Truck tractor "Volvo FH12"

"Volvo" - one of the world's leading manufacturers of heavy vehicles. Among a wide range of models produced can be identified saddle tractor "Volvo FH12". It is designed to work as part of a road train with a total weight of up to sixty tons.

A bit of history

The production of the "Volvo FH12" (photo below) began back in 1993. And up to this point there were seven years of development. And not surprising, given the fact that the car was designed from scratch.

At first, only two versions were produced. They differed mainly in power units. One version was equipped with an engine with a volume of twelve liters with a direct injection system. The second modification was equipped with a motor with a large volume (sixteen liters).

In 1998, manufacturers decided to restyling. Changes affected the technical side. There were more powerful engines (460 horsepower). The transmission was refreshed, the torque increased to 2.5 kNm. Electronic control has changed. In the cab appeared a screen showing all the necessary indicators.

In 2000 appeared the second generation of "Volvo FH12". Photo of the cabin inside can be viewed below. This is relevant, as the new models had a completely unrecognizable cab design. Power units have also changed. Over the years, several more powerful engines appeared in the engine lineup. Restyling took place in 2008. All the changes concerned improvements in comfort and safety.

And finally, the third generation of the "Volvo FH12" appeared in 2012. Its main difference is an independent suspension.

Powertrains

The line of semitrailer tractors "FSH" differs by a wide variety of engines.

For example, the 12-liter D12A engine has a capacity of up to five hundred horsepower. This value is achieved through an intermediate cooling and turbocharger. Corresponds to the norms of "Euro-3".

Another popular version of the engines is D13A. It is a diesel engine with cylinders arranged in a row. The working volume is 12.8 liters. It has several capacity options in the range of 400-520 horsepower.

Main characteristics

The main characteristics of the car "Volvo FH12" depend on the chosen version. So, in the basic model, the dimensions are as follows: length - 5.9 m, width - 2.5 m, height - 3.9 m. Wheelbase is 3.7 m. Track - 2.0 m and 1.8 m for the front And the rear wheels respectively.

In the basic version with the wheel formula 4x2, the carrying capacity is 8.5 tons, the permissible weight is 18.2 tons and 22 tons as part of the road train. In the modification with the wheel formula 8x4 these figures increase significantly and are 21 tons and 34 tons, respectively.

The car is capable of ninety kilometers per hour. Fuel consumption per hundred kilometers is 36 liters on the highway and 42 liters in the city. The volume of the fuel tank is 690 + 490 liters (main + extra).

The fifth wheel tractor Volvo FH12 is an excellent option, which has the traditional characteristics of Swedish technology. This is high quality, reliability and high level of security. Power units are able to transport large loads over long distances. A comfortable cabin will not allow the driver to get tired during the journey.