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It’s all about the numbers

With the release of a new 16 L engine Volvo Trucks can now claim to produce the most powerful production truck in the world. The new improved to FH16 pumps out a massive 700 hp and has been unveiled for the European market. How long the engine will take to arrive here for sale in the Australian market is a matter for conjecture.

Although the company is describing this as a major development for their engine and for their range, it is difficult to believe the extra power will make much difference to the driver or to the load on the road.

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February 4, 2009 Posted by tim giles | FH, Volvo News | , , , | No Comments Yet

Aussie Volvo cab for Europe

The deeper Volvo FH developed here in Australia to maximise the amount of cab interior space and still fit into the 26 metre B-double dimension rules looks set to be introduced into selected European markets.

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October 6, 2008 Posted by tim giles | FH, Volvo News | , , | No Comments Yet