Volvo Trucks Australia has announced a new range of horsepower ratings for its Euro 6 13-litre engine platform used on the FM range.
The latest horsepower options range from 380hp and 1,850Nm to 420hp and 2,100Nm, with a 460hp and 2,300Nm variant also available.
The updated range is intended to provide robust and efficient powertrain options across various transport applications, with the new low horsepower range also seeing increased torque being introduced across a broader, lower rpm torque band.
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The peak torque starts at 905Nm and stretches to 1,400Nm across the three new variants.
Another feature of the new engine variants is improved engine brake performance, with power braking power increased by 70Kw over comparable 11-litre options.
The Volvo FM can operate at a GCM of up to 90 tonnes and is available with six different cab variants, ranging from day cab (low and high), to sleeper (low and high), Globetrotter and crew cab.
“This new offering is designed to support FM customers with potential gains in efficiency and performance for lightweight and rigid applications,” Volvo Trucks Australia vice president sales and marketing Tom Chapman says.
“We remain committed to delivering value to our customers with features such as extended oil drain intervals, more torque and more powerful engine braking. We’re confident that the Volvo FM will continue to offer a compelling option for Australian transport operators.”
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