Volvo Trucks becomes pioneer in heavy haulage

New model of the FH16Volvo Trucks series is able to handle heavy transportations of up to 295 tons of total weight

 

The Volvo FH16 is now being launched in the market in a heavy haulage version involving gross combination weights of up to 295 tonnes. "This is a solution for the heaviest and most demanding transport assignments," says Hayder Wokil, product manager for the long-haul segment at Volvo Trucks‘ Europe Division. "Transports hauling gross weights of more than 200 tonnes are a growing segment in which we can now offer our customers a particularly strong alternative," he adds.

The new Volvo Trucks model for heavy haulage operations is available as a tractor with leaf springs or air suspension, and comes in a wide range of wheel and axle combinations. Its 16-litre engine produces 600 horsepower and 2800 Nm of torque. The engine is matched by a seven-speed automatic transmission with a torque converter, a combination that allows the truck to start off smoothly and improves its manoeuvrability at low speeds. According to the producer the transmission also offers benefits on the highway: The tall seventh gear makes it possible to maintain a high average speed at relatively low engine revs.

Quelle: Österreichische Verkehrszeitung
Portal:  www.logistik-express.com

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