and can be a good mode to enter the international market as the world over is also slowly shifting to lower CC engines, which TML has finally begun to master.

Secondly , convert this engine into Four valves per cylinder - Double Over Head unit and - boom - it should churn out atleast 100-110 bhp easily.

We should lookout in this Autoexpo about a new engine to be launched in the NANO PLUS- the 3-cyl 1050cc engine.

I agree on your comments TATA also said that they are working one DOHC 4-valves per cylinder with VVT for this REVOTRON 1.2T engine

TATA's 1405cc MPFI engines are not that bad engines they are reliable refined engines is any body remmembere are not CITYROVER akka TATA Indica is a low maintance refined car of TOP 10 refined cars list in UK

1.2 XETA engine is a down size version of 1405cc MPFI engine.

Originally Posted by TAUREAN CZAR
There are a few questions, the person who is attending this event, needs to ask the TML Engine development Management team on behalf of TAI members.

1. What happened to the 3 cyl 1050cc engine shown at the 2012 Auto expo

2. What happened to the 3000cc 200 BHP engine coupled to a 6 speed gear box displayed at the 2012 Indonesian auto show (truck & Bus show)

3. Any plans of manual 6 speed gear box for the Falcon/Vista/Manza and the 2.2L DiCOR safari

4. Is there any 800cc pertol engine in the pipeline.

5. This is the major question I need to know - Why is TATA not introducing the All Aluminium engine which Maruti adopted more than 10 years back and still continuing the heavy iron cast block to make the petrol engines.

1.05L Dicor engine will use on their upcomming A+ and B segment cars like X0 platform based new hatch back and kite Compact Sedan(refurbished version of TATA Indica v2 and indigo cs)