The Swedish company Volvo is widely known asmanufacturer of excellent cars. However, Volvo’s tractors are no less popular (albeit in a different environment among motorists). In 1997, the company took up this activity more actively. Then a new series of saddle cars was launched, which was called the Volvo VN. Thus, such tractors as the Volvo VNL and VNM came out.
So, the above-listed “Volvo” tractorscollected on the basis of all previous developments conducted by the Volvo branch in the United States. The basis was the wheelbase of the FH12. Attempts to use European standards in American developments were unexpectedly successful. It’s not for nothing that Volvo VN is still considered one of the most sturdy, high-quality, reliable and, of course, recognizable cars from truckers to this day. It is called, by the way, the dream of an American. And, indeed, the vast majority of truckers in North America have this machine in operation.
These cars are designed tohaul cargo, the weight of which can be up to 57 tons. The maximum speed of the models is 103 kilometers per hour. It is interesting that initially Volvo tow trucks were delivered to the markets of Canada and the USA. They got to European buyers only in 2003.
VNL and VNM cars are different.length hoods, as well as the distance, calculated from the edge of the front bumper and to the cab. Different and motors. The weakest variant is considered to be the 284-horsepower engine, and the most powerful - on 557 “horses”.
Interestingly, the VNL generation has become a replacementtractors produced in the WCA and WIA series. All models, which began to be published in 1997, are designed to tow loads to absolutely any distance. So it is no wonder why the engines with which these machines are equipped have such characteristics.
Series engines are 12-cylinder,diesel, which power was 349, 390 and 431 hp respectively. And they work in tandem with a 14-speed gearbox. But custom-made Volvo tractor can be equipped with any engine and transmission.
The machines of the NV series are equipped with a short cab andadditional sleeping (and even inhabited) compartments. Their dimensions are 195.6, 155 and 104 centimeters in length. It is interesting that both the cabin and the compartment are distinguished by an excellent suspension, an appropriate level of noise insulation and a high-strength frame. This is very practical, as when turning over the case is not strongly deformed. The bed is arranged so well that the car was often called even a motor home. Inside, everything is as convenient, ergonomic and practical. So the driver literally feels like he is at home. The wide compartment in its size resembles a room of medium size. By the way, the sleeping area can easily be remade for household needs. This is another plus that the Volvo American tractor boasts.
В следующе годы концерн Volvo стал производить public power units that consume alternative fuels. In the company's plans, trucks that operate on the so-called dimethyl ether are more productive. In addition, virtually no emissions - all environmentally friendly. The most popular model is the Volvo 300 DME tractor.
More recently, in 2013, in Louisville (America) presented a new engine - D13-LNG. And the feature of this unit is that it works on compressed gas.
Mean Green Hybrid - Volvo tractor, whichbrought to the attention of buyers in 2010. This car at the same time, only on June 9, set a world speed record among trucks - 166.7 kilometers per hour! It was very impressive. A car was equipped with an electronic engine with 200 hp, working in tandem with a 700-horsepower 16-cylinder diesel unit. After all the improvements were completed, the engine power amounted to 1,900 horsepower.
Separate attention I would like to note the 780thtractor “Volvo”, a photo of which is provided above. This is a very special model. The Volvo tractor, whose photo shows a powerful truck, is characterized by an incredibly comfortable berth, which can be transformed into a real living room. At 780, a 12-cylinder, 500-horsepower engine was installed. In general, everything is fine in this car - no wonder why he is considered the most popular tractor of all time.
